Category: Opinion
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Cell phone company expands into roadside assistance
Life can be very hectic at times, and having car issues can make it worse. Having roadside assistance can help that, but it can be expressive. I like knowing that I have roadside assistance without breaking my wallet. But having the Hum with Verizon has saved me from getting stuck and saving money. There are…
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Back Talk: Workplace discrimination sparks debate
Businesses should hire workers who match their preferences Workplace equality has become a topic of discussion throughout the years, whether it be about equal pay or equal opportunities. One topic that is not discussed often is job opportunities based on gender. Many places hire predominantly female workers or male workers, depending on the job. Some…
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Word on the Street
Anyone can work anywhere. I believe as long as they learn how to do their job correctly, I don’t feel like there should be a problem with what gender they are.” Reina Vargas – Sophomore, Pre-Nursing, Levelland There are jobs where it doesn’t make sense. I think that jobs should be equal…
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Purchasing exotic animals dangerous, inhumane
Extoic animals are some of the world’s most sought out pets by animal lovers and non-animal lovers alike. But many people don’t realize the danger they bring by taking them home. It is not just dangerous for people, but also for the animals. Extoic animals are normally wild animals and aren’t meant to live in…
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Back Talk: Recent mass shooting sparks gun control debate
Gun laws necessary for safety, prevention of shootings by Autumn Bippert In 2010, 67 percent of all homicides in the United States were committed with a firearm. The United States sees tens of thousands of deaths and injuries caused by gun violence each year. So why does the United States have such a problem with gun…
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Risks of online dating puts teens n dangerous circumstances
Teenagers go online to meet new people, but they can be blind to the problems and dangers it brings. Many teenagers around the world participate in online dating. They download applications and use dating sites such as Tinder, Plenty of Fish, and Hot or Not, among others. These sources are typically used to meet for…
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Animosity toward illegal aliens creates tension between citizins
In the western world, there is an immigration problem. In the United States, there are more than 10 million undocumented illegal aliens. On average, 700,000 a year come to the United States from places such as Mexico, El Salvador and other Latin American countries. Most come for work while others are fleeing instability and violence…
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Happiness misleads, distorts view on life
Though we dedicate ourselves to its pursuit, allowing it to define our relationships, self-image, and future plans, it doesn’t care for our well-being. It mocks us, forever slipping through our grip as it leads us farther away from peace. It towers over us, ruling over every screen we encounter throughout our day. It turns us…
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Border wall raises debate concerning benefits, disadvantages
Border wall could add to economic issues by Adán Rubio Border wall unnecessary, detrimental to nation There are many reasons why some people want a wall built on the border between the United States and Mexico, whether it be keeping illegal immigrants out of the country or eliminating the drug smuggling. But building a border wall…
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Kidnapping, killing journalists needs to stop
The killings and kidnapping of journalists around the world continues to rise every year ,and not many people are talking about it. According to a report from “The Guardian,” 115 journalists have been killed worldwide, and it’s unclear as to how many have been kidnapped. It’s well more than 30 in just two years. The…
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Doing activities by yourself could benefit mental health
Usually, if you aren’t used to doing things by yourself, it can seem kind of scary and weird to think about going to the movies or eating alone. However, it could possibly be one of the best things for you as a person. If you are a person like me who freaks out at the…
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Back Talk: Net neutrally generates debate
Internet should stay free by Randi Jines The Federal Communications Commission has been trying to do away with net neutrality and begin charging people to use the Internet. Net neutrality is what keeps the Internet free, as in Twitter, Google, Facebook, and anything else you can name. Every time I opened up an app, there…
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Family defined by meaningful relationships, not genetics
Typically, you are raised by the people who gifted you life on this Earth. But it’s entirely up to you regarding who you call family. I grew up never knowing how it felt having a mother and father in the same household, at the same time. I’m not going to lie. It was confusing at…
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Playful challenge sparks unnecessary publicity, harm
What started out as an internet joke has gone too far. The “Tide Pod Challenge” can be seen all over the Internet, from Youtube, to Facebook, to Reddit, and other places. This “challenge” started out as a joke. Someone said that Tide Pods looked like they would be satisfying to bite into. Then the Internet…
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‘Activist Mommy’ should not blame sexual assault on victims
Recently, I was scrolling through Facebook when I came across a video by “Activist Mommy.” I decided to watch it because it had to do with the Me Too Campaign. If you are not familiar with the campaign, it has to do with sexual assault victims who are speaking up about their assault experiences. The…
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Back Talk: Greeting cause debate during holiday season
Seasonal greeting should include all holiday traditions // Different cultures create positive interactions through greetings