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The Chimes
The Student News Site of Biola University

The Chimes

Martha’s Vineyard fiasco highlights flaws in US immigration system

Martha’s Vineyard fiasco highlights flaws in US immigration system
Political stunt raises legal and ethical questions.
Hannah Larson, Editor-in-Chief • September 22, 2022

On Sept. 14, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis arranged for chartered planes to fly 50 undocumented Venezuelan immigrants and asylum seekers to Martha’s Vineyard, an island and summer colony off the coast of Cape Cod, Massachusetts. DeSantis said he wanted to send the message that Florida is not a sanctuary...

Texas’ abortion restrictions protect the right of life for unborn babies

Texas’ abortion restrictions protect the right of life for unborn babies
The Heartbeat Act ensures that a child with a heartbeat will be allowed to take their first breath.
Hannah Dilanchyan, Opinions Editor • September 13, 2021

Imagine the sound of a small heartbeat in the hospital’s empty hallways. Imagine the future of the unborn child—there are endless possibilities. They will grow up to have passions, pursue careers, form relationships and become their own person. They might struggle in life, as everyone does, but they...

Pre-law club begins proceedings

The fledgling society kicked off with a mid-semester info meeting.
Brittany Ung, Web Editor • November 5, 2019

The business building sustained an argument from senior cinema and media arts majors Selah Crisp and Sofia Silva on Monday night: that the pre-law club will foster a community of students pursuing a legal career. That’s an excerpt from the club’s mission statement, which was delivered by co-presidents...

Gorsuch brings new blood to Supreme Court

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Neil Gorsuch’s nomination to the Supreme Court will likely influence Christian community.
Lucas Weaver, Writer • April 26, 2017
Neil Gorsuch’s nomination to the Supreme Court will likely influence Christian community.

Symposium remembers Supreme Court Justice

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Panel speaks on Scalia’s impacts and character.
Christian Leonard, Editor-in-Chief • February 22, 2017
Panel speaks on Scalia’s impacts and character.

One person, one vote decision upholds equality

en.wikipedia.org
Supreme Court decisions allow undocumented citizens, illegal immigrants and children in district-line drawing process for equal representation.
Tim Seeberger, Writer • April 26, 2016
Supreme Court decisions allow undocumented citizens, illegal immigrants and children in district-line drawing process for equal representation.

Guantanamo guilty of dehumanization

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American and Christian values condemn GITMO’s practices.
Justin Yun, Writer • December 1, 2015
American and Christian values condemn GITMO’s practices.

Society needs lawyers, especially Christian ones

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Our society needs Christian lawyers who will view law as a ministry through which they are able to love and serve God.
Elle Reed, Writer • May 11, 2015
Our society needs Christian lawyers who will view law as a ministry through which they are able to love and serve God.

Skip law school and join the real world

Opinions editor Zurich Lewis suggests avoiding law school when considering post-grad plans. | Courtesy of wikimedia.org
Be a lawyer to serve your community, not your debt.
Zurich Lewis, Writer • April 21, 2015
Be a lawyer to serve your community, not your debt.

Suppress the Sodomite Suppression Act

Suppress the Sodomite Suppression Act
Jacqueline Lewis takes a closer look at the controversial Sodomite Suppression Act and how it reflects badly on Christians.
Jacqueline Lewis, Writer • April 14, 2015
Jacqueline Lewis takes a closer look at the controversial Sodomite Suppression Act and how it reflects badly on Christians.

Should everyone be forced to vote?

Person voting
Compulsory voting limits freedom.
Zurich Lewis, Writer • March 25, 2015
Compulsory voting limits freedom.