politics

Election 2018: conservatism in America

Personally, I will be relieved when the election cycle is over, but until then, Republicans are in a strong position to keep control of the Senate for the next two years.
Your vote really does matter

College students have a lot on their minds. We have due dates, deadlines, internships to apply for and our entire futures to worry about. Apparently, now we have the responsibility of worrying about our nation’s entire future as well.
On Created Equal, co-optation and administrative response

Let’s be clear: it’s well-documented that Butler was aware of Created Equal’s plan to come in advance, and the group is known for their provocative measures. Instead of prioritizing student awareness on very our own campus, Butler knowingly let down their community in the process.
Apathy concerning sexual assault is on its last legs

In recent events, this country has displayed a terrifying apathy— which often crosses into outright animosity— toward women who have the courage to come forward and talk about the traumas that they have suffered through, often in silence, for years.
Nonpartisan justice is on its last legs

With the appointment of Brett Kavanaugh, the United States government has officially undermined everything the Supreme Court is meant to stand for. America’s last line of defense is gone. If you aren’t scared, you’re not paying attention.
An argument against David Brooks as commencement speaker

Butler likes to call itself a progressive institution, but still brings a problematic speaker like conservative columnist David Brooks to campus. Opinion Columnist Nate Lemen provides his thoughts on the matter.
President Trump’s tumultuous first year in office

Columnist Bridget Early explores opinions on Donald Trump one year into his presidency.
No, thank you: A response to Indiana State Rep. Jim Lucas

A response by assistant opinion editor Austin Klawitter to Jim Lucas’ comment on a Collegian article published on Oct. 31.
Could Trump’s tweets spark a Pence presidency?

Collegian Photo Editor Jenna Voris explores the possibility of a President Mike Pence.