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Guest column: Democrats go a-courting as the Senate hangs in the balance

Doyle McManus March 3, 2014

Nearly a generation ago, MSNBC's Chris Matthews coined a description of our two political parties that may turn out to be his most enduring contribution to American punditry. Republicans, Matthews wrote,...

Jennifer Hutchinson is a freshman political science major and columnist for the Daily Kent Stater.  Contact her at jhutch2872@gmail.com.

Opinion: It’s time to take a stand against Russia

Jennifer Hutchinson March 3, 2014

It seems that President Obama’s foreign policies are being tested now more than ever as Russian troops occupy Ukraine’s Crimean Peninsula. While Russia and the United States have never seen eye to...

Our View: Warren’s visit shows personality

DKS Editors March 2, 2014

Late last Thursday, as the temperature dipped to zero and the sky darkened over Risman Plaza, Beverly Warren ended a whirlwind day on campus — her second visit after being named the next Kent State president.She...

Guest Column: On ethical balance, women surpass men

Anne Michaud March 2, 2014

Another week in New York brings fresh news of corruption and efforts to punish it. A former Nassau County police supervisor was fined and sentenced to community service for covering up a buddy's son's...

Guest Column: From the FDA, a mixed bag of food labels

Los Angeles Times March 2, 2014

The U.S. Food and Drug administration broke new ground in consumer protection when it required, more than 20 years ago, the now-familiar nutrition labels on virtually every bit of packaged food. Now, the...

Sanjana Iyer is a sophomore fashion merchandising major and columnist for the Daily Kent Stater.  Contact her at ssriniva@kent.edu.

Opinion: Activism or unnecessary hype?

Sanjana Iyer March 2, 2014

As an international student, I feel it is important to point out that much of what is published about other nations is the exaggerated work of the media. In matters of religion, culture and social matters,...

Our view: The gun generation

DKS Editors February 27, 2014

People currently attending college were alive during the tragedies at Columbine, Virginia Tech and Chardon, to name several recent incidents. It is a sad fact that today’s students are part of a generation...

Albert Fisler is a columnist for the Daily Kent Stater. Contact him at afisler@kent.edu.

Opinion: The Common Computer Cold

Albert Fisler February 27, 2014

Viruses are a normal threat to anyone in modern society. Diseases spread from one person to another and soon a portion of the population is under its control. Computer viruses are just as dangerous and...

Neville Hardman is a sophomore magazine journalism major and columnist for the Daily Kent Stater.  Contact her at nhardma1@kent.edu.

Opinion: Measuring fan integrity

Neville Hardman February 27, 2014

Yeezus,” “Random Access Memories” and “AM” are all examples of popular albums that breathed life into 2013. As the early months of 2014 begin to chip away, music junkies can only inquire which...

Guest column: Don’t forget the Venezuelan issue

Valentina Peralta February 27, 2014

If you haven’t been paying attention to social media, you may have missed recent news reports of protests currently taking place in Venezuela, a country mostly known for its late so-called socialist...

Opinion: Pop culture is foundation of today's world

Opinion: Pop culture is foundation of today’s world

Kent Kirker February 25, 2014

Pop culture is a relatively new term in today’s lexicon. The term “popular culture,” according to various sources, was coined around the 19th century and essentially referred to a refined form in...

Opinion: Beck is back with one of his greatest albums yet

Opinion: Beck is back with one of his greatest albums yet

Megan Brown February 25, 2014

For the past two decades and then some, Beck Hansen has made his music known for all genre-loving music fans. His latest album, “Morning Phase,” shows us just how brilliant he is, bringing in a late...