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The Chimes

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The Chimes

Hammer attack on Paul Pelosi deals a blow to common civility

The recent hammer attack on Paul Pelosi highlights the risks of normalizing political violence.
Normalizing political violence is dangerous — and potentially deadly.
Hannah Larson, Editor-in-Chief November 2, 2022

Around 2:30 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 28, a man entered the San Francisco home of Paul and House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and yelled “Where’s Nancy?” before viciously attacking Paul Pelosi with a hammer, fracturing the 82-year-old man’s skull. The Department of Justice has since filed charges of assault...

The US needs stricter gun control laws

Congress should act to reduce gun violence across the nation.
Congress must take more measures to reduce gun violence in the U.S.
Noel Sassoon, Opinions Editor October 22, 2022

An elementary school in Texas. A nightclub in Florida. A concert in Las Vegas. A grocery store in New York. In this time in the United States, there is truly no corner of the country that a notable mass shooting has not touched.  What’s more, gun violence in the U.S. is not just limited to mass...

Politics Rundown: Biden signs infrastructure bill and meets with Xi Jinping

Politics Rundown: Biden signs infrastructure bill and meets with Xi Jinping
Bannon surrenders to FBI and Biden addresses violence against Native Americans.
Hannah Larson, Editor-in-Chief November 15, 2021

President Joe Biden signed a $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill into law after lawmakers from both parties passed the bill in the Senate. The bill invests $65 billion into improving access to broadband Internet, water and electric systems along with road repair and maintenance. Biden explained that Americans...

Zach Snyder fails to save the bleak, uninspired storytelling of DC

Zach Snyder fails to save the bleak, uninspired storytelling of DC
“Justice League” returns with the same story, despite more edgy content.
Joshua Flores, Staff Writer March 20, 2021

Zach Snyder’s increasingly despairing look at DC’s most iconic heroes leaves a bad taste in the mouths of viewers. HBO Max audiences will witness mass destruction, hostage situations involving children and disturbing sequences of shooters screaming profanity and gunning down large groups of people—spurring...

The U.S. allows drug cartels to destabilize nations

The U.S. allows drug cartels to destabilize nations
The relationship of drug cartels with law enforcement and locals, as well as America’s economic support of cartels, allows them to maintain power.
Marc Dejager, Staff Writer (Fall 2019) November 18, 2019

There are nearly 100,000 asylum seekers who cross the Southern border of the U.S. every year. While Mexico has experienced recent difficulty in maintaining peace due to violence caused by drug cartels, they are not the only country facing the impacts of drug-related violence.The vast majority of people...

Gun violence is the result of a violent culture

Residents of Dayton, Ohio hold a vigil for victims of the Dayton shooting that occurred last August.
By justifying violence in American culture, the U.S. devalues human lives.
Amanda Frese, Managing Editor September 4, 2019

Another mass shooting. Another comment from politicians and media about gun control. Another Twitter response. Everyone forgets. Nothing changes. Another mass shooting. Unfortunately, despite constant conversation about gun control and reform in the United States, on Aug. 31 a drive-by shooting spree...

Beyond the Bubble: Van driver deliberately kills pedestrians on sidewalk in Toronto

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Canadian Biolans respond to the devastating news in their home country.
Megan Josep, Design Editor April 25, 2018

A white van drove into the sidewalk in Toronto, Canada, killing 10 people and injuring 15 on Monday. Toronto authorities believe it was a deliberate act of violence and not a national security issue, but have yet to determine the motive, according to WTOL. Authorities have charged the suspect, 25-year-old...

Psychologist stresses importance of resolving social conflict

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Jonathan Haidt gives inspiring lecture about resolving social conflict on college campuses.
John Kay, Freelance Writer March 22, 2018

As Jonathan Haidt, a prominent social psychologist, walked towards the stage to discuss his newest book, “The Coddling of the American Mind,” the packed crowd seated in Sutherland Auditorium felt a sense of uncertainty. This event gave new ground for both Haidt and Biola in seeking to understand...

The flag and the lynching tree

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Reflections on patriotism and violence: A response to “Christians should stand for the flag.”
Jason Stephens, Writer October 11, 2017
Reflections on patriotism and violence: A response to “Christians should stand for the flag.”

Feminism is not about hating men

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A complex and controversial movement finds itself victim to common misconceptions.
Morgan Mitchell, Writer May 2, 2017
A complex and controversial movement finds itself victim to common misconceptions.

“Raw” bites at more than just flesh

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This cannibalism film has a valuable message necessary for everyone, including Christians.
Kyle Kohner, Copy Editor & Office Manager March 14, 2017
This cannibalism film has a valuable message necessary for everyone, including Christians.

Harvard scandal reveals privilege and misogyny

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Scouting reports scandal at Ivy League school reveals culture of degradation.
Justin Yun, Writer November 9, 2016
Scouting reports scandal at Ivy League school reveals culture of degradation.