Assimilation allows unity in a diverse nation
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Assimilation is essential to a healthy nation as it celebrates culture and diversity.
Hannah Dilanchyan, Opinions Editor
• October 16, 2019
Border walls are immoral
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Support for the border wall is based on falsehoods about immigrants.
Tom Crisp and Brad Christerson
• January 28, 2019
Alumna shares her ‘Dreamer’ story
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The sociology department hosted an event showcasing DACA recipients and young immigrants.
Julianna Hernandez, News Editor (Spring 2019)
• January 24, 2019
Our views of the migrant caravan should not be reduced to a sound-byte
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At the cusp of another heated political debate, we can let fact or fiction form our opinions.
Logan Zeppieri, Opinions Editor
• November 27, 2018
Food transcends utilitarian purpose
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Food holds a significant cultural value to many second generation students.
Justin Yun, Writer
• May 17, 2017
Gay pride flag stolen
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Administration continues to respond to the desecrated Lent memorial.
Jana Eller, Office Manager
• April 26, 2017
Silenced voices: International Women’s Day
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On this day, we remember the women around the world who were and are silenced and oppressed.
Morgan Mitchell, Writer
• March 8, 2017
Students should be aware of gentrification
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Our dollars can change city landscapes and influence local economies.
Justin Yun, Writer
• November 2, 2016
Do more than accept refugees, provide for them
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America must bring the debate to a practical level and do what they can to help.
Kristen M. Smith, Writer
• April 12, 2016
Asians to surpass Latinos
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A Pew Research study predicts Asian immigrant population to exceed that of Latinos.
Jocelyn Meza, Writer
• October 20, 2015
Syrian refugees coming to Orange County
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The US is accepting 15,000 Syrian refugees in 2016 – many are coming to Los Angeles, Riverside and Anaheim.
Nicole Foy, Writer
• September 29, 2015
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