The American immigration system is broken, and it’s about time we stop keeping those who want to be Americans waiting.
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…
Peter Kapp | Standardized testing is a necessary evil.
The SAT and other standardized tests are not perfect, but they are the only way to ensure anything close to fairness in college admissions.
The talk about talking; Penn’s discussion of “free speech”
Despite national attention on the challenge of free speech in the Ivy League, Penn’s public debate on expression has demonstrated that students, faculty, and administrators continue to grapple with their words.
Abraham Franchetti | President Jameson, don’t let the AAUP interfere with this campus.
The AAUP’s double standards between antisemitism and racism reveal their hypocrisy, and why President Jameson should stick by his statement.
Morgan Zinn | You missed the mark, Mr. President.
The legitimacy of commentary should not be dependent on how controversial or offensive it’s content.
Jacob Rosenberg | The danger of the categorization crutch
Our reliance on categories to describe our feelings may be politically convenient but is it honest?
Ireland Gorecki | ‘I Knew You Were Trouble,’ Travis Kelce.
With 2024 ballots in sight, it’s no surprise that this captivating relationship has garnered the attention of eager female voters—but will it change the voting habits of men too? Travis Kelce is granting a particular demographic of male voters a reason to vote blue.
Lexi Boccuzzi | ‘Call It What You Want,’ but Swifties will win the culture war
Rather than focus on Taylor Swift’s partisan affiliation, conservatives should take note of the way her lifestyle and fan base may be the key to winning the culture war.
Emma McClure | Has this generation gone too soft?
As society is pushing acceptance and redefining bullying beyond its logical bounds, socialization has taken a hit.
Thomas Sharrock | Why the ‘Snowflake Generation’ isn’t weak
Adversity has characterized the past of many successful people, leading some to believe that minor forms of bullying can be “character-building” for young people. But this perspective is warped and misguided. A tougher line on bullying is not only compassionate but may even save lives.