The Violence Against Women act is needed
November 30, 2009 by Husna Najand · 15 Comments
When most people think of legislation, they tend to think of the big current issues facing the United States Read More →
Why consider religion first?
November 12, 2009 by Husna Najand · 47 Comments
Jumping to conclusions about Fort Hood shooter’s motives is irrational, destructive Read More →
Guns for sale: No background check needed 
October 29, 2009 by Husna Najand · 27 Comments
Gun shows provide more loopholes in already weak laws click image to enlarge To capture the essence of a classic Socratic quandary, imagine this scenario: You know that the right thing to do is to return...
Peace prize surprise
October 15, 2009 by Husna Najand · 2 Comments
[TAKE OUR ONLINE POLL] Whether or not prize was deserved, we should be thankful A big “Huh?” with a finger scratching the head pretty much sums up the typical reaction to the news that President...
Think politics is boring?
October 1, 2009 by Husna Najand · 6 Comments
Dramatic politicians worthy of reality TV, not government “You’re crazier than Sarah Palin.” That’s what a judge on the hit reality TV show Dancing with the Stars had to say about...
Don’t leave Afghanistan behind again
September 24, 2009 by Husna Najand · Comments Off
As in the past, withdrawing early will be a mistake Read More →
Obama’s school speech brouhaha
September 10, 2009 by Husna Najand · 15 Comments
Skewing the contents of a perfectly unbiased speech The president’s critics were able to breathe a sigh of relief on Tuesday: The nation’s children did not get brainwashed by his socialist...
Capital punishment must be illegal
September 3, 2009 by Husna Najand · Comments Off
Use of the death penalty excessive and unjust I already know that the state of Texas has a penchant for capital punishment, just as I know that wrongful punishment exists in this world. Therefore, I...
Health care debate hijacked
August 27, 2009 by Husna Najand · 10 Comments
Skewing parts of the bill, spreading fear and rumors part of opposition strategy Illustration by Tiarra Wantz. This summer, the sun wasn’t the only thing blazing as the health care debate steamed...
No politics as usual for Alaska’s Sarah Palin
July 13, 2009 by Husna Najand · 2 Comments
Love her or hate her, it is clear that America’s fascination with Alaska’s governor, Sarah Palin, is just as strong today as when we first caught sight of the self-proclaimed hockey mom. Read More →
