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We spend 700 hours reading, but only one jumping to conclusions

January 31, 2019 by Optimist Editorial Board

The average American spends 700 hours reading every year, according to USA Today. But why are we still so uninformed? On Jan. 21, Nathan Phillips became the hero of the internet by standing face-to-face with Nick Sandmann, a student at Covington Catholic. In multiple interviews, Phillips told reporters that he was approached by the group ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Editorials, Opinion

It’s time to end the longest government shutdown

January 22, 2019 by Optimist Editorial Board

As of today, the U. S. federal government has now been shut down for over 35 days, surpassing all previous records. Often, past presidents have used shutdowns to force agendas, such as President Obama’s 2013, 16-day government shutdown to convince Congress to fund Obamacare. In this shutdown, there are essentially two sides from a government ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Editorials

Embrace the giving spirit this holiday season

November 29, 2018 by Optimist Editorial Board

The holidays are a time when people strive to be generous. As college students with little to no resources, it can be difficult to find ways to give back to our community. As Christians, we are encouraged to give generously and continuously. However, it can be a challenge to find ways to give back when financial resources are limited. First, ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Editorials

Love and acceptance do not have strings attached

November 15, 2018 by Optimist Editorial Board

The Senior Leadership Team last spring initiated conversation in an attempt to clarify the university's sexual stewardship policy. Though this was a small step in the right direction, the conversations were not a representative of the entire student body. They were not advertised well, causing low attendance and lack of substantive ... [Read More…]

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To Pepperdine: You are not alone in this tragedy

November 8, 2018 by Optimist Editorial Board

On Nov. 7, about 100 people, including college students, went to a local bar to spend their Wednesday night with their friends, unaware of the horrific events to come, affecting their lives forever. At 11:20 p.m., a gunman opened fire at the Borderline Bar & Grill in Thousand Oaks, California, killing 12 people and wounding many others. ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Editorials

Why would you want your colorblind Christianity?

October 31, 2018 by Optimist Editorial Board

College is all about adjustment, as we each come from different, diverse backgrounds. Change is healthy, and adjustment is essential to the growth that we undergo when we embrace change. However, in order for real change to occur, we must have healthy, safe environments with everything on the table. Part of a healthy environment is the foundation ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Columns, Opinion

We think you Beto go vote

October 25, 2018 by Optimist Editorial Board

With Election Day rapidly approaching on Nov. 6, the Texas Senate race is drawing to a close. U.S. Rep. Beto O’Rourke (D-TX) and Neal Dikeman (L) both challenge incumbent U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) for his seat in this election. “This Senate race between O’Rourke and Cruz is one of the most highly watched matchups in this year’s midterm ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: News

American social movements play important role

October 18, 2018 by Optimist Editorial Board

While massively controversial social movements, such as Black Lives Matter and MeToo, are at the forefront of the media and our minds, social movements are a staple to the American way of life, and are a guaranteed freedom that citizens are granted by the Constitution. The controversies surrounding recent social movements have painted a them in ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: News, Showcase

Kavanaugh isn’t Supreme Court material

October 5, 2018 by Optimist Editorial Board

Unless you've been living under a rock, you've heard the saga of Brett "100 kegs or bust" Kavanaugh. Aside from his politics and judicial practices, we believe there are a number of worrying factors which mean his nomination should be pulled from consideration. Kavanaugh lied under oath regarding innocuous questions, the credible allegations of ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Editorials

Pledge like your life depends on it

September 28, 2018 by Optimist Editorial Board

Pledging will begin this evening with bid night kicking off three weeks of pledging. With this comes a lot of uncertainty for pledges of a variety of clubs. Although each club is unique, we believe there are still lessons which are applicable across the diverse situations facing pledges. Attitude matters. The attitude you take into pledging will ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Editorials

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