Former U.S. Rep. Ron Paul stated, “The original intent to stop outright racist, sexist or homophobic language does nothing to change people’s attitudes and language.” He was referring to society’s constant attempts to call out offensive language and push political correctness. Read more...
Community, Opinion
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July 28, 2:05 am
Submission: Stop pushing political correctness, focus instead on real issues
Opinion, Opinion Columns
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July 28, 12:59 am
Aram Ghoogasian: UC harms public image with administrator pay increases
If you or I received a base pay increase after going seven years without one, it likely wouldn’t raise any eyebrows. But university administrators aren’t paid like you and me. Read more...
Photo: (The Daily Californian) At their most recent meeting, the UC Board of Regents approved a three percent base salary increase for some senior level administrators, including UCLA’s Chancellor Gene Block.
Community, Opinion
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July 28, 12:00 am
Submission: Parenting-student success involves seeking resources, cohort
As a single mother and full-time UCLA student, I find balancing parental responsibilities and academics to be a rewarding but challenging experience. Years ago, I decided to continue my education to provide a stable environment for my 16-year-old son, Miguel, and my 11-year-old daughter, Aurora. Read more...
Opinion, Opinion Columns
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July 28, 12:00 am
Chloe Lew: Traveling involves finding familiar elements in foreign spaces
The first thing I do when I step foot on new land is look toward the sky. It was clear blue when our program cohort drove into Scotland the first weekend, clean and crisp the way it is most nights home in the Bay Area, but a far cry from the thick veil of glaring smog that hovers over Los Angeles. Read more...
Photo: (Fei Wong/Daily Bruin)
Opinion, Opinion Columns
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July 28, 12:00 am
Travis Fife: Choosing college major is a personal process
I once waited on a total stranger in a restaurant who insisted that the only thing I could do with a degree in philosophy was become a priest. Read more...
Opinion
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July 21, 5:14 pm
Aram Ghoogasian: Student government officials must use social media cautiously
This year’s Undergraduate Students Association Council internal vice president has inherited more than a title from his predecessor – he’s taken on a share of the controversy, too. Read more...
Editorials, Opinion
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July 21, 12:00 am
Editorial: Personal stances not a valid reason to limit powers of student regent
In times of controversy, rules, precedents and procedures exist to help navigate the murky waters of emotion and debate. That point was particularly apparent in the contested nomination, and subsequent confirmation, of Avi Oved as the University of California’s next student regent-designate. Read more...