It is a public good for educational institutions like Penn to train the next generation of leaders to have thoughtful, respectful conversations, including debates about disagreeable topics. While Penn boasts of offering a “classic liberal arts education,” there are questions about how well the institution equips its students to think critically and communicate respectfully.
Category: Opinion
Chloe Hunt | Why can’t Republicans accept climate change?
The GOP falls painfully short on environmental issues, at the expense of their electoral prospects and their constituents.
Abraham Franchetti | A story of Jewish resilience
One year after Oct 7, the Jewish people have done what they always have, survived and built a better future.
Sarah Mester | I welcome the quieting of Penn’s ‘institutional voice’
Although I do not think quieting Penn’s institutional voice will dampen all political controversy on campus—far from it—I believe the change will prevent unproductive conflict and, more significantly, marks a positive step in Penn’s reaffirmation of what it means to be a university.
Lexi Boccuzzi | Let’s embrace a true New England summer.
In Connecticut, being patriotic can often be nothing more than an aesthetic. But for me, it taught me how to love my country and work every day to make it a better place.
Chloe Hunt | Make America Patriotic Again.
Once a bipartisan staple, the hanging of an American flag on your home, has now become indicative of your political affiliation. In the name of unity and democracy, it’s time to revive our patriotism.
Nicolas Scola | A leader for the age: History’s guide to the 2024 election
An analysis of political leadership through the decades can teach us a lot about what we need out of our next president.
Lexi Boccuzzi | What does it mean to receive a liberal education?
Lexi Boccuzzi’s parting speech for the College of Arts and Sciences Class of 2024 on the need to embrace the empathy, open-mindedness, and humility taught by liberal education.
Anonymous | Behind the protests
While the “Palestine Solidarity encampments” have been accused of simply “antisemitism” it is important to contextualize why they are occurring.
Nicolas Scola | Whiskey choices: Does America need political parties?
The two-party system in America seems to be a necessary evil. The reason why? Good old Pennsylvania whiskey!