The student voice of Washington State University since 1895

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The student voice of Washington State University since 1895

The Daily Evergreen

The student voice of Washington State University since 1895

The Daily Evergreen

English majors and historians may have a lot in common, but they differ on their writing styles significantly.

OPINION: English writing differs significantly from historical writing

GRACE LAPIERRE November 4, 2020

English and history are both writing-heavy majors. Majoring in both myself, I find I am rarely faced with an exam but instead always have an essay to write. The way I approach essays for English versus...

Stress and the election seem to go hand in hand, but it doesnt have to be that way.

OPINION: Don’t let election stress get to you

MADELINE GREER November 3, 2020

This election has been one of the most riveting in a long time. It’s a presidential election during a historical pandemic affecting millions of people living in America. This year’s election will...

The statistics behind 2016 were skewed based on some polling tactics that didnt work out. 2020 looks to be more accurate.

OPINION: Election polls aren’t as terminally broken as we think

DIANA RIOS November 3, 2020

The announcement of the 2016 general election results left both citizens and pollsters in utter shock. After polls had predicted a victory for Hillary Clinton, the outcome of Donald Trump's victory...

The different climates students come from may not prepare them for Pullmans unique winters.

OPINION: Pullman winters are a completely different experience

GRACE LAPIERRE November 3, 2020

Coming from central New York, I had no expectations about Pullman’s winter. Even though it snowed earlier this year than I am used to in New York, I find the winters to be fairly kind most of the time. There...

The open mic night is intended to bring students together post-election as a means of destressing and unwinding.

OPINION: Open mic could bring community together post-election

MAKAYLA NORTH November 3, 2020

Election Day is today, and one way or the other, everyone is braced to bear for impact. Partisan divides and continued pandemic measures keep the political tension scorching. It’s easy to feel more distanced...

Pennsylvania will likely be the deciding factor in the 2020 election, but we probably wont see official results for days.

OPINION: Countdown to the 3rd: The end is nigh

JACOB HERSH, Evergreen columnist November 3, 2020

"And what rough beast, its hour come round at last, slouches towards Bethlehem to be born?" -W.B. Yeats, "The Second Coming" The stage is set. The characters have all taken their positions. The...

College for everyone, regardless of price, has been a significant issue in the past. However, the 2020 election might solve some aspects of the debate.

OPINION: Presidential election will decide college plans

MACKENNA ROWE November 3, 2020

The presidential elections are finally here, and it is up to the voters more than ever to choose the future of this country. Many say this is an interesting election because of the pandemic and who the...

Trump will beat Biden, but narrowly. It’ll come down to Pennsylvania and 20 electoral votes. This election map predicts the Nov. 3 breakdown, which foresees Biden taking battleground states of Michigan and Wisconsin, while Trump sweeps the South and some parts of the Rust Belt.

OPINION: Countdown to the 3rd: Trump will win on Election Night

JACOB HERSH, Evergreen columnist October 29, 2020

“There is no future. There is no past. Do you see? Time is simultaneous, an intricately structured jewel that humans insist on viewing one edge at a time, when the whole design is visible in every facet.” -Dr....

The upcoming election may determine the future of the Second Amendment.

OPINION: Presidential candidates differ on gun rights

MACKENNA ROWE October 29, 2020

America is now less than a week away from Election Day. The current presidential candidates had a final chance in their debate to discuss issues like coronavirus and racism. Because time is limited to...

Climate change is a major issue, and it’s crucial that we vote to address it.

OPINION: Voting for climate protection is important

HANNA YUZYUK October 29, 2020

I was driving through downtown Pullman, and like many others, I saw people holding posters that read, "Vote Climate 2020." Many problems we’re facing are directly or indirectly connected to our personal...

Adopt more black cats because theyre just as sweet and cuddly as other cats.

OPINION: Adopt more black cats

PORTIA SIMMONS October 28, 2020

Black cats are associated with bad luck. Unfortunately, this superstition has affected black cat adoptions today. Ashley Phelps, Whitman County Humane Society director of shelter operations, said the...

Its important for students to have an outlet to express their creativity.

OPINION: Schools should encourage student creativity

MEGHAN HENRY, Evergreen managing editor October 28, 2020

It’s tough to put into words exactly what students are getting from their education right now. Of course, there is still the course material, the opportunity to learn new things, etc. But what...

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