The history behind justifying discrimination in athletics Since the modern Olympics began and women were finally allowed to compete in the 1900 Olympics, there have…
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When equality is seen as a zero-sum game Racial equality advocates generally believe that greater racial harmony will create a more diverse and unified society.…
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Why objectivity at all costs hurts journalism Objectivity is one of the pillars of traditional American journalism. Reporters are told they must report dispassionately and…
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How the political spectrum shuts out progressives “I’m voting for one candidate because I’m afraid of what the other is capable of.” You hear something…
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Representation and equity in the arts A little over a year after its broadway debut, Hamilton’s tickets are still selling out at outrageous prices and…
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How society looks out for the wrong people in rape cases By now, many people know the story. In January of 2015, Brock Turner —…
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Using language as a means to compartmentalize There are over a million words that make up the English language. Each word has its own definition…
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How the Freedom of Information Act creates bureaucratic barriers to the truth When investigative journalist Sharyl Attkisson requested documents from the Pentagon via the Freedom…
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How social media stars dominate the internet with their presence The millennials need a new social media personality? We’ve already got ‘anotha one.’ Social media…
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How the Argentine ant is taking over the world In moist areas, under trash, concrete, buildings and sidewalks, a network of nests lie hidden. The…