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The Chimes
The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes
The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

Is there a red wave on the horizon?

Is there a red wave on the horizon?
Virginia was a blue state last year—it turned red last week.
Hannah Dilanchyan, Opinions Editor • November 10, 2021

Most Americans are not politically extreme. However, when reading mainstream media or during passionate debates with family members who refuse to listen to other perspectives, politics can seem extreme. The past few years were particularly politically polarizing—from presidential candidates to pandemic...

A new Supreme Court justice should not be appointed before the election

A new Supreme Court justice should not be appointed before the election
All Americans should have a voice in this decision.
Evana Upshaw, Opinions Editor • September 23, 2020

Ruth Bader Ginsburg, who died on Sept. 18, left a vacant seat in the Supreme Court that the Republican Party is wasting no time to fill. Shortly after her passing, President Donald Trump said plans were underway to appoint a new female judge. A formal nominee announcement is scheduled for Saturday and...

Scientists march for the common good

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Citizens and scientists nationwide express concern about climate change.
Justin Yun, Writer • April 25, 2017
Citizens and scientists nationwide express concern about climate change.

That Time I… was thrown into conservative chaos

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In attending CPAC, I never thought I would see so many contrasting views on conservatism.
Brooke Carlucci, Writer • March 8, 2017
In attending CPAC, I never thought I would see so many contrasting views on conservatism.

Privatization efforts threaten schools nationwide

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Devos nomination afflicts public education.
Lucas Weaver, Writer • February 22, 2017
Devos nomination afflicts public education.

Candidates lack urgency toward climate change

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Trump and Clinton need to succinctly address their environmental policies.
Tim Seeberger, Writer • October 18, 2016
Trump and Clinton need to succinctly address their environmental policies.

GOP loyalists marked by empty fanaticism

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Republicans must not vote based solely on party lines, but on personal principle.
Jacqueline Lewis, Writer • May 10, 2016
Republicans must not vote based solely on party lines, but on personal principle.

Hillary Clinton refuses to tackle climate change

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The Democratic party candidate chooses fossil fuel industry over environment.
Justin Yun, Writer • April 26, 2016
The Democratic party candidate chooses fossil fuel industry over environment.

Fiorina restores faith in GOP

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Carly Fiorina’s success in debates represents the importance of clear communication in politics.
Jacqueline Lewis, Writer • September 30, 2015
Carly Fiorina’s success in debates represents the importance of clear communication in politics.

The ghost of Ronald Reagan

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Past leaders must not overshadow today’s rising stars.
Zurich Lewis, Writer • April 28, 2015
Past leaders must not overshadow today’s rising stars.