Thursday, February 26

Arman Sharif: Respecting all views doesn’t mean legitimizing hate speech

  There is a myth that sensitive “snowflake” students demand safe spaces, the destroyers of dialogue that impede vibrant educational exchange in universities. Critics often zero in on the fragile, progressive “social justice warrior” – the more liberal and politically correct, the better – although some college conservatives have echoed these demands for safety as well. Read more...

Photo: Milo Yiannopoulos has built a career off of making controversial and inflammatory statements. He treats criticism from liberals as a badge of honor and claims his speech is protected by free speech rights. (Creative Commons photo by Kmeron via Flickr)



No Offense But: The Trump presidency

Live from the Ackerman radio studio, No Offense is back for another week. The Opinion editors are joined by columnist Jacqueline Alvarez to discuss the potential impact of a Trump presidency on development projects here in Los Angeles. Read more...



Sandra Wenceslao: LA proposal to ban childless adults from playgrounds unnecessary

Lying under the sun at the park always conjures up childhood nostalgia – something stressed-out college students need in larger doses. Now imagine if we weren’t able to enjoy these simple comforts. Read more...

Photo: Adults could be barred from entering playground areas, like Aidan’s Place at the Westwood Recreation Center, without being accompanied by a child. (Miriam Bribiesca/Photo editor)