Freedom of press essential to freedom for all
I.F. Stone, an early 20th century investigative journalist said, “All governments are run by liars and nothing they say should be believed.”
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Thursday, April 23, 2026
Author: Kevin Oleksy
Good government requires participation from all
If you feel your interests are not being represented, speak up! Contact a senator or write a letter to The Eagle. Don’t let your own inaction be the cause of misrepresentation.
Read MoreCSC production of ‘Dead Man’s Cell Phone’ drops the call
CSC Theatre’s production of Sarah Ruhl’s “Dead Man’s Cell Phone” plays like a call from one’s estranged mother, dropped just before she could reveal the meaning of life.
Read MoreSenate should scrutinize its own efficiency, relevance, not just CAB’s
Moving CAB’s functions wholly into the Senate’s purview would be foolish. That would consolidate all the oversight of student affairs within a single body that isn’t living up to its prestige.
Read MorePublic’s approach to political topics similar to best-seller books
Despite even the best efforts to keep informed about the “facts” of what is going on in congress, it’s nearly impossible to do other than fall short of a complete understanding. The answer to the conundrum lies in the example of the average reader’s perception of best-seller books.
Read MoreTwo students’ benefit concert aims to make a difference for Haiti
‘Be a Hero for Haiti’ to feature live music and dancing to promote awareness and aid
Read MoreFacebook status updates spell instant drama
Gossip no longer travels at the speed of word of mouth. Each web-connected computer can churn out anything from wild speculations to outright lies at the speed of thought.
Read MoreDone in by home phones or, spill check can’t slave you now
Unfortunately, spill check cannot catch errors of this nurture. Both are proper wards and until computers better understate the semantic shortcomings of collage students, we must depend on proofreading.
Read More‘Happy Holidays’ no longer offensive
If recent years are any example, no one—not even the president—is safe from the ire of a person scorned by the ‘wrong’ holiday salutation.
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