Sarah Mester explores the accuracy of the DP’s claim that Trump will deport students and defund Penn.
Sarah Mester | Alarmism is not analysis
Exploring the DP’s claim that Trump will deport students and defund Penn Photo Credit: ChatGPT By Sarah Mester Following the election, the Daily Pennsylvanian posted an article titled: Trump's proposals could deport students, remove federal funding from Penn, DP analysis finds. However, research into the actual policies in question reveals the support for both of these alarming claims to be misinformed and weak. The DP’s analysis relies on a misunderstood point from a Republican National Committee Platform Committee resolution, comments from one political rally, and Project 2025, which President-elect Trump has disavowed repeatedly. The argument that Trump is looking to…
A guide to the Sixers’ season: on-court, off court, and arena-sized issues
While star player Joel Embiid works to overcome an injury, the team’s plans for a new arena have transformed into a political controversy. Photo Credit: DALL-E By Ryan Wolff The Philadelphia 76ers are at a crossroads, grappling with challenges on and off the court that could shape the franchise's future. On one hand, the team faces scrutiny for its management of Joel Embiid, their injury-prone star and reigning NBA MVP, whose limited availability has sparked an NBA investigation and criticism from fans and pundits alike. On the other hand, the Sixers are embroiled in a heated debate over their proposed…
Emma McClure | Breakup at the polls: poor communication or a good dating practice?
(Not So) Hot Takes | A Sidechat poll about election related breakups underscores the complexities of navigating politics while dating. Photo Credit: Jennifer Mesa By Emma McClure In the weeks and months leading up to the recent election, the sad state of America has been on full display; we are a people divided, not united. A host of contentious issues were the subject of hot debate this election cycle, and media on both sides of the political aisle encouraged a growing divide. Eager to fan the flame, conservative hosts attacked Vice-President Harris’ connections to Willie Brown while liberal media threatened…
May it please the Court | Volume III
In the latest volume of “May it please the Court,” Sarah Mester breaks down Qui tam, DIGging a case, and the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
Representative Matt Gaetz withdraws himself from Attorney General nomination
Gaetz’s nomination faced controversy and an uphill confirmation battle, reports Sarah Mester.
Wesley Liu | Victimhood culture at Penn: a case of misplaced oppression
Wesley Liu argues that a recent article in the DP recounts an encounter that highlights the inanity of perpetual victimhood and the negativity that follows.
Emma McClure | Breakup at the polls: poor communication or a good dating practice?
The Social Ivy editor Emma McClure argues that a Sidechat poll about election related breakups underscores the complexities of navigating politics while dating, particularly if you lack communication.
A guide to the Sixers’ season: on-court, off court, and arena-sized issues
Sports editor Ryan Wolff writes that while star player Joel Embiid works to overcome an injury, the team’s plans for a new arena have transformed into a political controversy.
“Call to Action” flyers distributed in dorms calling for Ghost Robotics phone campaign
Flyers slipped in dorms call for campaign against Penn’s involvement in creating militarized Ghost Robotics, reports Sarah Mester.
Lucas Richman | RFK Jr. and Matt Gaetz should not be members of the Trump cabinet
RFK Jr. and Matt Gaetz have been nominated for major positions within the Trump Administration but, their records should disqualify them from consideration writes Lucas Richman.
Jennifer Mesa | Mural Wars: Cuban Penn students fight against Che’s image at La Casa Latina
A vivid reminder of oppression, the mural at La Casa Latina fuels an ongoing struggle for recognition and respect among Cuban students argues Editor-in-Chief Jennifer Mesa.
May it please the Court | Volume II
In the latest volume of “May it please the Court,” Sarah Mester breaks down RICO, the EPA, and an overall quiet week for the merits docket.