Features
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Can America’s Center Hold?
Religious conflict in the U.S. and lessons from the Irish.
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A Safe Place to Disagree: What Happens When Students Debate Their Professors
Against the backdrop of a divided America, the Think Again UVA event “Disagree with a Professor” offered something needed in times like these: a space that welcomes disagreement.
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It's a Mad, Mad World - or Is It?
The truth about Mean World Syndrome and the Sinclair Broadcast Group.
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The Case for Voting for Third Party Candidates
Looking at the upcoming election, Americans are not happy with the presidential nominees. Voting third party is a viable solution to create substantial change within a two-party system.
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Watch The Throne: The Men Waiting To Rule Russia
Many in the West cheer on Putin’s demise, expecting a shift in Russian foreign policy in his absence. The men vying to lead Russia after him suggest otherwise.
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The Case Against Local Jails
Variously described as “crucibles of crime,” “festering sores,” and “the most notorious correctional institution in the world,” American jails have long been infamous for awful conditions. Many ideas have been put forward to reform them—but should they be abolished instead?
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A Closer Look at Sally Hudson, Delegate and UVA Professor
Sally Hudson is Charlottesville's new voice in the Virginia House of Delegates. A closer look at her statements reveals the limitations of her professorial approach and progressive reputation.
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Pursuing Justice Where Lies Vanish
Title IX and Honor’s interlocking flaws create an administrative void that swallows some cases, like this survivor’s, whole.
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The Case to Abolish Honor
Eliminating the student-run Honor System ensures students no longer have exclusive oversight of offenses like cheating and lying. However, moving past Honor does not mean eradicating every element of student input. Entrenched interests among students and faculty alike will make this change difficult to achieve, but that does not make it impossible. A passionate student body can create a new system, one that the community can trust.