America Has No King

In February 2025, President Donald Trump posted an image of himself wearing a golden crown with the words “Long Live The King.” Days later, he shared another image dressed in papal robes, joking about becoming Pope. These posts sparked backlash, with critics pointing to Article I, Section 9 of the Constitution, which forbids titles of nobility. Trump’s rhetoric, while styled as humor, reflects a deeper erosion of democratic norms. In a nation founded on the rejection of monarchy and the embrace of rule by the people, such gestures are not just symbolic—they are dangerous. The presidency is not a throne; it is a public trust. Treating it otherwise threatens the very foundations of the republic.

Columns, OpinionNick SwisherMay 18, 2025Opinion Piece, Columns, Trump, President Trump, DictatorshipComment

Are Local Governments to Blame for Zillow’s Housing Worries?

The rising cost of living in America has become an inflection point for heated discussions regarding trade economics, foreign relations, the power of tech companies, and much more. Despite the ever-encroaching issue, the bulk of messaging regarding the crux of the housing crises has failed to hit the mark historically, instead chasing after private companies like Zillow as the key culprit. As the housing market continues to be shaped by restrictive zoning laws, high interest rates, and construction bottlenecks, future homebuyers will remain at the mercy of broader economic forces rather than companies like Zillow.

Columns, OpinionJoseph ColeMarch 17, 2025Opinion Piece, ColumnsComment

Mark Robinson: A Fascinating Case Study of the Failure of Cultural Conservatism

Mark Robsinson’s recent digital footprint has marred both his campaign and represents a larger failure of the Republican party to put forth a competent nominee for the position. But this scandal demonstrates a deeper fallacy in conservative ideology. By studying Mark Robinson, we can learn much more valuable insights about the GOP and the mechanisms of conservatism than Robinson’s character itself.

I Thought Going to Candace Owens’s Speech as a Left-Winger Would be Funny. I Was Wrong.

Listening to my classmates offer rounds of applause for the abolition of the DOE, calling transgender people satanic, and explicitly supporting Christian nationalism was alarming to me – and I was not alone in this experience.

Does The Celebration Of "Firsts" Really Promote Diversity and Inclusion?

While “firsts'' can bring positive visibility to a marginalized group, what happens afterward? When will the “seconds,” “thirds,” and “fourths” occur?

Editor's Picks, OpinionKrista Savage-WhiteFebruary 22, 2024Editor's Pick, Opinion, Opinion Pick, Opinion PieceComment

“Hot Labor Summer:” 2023’s Organized Labor Surge and What it Means for the 99%

“As a rising cost of living continues to place more and more pressure on the working class, unionizing and organized labor are a potent tool to gain necessary concessions for workers of all kinds. Workers across the country are taking advantage of collective bargaining to secure themselves against price hikes and even improve financial outlooks.”

Opinion, ColumnsCatherine WilesOctober 19, 2023Labor, Inequality, Strikes, Labor strikes, Opinion Piece, OpinionComment

Can Republicans Replace Trump?

“Republicans need to find a candidate that can appeal to both sides of the aisle, in the same way that Democrats nominated Biden over other more progressive candidates to attract centrists and swing voters.”

DeSantis' Curse: Long-Term Credibility for Short-Term Gain

“It is time for the governor to reassess his methodology, break free from such a narrow group of supporters, and include a true method of governance that is inclusive, fair, and, most importantly, for the people.”

Columns, OpinionIuri PiovezanSeptember 10, 20232024 Republican Primary, Florida Politcs, National News, Opinion Piece, ColumnComment

Supreme Court Rejects Affirmative Action in College Admissions

“On June 29, 2023 the Supreme Court of the United States overturned the use of affirmative action in all higher education admissions processes. Though the claims brought against affirmative action are deceivingly compelling, the harsh reality of overturning affirmative action will create barriers in achieving success through higher education for future students of color.“

Understanding Trump’s Arrest

“On April 4th, Former President Donald Trump pleaded not guilty to 34 felony charges for falsifying business records. So what happened and what does this mean?”

Columns, OpinionNoel PrattMay 11, 2023Opinion Piece, Column, Trump Trial, National NewsComment

The Law Is Above Us All

“A man born into luxury, who went to the best schools, lived in the most expensive houses, and could afford things that many only dream of forgot one crucial aspect of this puzzle. That the law, even though seemingly an innocent disturbance for some, is a powerful tool that can win even against the most influential.”

National, Opinion, ColumnsIuri PiovezanMay 11, 2023Donald Trump Trial, National News, Opinion Piece, Column PieceComment

The Importance of Differentiating Between Academic Speech and Free Speech on College Campuses

“Free speech has and continues to play an essential role in higher education, yet recent political polarization has put a strain on the effort to maintain the essential divide between academic speech and public discourse.“