Tag: opinion
Opinion: Amid U.S. doctor shortage, new graduates are left unmatched
Match Day should be one of the most exciting milestones of medical school. But for many students, the week will be consumed by disappointment. Read More »
Opinion: Republicans are using Trump, Supreme Court to advance their agenda
This divide, in my opinion, raises serious questions about the Republican Party’s priorities and how far it's willing to go to achieve them. Read More »
Absence of Light: I wasn’t arrested, I was rescued
Prison for me has become a safe haven. A place that allowed me to reevaluate and reinvent myself. Read More »
Fast React: U.S.-Israel attack on Iran exhibits dire effects of Western intrusion
This isn’t just a crisis, but a reminder of Western intrusion and the long-lasting, atrocious effects of military intervention. Read More »
Letter from the Editor: Reintroducing Absence of Light
Absence of Light aligns closely with the opinion section’s aim to amplify voices across the greater Syracuse community, bringing perspectives outside of routine columnists to the paper. Read More »
Opinion: ChatGPT is not your doctor, AI puts user health at risk
Going to the doctor can be expensive, inconvenient and time-consuming. While AI may seem like an easy replacement, it fails in key areas, making it far from an ideal substitute for an in-person appointment. Read More »
Opinion: Burnout doesn’t spare college students — or Olympians
We have to recognize when a break is needed and give ourselves permission to take one. Otherwise, we contribute to this toxic ideology just as much as we are harmed by it. Read More »
Opinion: SU’s inaccessible party scene doesn’t live up to its reputation
With freezing temperatures and mountains of snow, house parties rarely occur anymore, leaving students with limited choices. But, these options aren't always accessible to everyone. Read More »
Opinion: SU needs to pay its fair share in property taxes
Syracuse University doesn’t pay for the community resources it relies on, our columnist argues. Read More »
Opinion: Artificial misinformation interferes with our elections
Democracy relies on an informed public, yet AI is making that harder to achieve by design. Read More »
Opinion: House music’s mainstream rise gentrifies the culture that built it
Though house music appears to be booming on college campuses, many outside that bubble are confronting a fading club culture and an increasingly gentrified dance music scene in the U.S. and abroad. Read More »
Opinion: ‘Girl dinner,’ ‘boy kibble’ trends romanticize food restriction
The trend has turned into a competition of creators showing off just how little they can eat in one sitting. Read More »
Opinion: LinkedIn is social currency. It’s time to use it effectively.
The platform blends social media and professional networking, allowing users to interact with peers through posts while discovering job opportunities. Read More »
Opinion: Indian culture is consistently exploited without accountability
Rather than rendering an entire country and its people invisible to freely exploit its abundant culture, we should bring that culture into the spotlight, appreciating its beauty and history. Read More »
Opinion: ‘Young ho’ trend playfully prioritizes women’s liberation
Ultimately, the “young ho” movement, although it may sound bizarre at first, epitomizes the progress and sacrifices made to carve a path toward economic security and success. Read More »
Letter to the Editor: I ended my financial support of SU over absence from ‘the Call’
History offers examples of the harm enabled by institutional silence, a pattern that appears to be occurring in the U.S today. Read More »
Opinion: Situationships are the exception to Gen Z’s emotional awareness
We insist on emotional intelligence in friendships, classrooms and workplaces. It's worth asking why romantic relationships are the exception. Read More »
Opinion: AI only social platform emphasizes disconnect from human conversation
While a chatbot may be able to answer your emails or make a to-do list, it cannot experience life. Read More »
Opinion: Democrats fear change. Kathy Hochul’s party endorsement proves it.
Hochul’s reelection must act as a warning sign for Democrats across the nation. Read More »
Absence of Light: Legal institutions fail communities they’re meant to protect
Across the country, legal institutions created to support incarcerated people, detained immigrants and underserved neighborhoods are failing at their core mission. Read More »
Opinion: Proposed alcohol tax would hurt SU party scene, benefit New York
It’s extremely important to understand that this tax, like many, is a public good that will improve the quality of life of many New York residents. Read More »
Guest Essay: Don’t waste your undergrad years preparing for next steps
What counts is living your life, being fully present for undergrad and enjoying yourself along the way Read More »
Opinion: ICE was always violent. The media just started paying attention.
News organizations and policymakers tend to elevate suffering only when it happens to those who resemble the default national citizen, white Americans. Read More »
Guest Essay: Silence on Iran’s human rights crisis is complicity
If you believe freedom is one of humanity’s most noble causes, act and show that you stand with the people of Iran and their human rights. Read More »