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US caution necessary in Syrian crisis
Once again, another Middle Eastern dictator is being asked to step down, whether it is under the aim of a rifle or under promise of peace. As one of the oldest countries in the...
Fraternities recieve too much scrutiny
Battles and wars have often begun with a few mistakes and instances of miscommunication on both sides, and the battle between universities and fraternities is no exception. In the instances when fraternities might have...
Vaccine law is an unnecessary burden
Prepare yourself for the latest money making scheme to come out of the Texas legislature — immunization requirements.This is not the mandatory HPV vaccine from 2006. Instead, the latest state mandate is the meningococcal...
In current economic climate, government needs to eliminate the money pit
In the wake of our President’s pledge to give financial assistance to Greece last week, many Americans are beginning to wonder whether it’s a good idea to be giving billions of dollars away to...
Governor’s rally is the wrong Response
Gov. Rick Perry will be holding a prayer and fasting rally on August 6 at Reliant Stadium to further endear himself to evangelicals. Perhaps it is an attempt to energize his voter base ahead...
Free Gaza movement worth the risk
On May 31, 2010 a modest flotilla of ships carrying medicine, children’s toys and rudimentary construction materials tried to break the illegal siege the nation of Israel imposed on the Gaza Strip. Israeli commandos...
Bin Laden is dead, but his effects on us aren’t
As a seventh grader in world history class, I had no idea that an ordinary day in September would end up being a momentous day that would lead to confusion and sadness. The images...
Osama Bin Laden’s death must not also be the death of our values
Even in death, Osama bin Laden managed to strike heavily against the United States. Unlike his past aggressions, his aim was not towards brick and mortar but at the very ideals and principles of...
Drone attacks drain our legitimacy
Drones, or “unmanned aerial vehicles,” are military technologies that allow our government to conduct surveillance, launch missile strikes and even assassinate individuals all over the world, all without having to declare war and embroil...
Pay attention to what you’re signing
There is a well-known saying about reading the fine print of a contract before signing it. It is more of a rule of thumb, especially when you sign your name on a phone contract....