Traditional Standardized Testing Must Be Re-evaluated
Taylor Herzlich, Staff Writer
September 23, 2020
We need to dig deeper and find a way to make a test that truly just evaluates a student’s academic vigor, not get rid of the ACT/SAT and cite it as a lost cause.
Death of Elie Che Draws Attention to Anti-Transgender Violence
Ian Gere, Contributing Writer
September 23, 2020
Just as Elie Che advocated against violence against the trans community while she was alive, we must continue her legacy and stand up against this unnecessary violence.
Are You Listening Yet?
Joergen Ostensen, Projects Editor
September 23, 2020
Prison has certainly become more American than apple pie.
Fordham Must Enforce Comprehensive Testing Policies
September 23, 2020
With the uptick in confirmed cases at Rose Hill emerging around the same time that the second test is required, the need for adequate accessible testing is more apparent than ever.
Chinese School Reopenings Reflect Complicated COVID-19 Response
Julian Shuttleworth, Contributing Writer
September 23, 2020
China’s authoritarian system largely eradicated coronavirus and minimized deaths, but provides very few rights to its citizens.
Understanding the Importance of the Belarus Protests
Madison Hennessy, Contributing Writer
September 23, 2020
As authoritarianism continues to gain legitimacy, both around the world and on our own doorstep, it becomes increasingly clear that democracy is very rarely the path of least resistance. But no matter what it costs, it is still worth fighting for.
Caputo Ignites Division with Attack on the CDC
Noah Osborne, Staff Writer
September 23, 2020
Caputo’s attack on the CDC shows that in an election year, nothing is safe from attack — not even science
Fordham Tuition Increase Reflects Necessary Adjustments
Hanif Amanullah, Contributing Writer
September 23, 2020
For a year where many students are remote, and the majority of classes are online, Fordham has increased its tuition by 3.33% – and though it might be frustrating, some of the pricing changes are surprisingly necessary.
Woodward Tapes Pose Questions of Journalistic Integrity
Abbey Delk, Contributing Writer
September 16, 2020
When Bob Woodward and his colleague Carl Bernstein investigated and uncovered the Watergate scandal for the Washington Post, they set an example for generations of journalists to come. Woodward and Bernstein proved that, through tireless investigative efforts and determination to uncover the truth, jou...
The Resilience of New York City is Alive and Well
September 16, 2020
To make the generalization that New York City is "dead" is to miss so much of what makes New York so special.
Former Democratic Nominees Unite Against President Trump
Taylor Herzlich, Staff Writer
September 16, 2020
They might all be going down different paths in terms of their political careers, but one commonality amongst the candidates is their strong aversion to Trump.
Reflecting on a Bittersweet Goodbye
Max Quintas, Operations and Marketing Director
September 16, 2020
If I met my freshman self now, I don't think he'd even recognize the person standing before him.