Question public emulation of forgiveness for politicians’ infidelity
Often, a fine line exists between forgiveness and accepting someone’s wrongdoings at one’s own detriment.
Letter from the Editor: Condemn plagiarism and prioritize journalistic integrity
This week, our Forum section planned to include a column from Dor Cohen ’16, who for the past year has been a columnist for this section.
Views on the News: Peter Liang
On Feb. 20, thousands across the country protested the manslaughter conviction of former N.Y.P.D.
Reject ideological uniformity on college campuses and at Brandeis
Last semester, protests and rallies against racial inequity pervaded university campuses across the nation.
Recognize generational differences in feminist ideas
A few years ago, someone asked me when I started identifying as a feminist, and I struggled to answer.
Reevaluate AAAS Ford Hall response in light of school history
As a Trustee, adjunct associate professor at the International Business School, alumnus, parent of alumnae and donor, I watched with interest the events on campus in the late fall when students took over the Bernstein-Marcus Administration Center as part of a concerted effort to make and negotiate for a set of demands. I must admit to a bit of déjà vu being a graduate of the class of 1972 during which time students also occupied Ford Hall, Pearlman Hall and others as part of the campus protests at the time.
Criticize ignorance and dishonesty in the Republican party
On Thursday, according to a Feb. 26 Huffington Post article, Rep. Pete Nielsen (R) of the Idaho state legislature attended a state House committee hearing regarding new abortion legislation and decided to give his two cents: “Now, I’m of the understanding that in many cases of rape, it does not involve any pregnancy because of the trauma of the incident.” Apparently, Republican presidential candidate Ben Carson isn’t the only prominent doctor-turned-politician in the GOP anymore; Nielsen seems to consider himself a medical professional — an obstetrician-gynecologist to be more precise — even though he has no medical degree.
EDITORIAL: Rubio and Clinton offer strong education policies
Super Tuesday, the day when the single most votes and delegates are on the line for presidential primary candidates, has arrived.
EDITORIAL: Commend Schuster Institute's investigative journalism
On Jan. 26, Massachusetts state judge Robert J. Kane overturned George D. Perrot’s 1987 rape conviction.
EDITORIAL: Weigh all implications of housing policy proposals
On Friday, the University’s Department of Community Living informed Brandeis students in an email about two prospective changes to the housing selection process.
Views on the News: Iowa Caucus
On Monday, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton beat Senator Bernie Sanders in the Democratic Iowa caucus by only .3 percent of the vote, making it one of the closest caucus races in history, according to the Associated Press.
Encourage rights for marginalized Rohingya in Myanmar
Coerced into internment camps, systematically discriminated against by the government and suffering from widespread anti-Islamic sentiment, the Rohingya people of Myanmar are subjected to unbearable rights violations and standards of living.
Consider progressivism of democratic candidates
Perhaps the most illuminating moment of Thursday’s Democratic debate between Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders was an argument — semantic, but significant — over the nature of progressivism itself.
Acknowledge hypocrisy in refugee treatment
Ever since the attacks in Cologne on New Year’s Eve — or even the attacks in Paris prior to that in November — mainstream media has deliberated on the dangers refugees may or may not pose to Western societies.
Views on the News: Denmark and refugees
Last Tuesday, Denmark’s government passed a bill allowing police to search refugees entering Denmark and confiscate their valuables in order to offset the financial burden of an influx of refugees.
EDITORIAL: Increase safety measures on South Street
Thursday night saw the fifth instance this academic year of an unidentified male exposing himself to a Brandeis student in the vicinity of the University’s campus, according to an email Director of Public Safety Ed Callahan sent out to the student body on Friday.
EDITORIAL: Celebrate both Ginsburg address and speaker panel
On Thursday, as part of the Louis D. Brandeis Centennial Celebration, Supreme Court Associate Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg H ’96 gave remarks about Justice Brandeis’ legacy.
Demand recognition for non-white actors and actresses in Hollywood
made history when he became the first actor to win two Screen Actors Guild awards for two different roles in one year.
Reader Commentary: Urge University to seek alternate solutions to preserve inherent charm of Usen Castle
In response to your editorial “Commend University decision on Usen Castle” (Feb. 2): I’ve been shocked at how passively people are accepting the University’s decision to remove most of Usen Castle.
Brandeis AAUP demands admin to cease business with Enterprise Rent-a-Car, primary provider of ICE’s vehicles
Brandeis community reflects on antisemitism and campus support
AFCON Tournament result controversially overturned
The Boston Red Sox still need improvement
FreePlay Theater’s “The Aliens”: An Immersive Look at Being Human