Watching the latest gubernatorial ad campaigns reminds me of "The Simpsons" episode in which Bart joins a boy band whose songs repeat subliminal messages. The similarity between the episode and the ads isn't so much how the candidates for governor resemble the show's characters (although Steve Poizner does look somewhat like Milhouse). It's more that the lesson the episode teaches (and with "The Simpsons" there's always something educational) can be applied to the tactics of the ad campaigns currently running. Read more...
Opinion
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April 20, 9:00 pm
Sexual assault victims aren’t at fault
Whether in a public or private place, in an alcohol-free atmosphere or one where people are drinking, all women deserve the right to know that they can enter social situations and still have control over their own bodies. Read more...
Editorials, Opinion
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April 19, 9:00 pm
Editorial: BruINTENT nurtures the UCLA community by showing support for homeless Bruins
While homelessness is a visible problem throughout Westwood and Los Angeles, it is not so easy to spot on our own campus. Read more...
Community, Opinion
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April 19, 9:00 pm
Choice of conservative Frank Luntz as speaker will spoil Alumni Day
As a proud, excited and active UCLA alum, I am concerned and mystified by the baffling choice of having Fox News guru Frank Luntz speak at the upcoming UCLA Alumni Day, "Obama at Midterm." Read more...
Opinion, Opinion Columns
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April 19, 9:00 pm
Hindi-Urdu class uniting these two languages is crucial to maintaining UCLA’s rich culture
Every UCLA student has heard numerous boasts about UCLA's diversity, but few have seen concrete examples of intergroup communication and bonding. Read more...
Opinion, Opinion Columns
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April 18, 9:00 pm
EAP cuts come at a high cost
As the year progresses, even more cuts are being made to UC programs. The most recent victim is the UC's Education Abroad Program, which will lose $3 million from general funds. Read more...