Hufford: Finding Balance in a One-Click World
Social media apps will undoubtedly be a significant part of society for the foreseeable future, and it is crucial that both lawmakers and consumers pursue balance in their use and regulation.
Politics
Timpa: Utah Isn’t Ready to Ban Abortion
Neither those who identify as pro-life or pro-choice are in favor of more abortions. However, eliminating them must come as a product of providing families with assistance, rather than the result of a ban.
Langley: The Harms of Right-Wing Cultural Appropriation
The idea of the Norse being bloodthirsty racial purifiers is a myth, creating a mockery of a nuanced age and culture.
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.
Jarvis and Lezaic: A Rising Push for Censorship
"You can try to censor people, but you can never censor the ideas.”
Lezaic: White Environmentalists, Step Up for Palestine
White environmentalists must pull it together and use their political power to aid the movement for Palestinian liberation.
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.
Hufford: Time’s Ticking for TikTok
Government officials must prioritize the American people’s right to freedom of speech and creators’ livelihoods must be respected and protected.
Lezaic: Keep Public Servants Public
This year, Utah’s legislators have targeted records of water usage, records of college athlete endorsement deals, and access to meetings and records about dams and pipelines.
Langley: Gun Safety Courses Aren’t The Answer
At its core, H.B. 498 relies on the idea that teaching children about firearm safety will prevent violence and suicide.
