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Matt Poe

Opinion: SNL, comedians must walk a fine line covering Trump administration

Matt Poe February 14, 2017

One of the most commonly discussed aspects of the wackiness that is the Trump administration is the idea of how media and other platforms cover this circus masquerading as a presidency.The question itself...

Letter to the Editor: Dearest Rob Portman: You’ve failed us

Deemyi Scott February 14, 2017

On Feb. 7, 2017, a historic and hysterically heartbreaking Senate vote gave the OK to approve another unqualified billionaire, this time to be appointed as the United States education secretary.Betsy DeVos’...

Lucas Misera

Opinion: Photo of the year drew eyes to Syria-Russia relations

Lucas Misera February 14, 2017

Burhan Ozbilici, photographer behind the now-famous picture of the assassination of a Russian ambassador in Turkey, was likely pleased to find that his work earned the title of 2017 World Press Photo of...

50 shades darker

REVIEW: ‘Fifty Shades Darker’ delivers convoluted story and unconvincing sex

Michael Nied February 13, 2017

What better way to celebrate Valentine’s Day than with a questionable representation of BDSM?The latest film adaptation of author E. L. James’ "Fifty Shades" saga "Fifty Shades Darker" picks up where...

Opinion: Rob Portman sold out students

Madison Newingham February 12, 2017

As a “champion” of principled politics, Rob Portman vowed to be a voice of his constituents. His position as one of two U.S. senators of Ohio serves as his promise to uphold the Constitution.Portman...

Bobbie Szabo

Opinion: Sanctuary campus would uphold Kent State ideals

Bobbie Szabo February 12, 2017

Kent State has a student-first approach to education and administration. The university’s support of diversity, equity and inclusion is unparalleled by other institutions of the same capacity.After the...

Nicholas Hunter

Opinion: Don’t force Patriots to visit the White House

Nicholas Hunter February 12, 2017

The tradition of professional sports champions having a photo-op at the White House can be traced all the way back to the presidency of Calvin Coolidge, when he invited the Washington Senators for a visit...

Jacob Tabler is a junior political science major and a member of the Kent State College Republicans. Contact him at jtabler2@kent.edu.

Opinion: Senators square off in town hall debate

Jacob Tabler February 8, 2017

On Tuesday, U.S. Senators Ted Cruz and Bernie Sanders took part in a CNN town hall event. This event placed these former presidential candidates on the debate stage regarding the future of the Affordable...

Stephen D'Abreau

Opinion: A tale of two cops: An open letter

Stephen D'Abreau February 8, 2017

To the officer who pulled me over last month:As I was patted down and my car was searched, I asked myself how a simple traffic stop in a well-known speed trap in my own hometown turned out like this. All...

Matt Poe

Opinion: As Poe puts it: Public schools continue to suffer years after Devos confirmation

Matt Poe February 8, 2017

Editor's Note: The following column contains satire. Events mentioned in the piece are fictitious.It’s been 10 years since former Secretary of Education and professional airhead Betsy DeVos was confirmed...

Brian DiPaolo is a senior history major with a minor in political science. He serves as the historian of the Kent State College Democrats and can be contacted at bdipaolo@kent.edu.

Opinion: No ban, no wall—America for all

Brian DiPaolo February 7, 2017

If you have been following the political climate for the past year and a half – or even for the past few weeks – you must be aware of President Donald Trump’s controversial stances on immigration...

Opinion: Getting help for survivors of sexual assault

Mike Hovancsek February 7, 2017

I enter my facility and pass by the waiting room on the way to my office. A nervous-looking young woman is sitting in one of the chairs, staring at the floor, her body held as tight as a fist.As I enter...