Opinions
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Staff Editorial: In Defense of a Student-led Sweetness Day
Read more: Staff Editorial: In Defense of a Student-led Sweetness DayPayton High School's Sweetness Day, honoring Walter Payton's legacy, underwent changes in 2025. The administration assigned activities for underclassmen, while seniors chose their projects. Critics…
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“Party of Reagan” no more: the Trump-Zelenskyy meeting and a new GOP foreign policy
Read more: “Party of Reagan” no more: the Trump-Zelenskyy meeting and a new GOP foreign policyBy Kieran Blake, Sports Editor I have mixed feelings about Ronald Reagan’s presidency. As a liberal, I dislike his tax cuts for the rich. I…
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Do bilingual museum exhibits really help linguistic equity?
Read more: Do bilingual museum exhibits really help linguistic equity?Chicago museums increasingly offer bilingual exhibits, mainly English and Spanish, for its large Hispanic population. However, some exhibits demonstrate a lack of linguistic sensitivity, like…
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Staff Editorial: In defense of the student voice at Payton
Read more: Staff Editorial: In defense of the student voice at PaytonBy Paw Print Editorial Board Throughout the past few years and especially during the recent election cycle, the dissatisfaction of the American people in their…
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Broadway in Chicago’s “Les Misérables” is an enthralling interpretation of an iconic musical
Read more: Broadway in Chicago’s “Les Misérables” is an enthralling interpretation of an iconic musicalBy Kieran Blake, Sports Editor ★★★★ There are few musicals as powerful as “Les Misérables.” Based on Victor Hugo’s colossal 1862 epic novel, it centers…
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Op-Ed: Even in an overwhelmingly liberal school, diverse political voices matter.
Read more: Op-Ed: Even in an overwhelmingly liberal school, diverse political voices matter.Growing up in Chicago, a Democratic stronghold, I experienced a culture of political uniformity. True diversity requires fostering respectful debate, embracing discomfort, and protecting all…
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A show of civility in a time of civil unrest: the vice presidential debate
Read more: A show of civility in a time of civil unrest: the vice presidential debateThe vice presidential debate covered important topics such as climate change and immigration, and was much more civil and respectful than the presidential debate.
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Maisie Peters’ “The Good Witch” review: a bewitching tale of independence in your twenties
Read more: Maisie Peters’ “The Good Witch” review: a bewitching tale of independence in your twentiesMaisie Peters' sophomore album, “The Good Witch,” features upbeat pop songs enriched with impactful metaphors. The record reflects personal growth and heartbreak, showcasing her lyrical…
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The Day Democracy Died: The Student Government Elections
Read more: The Day Democracy Died: The Student Government ElectionsDespite winning the popular vote by 120, Jade Park lost the student government presidential election to Aria Shah, sparking concerns about democracy.
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Rethinking Student Resource Officers: A Call to Build Safer and More Supportive School Communities
Read more: Rethinking Student Resource Officers: A Call to Build Safer and More Supportive School CommunitiesBy Owen Zolner~ The debate for SROs in schools needs to be rethought, as the system does not benefit or defend students. Students would further…
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