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Opinion: The War for Masculinity

In the aftermath of the presidential election, it has become apparent that one of the most influential factors has been masculinity. It has been a race to provide the most seductive version of what it means to be a man, and to the winner go the spoils.
By Matthew Timpa, Opinion Writer | December 2, 2024

  What it means to be a man and the implications that correspond are questions that have always remained at the forefront of the modern culture war. The debate has transcended decades. Each...

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Opinion: Friendships Can’t Survive Polarized Morals

Political differences irreparably strain relationships. Ending connections that clash with your core values is necessary for emotional well-being and personal integrity.
By Emma Thompson, Opinion Writer | November 30, 2024

  Friendship is valuable. Many people seek friends to be there for them through life's best and worst parts. During a heated political season, many people feel they have no choice but to cut contact...

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Opinion: Citizens United v. FEC Remains the Hidden Threat

The landmark court case that dismantled the regulations on corporate spending on candidates has drastic consequences for the fabric of our democracy.
By Matthew Timpa, Opinion Writer | November 7, 2024

  In 2010, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in favor of the conservative political action committee (PAC), Citizens United, in the landmark Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission (FEC) case....

A ballot drop box for the 2018 midterm elections at the Salt Lake County Building in Salt Lake City on Oct. 23, 2018.

Opinion: Your Voice Matters

An informed vote for Senate and House candidates is essential to ensuring a government that truly represents the people. The stakes are too high to ignore the critical impact of Congress on our nation’s trajectory.
By Lexi Hall, Multimedia Director | August 27, 2024

  All eyes inevitably fixate on the presidential race in the frenzy of election season. This intense focus on who will occupy the Oval Office often overshadows an equally, if not more, critical...

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Timpa: Trump Has Destroyed the Republican Party

If Trump fails to secure re-election, the future of the Republican Party is on shaky ground. 
By Matthew Timpa, Opinion Writer | August 12, 2024

  Donald Trump has never been popular among Democrat voters. This shouldn’t come as a surprise. However, the growing rift between lifelong conservatives and the former president is a surprise.   This...

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Hall: The Fight For Our Fundamental Rights

We cannot afford complacency in the face of a dire threat such as Project 2025. We must mobilize now to safeguard the future of America.
By Lexi Hall, Multimedia Director | August 4, 2024

  Project 2025, a manifesto crafted under the guise of preparing for a future Republican presidency, has gained a lot of traction during recent election discourse. It proposes sweeping changes that...

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Hall: Americans Need Media Literacy

The rise of misinformation and AI-generated content on social media has made media literacy education absolutely imperative.
By Lexi Hall, Multimedia Director | July 2, 2024

  Combatting misinformation has become a critical challenge on social media platforms like TikTok. Content can spread rapidly and influence a wide audience. The rampant spread of false information...

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Point of View: Why Legislative Bills are Difficult to Understand

In this episode, podcast host Estella Weeks sits down with Elizabeth Griffee to talk about the legal jargon used in legislative bills, why these bills are so difficult for the average person to understand, and what resources are available for students looking to get more involved in politics.

Transcript: Estella Weeks: Hello, everyone, and welcome back to Point of View, The Daily Utah Chronicle’s opinion podcast. My name is Estella Weeks, your host for today's episode, and I'm joined by...

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Benavidez: Cox Bends the Knee

Conservatives are adamant that the ever-increasing number of illegal immigrants coming over the southwest border are bringing crime in with them, endangering Americans. This narrative is incorrect.
By Jake Benavidez, Opinion Writer | March 30, 2024

  Gov. Spencer Cox recently met with head of Homeland Security, Alejandro Mayorkas, echoing his fellow conservatives’ narratives about illegal immigration. Cox sent the Utah National Guard...