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The Daily Evergreen

The student voice of Washington State University since 1895

The Daily Evergreen

The student voice of Washington State University since 1895

The Daily Evergreen

Protests and riots will only push Americans farther apart, which is something we cannot afford. Political unity is what America needs, not partisanship.

OPINION: Riots over election will not solve anything

HANNA YUZYUK November 12, 2020

The 2020 election is different from any other U.S. election I remember. I am not talking about the process; I am talking about the social climate and the many issues that follow this election. I think...

Taking a mental health day is important for students and professors alike.

OPINION: Take a mental health day

PORTIA SIMMONS November 11, 2020

Mental health and how to take care of yourself has been a highly discussed subject, especially because of the pandemic and quarantine. Many schools have gone virtual because of COVID-19. Although that...

Tattoos and tattoo artists create understated, underappreciated works of art.

OPINION: Tattoos are a way to express creativity

MEGHAN HENRY, Evergreen managing editor November 11, 2020

As students build more independence than their teenage selves had, they begin to cultivate their own identities. Forming their own opinions about art and self-expression is often one of the first steps...

New political parties are cropping up all around the country, and some are more serious than others.

OPINION: Satire: New political parties replace old traditions

JOEY FRANKLIN November 11, 2020

With Joe Biden winning the majority of electoral votes and being named the president-elect of the United States, the focus will now turn to the fairness of the Electoral College and the two-party system....

College certainly isnt for everybody, but higher education is always a great option.

OPINION: Pursue higher education after high school

JOEY FRANKLIN November 10, 2020

Although my first semester of college is not what I had imagined, I think every student should pursue a four-year university, two-year community college or an apprenticeship. Learning should not stop after...

Students have picked up cool hobbies in the time theyve taken to quarantine — something that everyone should consider.

OPINION: Pick up a unique hobby during quarantine

GRACE LAPIERRE November 10, 2020

A lot of people may have taken up a new hobby or worked to develop a new skill during quarantine. Me — not so much, but there is no shortage of resources online for those who wish to. There are tons...

Joe Biden has won the election, cementing neoliberalism in the highest rungs of government for another four years.

OPINION: Countdown after the 3rd: I have no mouth and I must scream

JACOB HERSH, Evergreen columnist November 10, 2020

“We can have Rome again if you break enough BMW windows.” -Mike Ma, “Harassment Architecture” And finally, the political machinations of the two great tribes slowly spins to a halt – America...

Amy Coney Barrett’s nomination to the Supreme Court signals a new wave of conservative decisions from the judicial branch. It’s conceivable that LGBTQ+ rights will be taken away because of her nomination.

OPINION: Amy Coney Barrett will roll back LGBTQ+ rights

PORTIA SIMMONS November 5, 2020

Amy Coney Barret's contentious confirmation to the Supreme Court is changing the course of politics. On Oct. 26, Amy Coney Barrett was confirmed with a 52-48 vote. Barrett has more conservative views...

There are essentially five states that will decide this race — and two of them are hotly contested.

OPINION: Countdown to the 3rd: Electoral purgatory

JACOB HERSH, Evergreen columnist November 5, 2020

“Now I’m finding truth is a ruin, nauseous end that nobody is pursuing, Staring into glassy eyes, mesmerized.” -Mr. Bungle, “Retrovertigo” Tuesday’s election night fiasco began fairly...

Sacha Baron Cohen’s comedy hits home, attacking all of the most ridiculous, skewed aspects of American society, especially corrupt, creepy politicians.

OPINION: “Borat 2” perfectly parodies politics

JOEY FRANKLIN November 5, 2020

Everybody’s favorite Kazakhstani journalist has returned to the silver screen in “Borat Subsequent Moviefilm: Delivery of Prodigious Bribe to American Regime for Make Benefit Once Glorious Nation of...

Student athletes should get paid for their work because theyre performing a service that makes money for the school.

OPINION: Student athletes should be paid for their work

JOEY FRANKLIN November 4, 2020

College athletes should be compensated for the amount of publicity and revenue they bring to their schools. However, deciding an equitable price across America is not an easy task. In 2018, the University...

Modern feminism can differ from classical feminism, but the goal is the same — equality for all.

OPINION: Modern-day feminism helps everyone involved

HANNA YUZYUK November 4, 2020

My dad crushed my idea to be a kickboxer in high school when he said, "You cannot participate in this sport because it is not for girls. Can you choose something more female, honey?" How many times...

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