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Captain America: Civil War revives classic debates

Captain America: Civil War revives classic debates

Lauren Frias and Hannah Mason
May 27, 2016

Below are two writers' takes on the latest Marvel movie, Captain America: Civil War. Captain America defends Avengers What do you think of when you hear the word “superhero”? Maybe you picture...

Smiling lovingly, members of The Oracle Editorial Board pose with their beloved animal companions.  Growing up with animals teaches children valuable lessons.  Photos courtesy of the Editorial Board

Growing up with animals instills valuable lessons

Lilly Ludwig, assistant opinions editor
April 22, 2016

Between volunteering at animal shelters, caring for my own pets, and riding horses, it’s safe to say that I spend as much time with animals as most teenagers spend with their friends and family. This...

Purpose of art rests in power to disturb

Erica Gelman, columnist
April 22, 2016

Art. A rather obtuse word that describes some sort of property that we have somehow grabbed onto, despite the fact that there is nothing about aesthetics that would help us survive as a species. Yet here...

Weezer’s self-titled album embodies love for West Coast, classic vibes

Weezer’s self-titled album embodies love for West Coast, classic vibes

Nick Moran, asst. a&e editor
April 22, 2016

I’ve been backstabbed before. Being a fan of the alternative artist Beck myself, as I looked through albums new and old, they would either treat me to perplexing, fresh songs I loved or, with the release...

Creation of gender neutral restrooms necessitated in efforts towards greater inclusivity

Creation of gender neutral restrooms necessitated in efforts towards greater inclusivity

April 22, 2016

The GBS faculty has been addressing gender related problems of students by forming the Gender In Schools Committee, a committee that brings together teacher volunteers who discuss how to aid safety regarding...

Batman v. Superman wrongly under-credited by critics

Batman v. Superman wrongly under-credited by critics

Hannah Mason, co-editor-in-chief
April 22, 2016

Something that most people, even my closest friends, fail to realize about me is what a huge superhero fan I am. When I’m feeling bored, I’ll read articles to try to learn more about the comic universe....

Trump campaign misrepresents bigotry as political opinion

Evan Sawires, co-opinions editor
April 22, 2016

You probably have an opinion about Donald Trump. Everyone who’s ever lived has an opinion about Donald Trump. In fact, so many people have opinions about Donald Trump that I blacklisted his name on all...

A day in the life of a paranoier

Jonathan Lee, assistant opinions editor
April 22, 2016

“BRRRNNGG! BRRRNNGG!” I wake up to the terrible noise that my phone makes. I quickly turn the alarm off my phone and ask myself why I’m up so freakin’ early. Then to the right of my phone, I see...

Avoidance of Powerschool provides undiscovered benefits

Avoidance of Powerschool provides undiscovered benefits

Nick Moran, assistant a&e editor
April 22, 2016

“How did you do on the test?” The phrase creeps its way around the room once the grades are posted online. For those satisfied with their grades, it’s a proud moment—an opportunity to display...

Experience of early love outweighs potential heartbreak

Experience of early love outweighs potential heartbreak

Charlie You, columnist
April 22, 2016

Bumping into someone on the street, catching a stranger’s gaze at a party, sharing a kiss in the rain: Hollywood sure did a nice job of formulating my expectations of falling in love. But contrary to...

Illustration by Jini John

‘I love you’ deserves honesty, maturity before making declaration

Elaine Sine, co-opinions editor
March 11, 2016

“Babe, I love you so much!” “Yeah, babe, me too. I’ll love you forever and we’ll never break up.” Two months later, they break up. Okay, so this is an exaggeration of what I perceive as...

Controversial material requires reasonable reaction

Controversial material requires reasonable reaction

Lilly Ludwig, assistant opinions editor
March 11, 2016

Earlier in February, a misogynist blogger named Daryush Valizadeh published an article on his blog, “Return of Kings”, detailing why he thinks rape on public property should be legal. He had planned...

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