Friday, October 2

Speaks Out

Friday, February 26, 1999 Speaks Out What do you feel are the most effective strategies for protesting for civil rights? "I think that education and getting the message out to the masses is the best way to protest an issue. Read more...


Black men must step forward, be leaders

Thursday, February 25, 1999 Black men must step forward, be leaders HISTORY: Today’s youth should draw inspiration from civil rights struggle By Letrell Crittenden Daily Collegian (Pennsylvania State U.) University Wire When discussing the annals of black history, one must mention the strength and perseverance of the African American man. Read more...



Problems overseas, at home stem from common travesty

Thursday, February 25, 1999 Problems overseas, at home stem from common travesty OPPRESSION: Labor protection would finally stop exploitation of workers in poorer countries A woman rises before sunlight to work until after the sun sets for less than $3.00 a day in a sweatshop. Read more...


Court decision places blame on rape victims

Wednesday, February 24, 1999 Court decision places blame on rape victims PUNISHMENT: Societies shift responsibility away from assailants, add stigma to crime In 1998, a 45-year-old driving instructor was convicted of raping an 18-year-old student. Read more...


Activists often go to extremes

Wednesday, February 24, 1999 Activists often go to extremes TERRORISM: Abortion issue spurs both empty rhetoric, attacks on doctors, patients Earlier this month, a federal jury in Oregon fined 13 individuals and two organizations a total of $107.9 million for a website they operated. Read more...


Winners never quit

Wednesday, February 24, 1999 Winners never quit SPORTS: UCLA, media should focus less on athletes who leave college to pursue pro careers By Scott Kurashige For the past year, quarterback Cade McNown has been synonymous with UCLA football and for many, maybe even UCLA itself. Read more...