Oct. 29 Mogadishu, Somalia Officials removed after attack in capital Somalia’s police and intelligence chiefs were dismissed following a hotel bombing that claimed over 25 lives. Earlier this month, the…
From the Hill to the Hall: Oct. 31-Nov. 6
Brazile breaches touchy topic In an excerpt of her forthcoming book released to Politico, Donna Brazile explained her then-surprise at finding a joint-funding agreement between the Democratic National Committee and…
Silent victories from the outside
It is curious that one of the most widely discussed athletes, one whose actions speak louder than all others, is himself a comparatively silent individual. Colin Kaepernick—the former NFL player…
Marginalized over Minority voices: ASPSU leaders draw the line
Since a graphic anti-abortion showcase towered two stories high and drew spirited protests in Portland State University’s Park Blocks two weeks ago, the University has had to defend its commitment…
From the hill to the ‘hall: Oct. 24–30
JFK ███████ assassination files ███████ released ███████ The United States National Archives, under the direction of President Donald Trump, released a mass of formerly classified files regarding the assassination of…
From the Hill to the ‘hall: Oct. 17-23
Georgia State Representative’s ‘rhetorical’ remark sparks fervor Representative Betty Price (R-48) created a firestorm over remarks made at an investigative committee when she asked whether it was possible to quarantine…
North Korea wants to chill and let chill
Is North Korean diplomacy possible? At a moment when tensions are at an all-time high between the United States and North Korea, it might behoove our country and the media…
From the hill to the ‘hall: Oct. 11-17
Trump nixes Affordable Care Act provisions United States President Donald Trump announced Friday, Oct. 13, that he would immediately halt subsidies to insurance companies with Affordable Care Act-related policies. This…
This day around the world: Oct. 1
Oct. 1 Barcelona, Spain Despite Spanish national police raiding polling locations and pressure from the central government in Madrid, Catalonia went forward with a referendum calling for independence from Spain….
From the Hill to the ‘Hall: Oct. 4–10
Do as I say, etc. United States Rep. Tim Murphy (R–PA18) announced his resignation on Oct. 5 after the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette revealed how the strongly anti-abortion congressman urgeda past mistress…
Taking a knee is patriotic as f*ck
Over the course of the last year, the controversy over Colin Kaepernick’s decision to kneel during the national anthem before football games has had many responses. Some people are appalled,…