Broken promises, fractured alliances: Trump’s rebuff of Zelenskyy sets a dangerous precedent
(03/06/25 6:00am)
February 28, 2025 — mark the date: this was the day American diplomacy turned into a live-action parody.
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Conservative influencers are reshaping masculinity. We all pay the price
(02/27/25 11:00am)
How far would you go to be a “real” man? It sounds strange, but new-age conservative influencers are set on finding the answer and exploiting it.
Tax cuts for the rich, cuts for the poor: The GOP’s new budget shorts America’s poorest
(02/27/25 10:00am)
In the swirl of Washington politics, the release of a federal budget proposal can feel like a dull procedural affair — just another policy document churned out in the corridors of power.
Executive takeover is here. This is a constitutional crisis
(02/20/25 9:00am)
True to my nature as a political science student, I’ve spent much of the first few weeks of the semester examining the Constitution, founding documents and Supreme Court cases in excruciating detail. That said, it’s come as a shock to me how relevant the debates of the 18th and 19th centuries are today. You would think that both time and legal precedent would have solved or at least provided some insight into the major questions of American Constitutionalism.
Cardinal View: Trump’s NIH funding cap is an existential threat to higher education
(02/20/25 11:00am)
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) have long been a pillar of medical and scientific advancement in the United States, funneling billions of dollars into universities to support groundbreaking research. But a recent decision by President Donald Trump to cap funding for university research — a decision currently blocked by a federal judge — threatens to upend this system, potentially jeopardizing not only the progress of scientific discovery but also the economic stability of research institutions across the country.
The Grammys have lost credibility. It’s time to rethink their influence
(02/13/25 10:00am)
In 2017, Adele accepted the Grammy Award for Album of the Year for her album, “25.” While accepting the award, facing an audience of the biggest names in the music industry, and millions of viewers at home, she declared, “My artist of my life is Beyoncé [...] This album (Lemonade) was so monumental.” In the years since, the shoutout has practically become an internet meme.
Last call at Paul’s: Buy a book before Madison loses a literary landmark
(02/13/25 10:00am)
Madison is losing something special. Paul’s Book Store — the quiet, unassuming gem on State Street that has served readers, students and curious wanderers for over 70 years — is closing its doors. If you’ve walked past its faded red awning a hundred times on your way to campus but never stopped to duck inside, you have one last chance.
Madison is a pedestrian’s world. It’s time to share the road
(02/06/25 8:00am)
It’s noon in Madison, and the last morning lecture has just been dismissed. The streets flood with students. Some are in a rush, with only 15 minutes to get from one end of campus to the other. Others take their time, walking to lunch, the library, work or maybe back home for a midday nap.
TikTok is back. Let’s bury it for good
(01/30/25 10:00am)
There have been talks of a TikTok ban on the basis of national security for months. To most, it seemed like an empty threat.
Trump causes political disruption, creating more uncertainty than ever for America
(01/30/25 9:00am)
President Donald Trump’s return to the presidency in 2025 has been nothing short of dramatic. From his inaugural address to a flurry of executive actions in his first weeks, the tone of his administration is clear: aggressive, uncompromising and relentlessly catering to his core supporters.
When looking for clubs, don't seek comfort
(01/23/25 8:00am)
The Vault always stood out to me as a fashion-forward club focused on art and clothing. Don't get me wrong, it had all of those things. But I soon realized it was so much deeper than that.
When the game becomes a gamble: The silent crisis of sports betting in college
(01/23/25 10:00am)
In recent years, sports betting has exploded in popularity across the United States, fueled by the Supreme Court’s 2018 decision to strike down the federal ban on sports wagering. For college students, this cultural shift has opened up new avenues for entertainment, social bonding and, unfortunately, financial ruin.
SAFEwalk hasn’t helped women feel any safer, just uncomfortable
(12/05/24 9:00am)
Content warning: This article contains mention of sexual assault and violence.
Trump’s proposal to eliminate the Department of Education is a dangerous gamble for Wisconsin
(12/05/24 10:00am)
President-elect Donald Trump’s call to eliminate the U.S. Department of Education may sound like a bold move toward decentralizing control and restoring local power. But for Wisconsin’s public schools, it’s a risky proposition that could destabilize the very foundation of our education system.
Letter to the Editor: Pay the TAs: Unpaid teaching requirements hinder education, research
(11/21/24 7:18pm)
Editor’s note: Letters to the Editor and open letters reflect the opinions, concerns and views of University of Wisconsin-Madison students and community. As such, the information presented may or may not be accurate. Letters to the Editor and open letters do not reflect the editorial views or opinions of The Daily Cardinal.
We should appreciate Madison’s climate-conscious urban planning. Sustainability improves quality of life
(11/21/24 8:00am)
We all see it: a surge in extreme weather, heatwaves, pollution and a growing danger to clean water.
Underly's budget proposal is a bold step toward strengthening Wisconsin's public education
(11/21/24 11:00am)
Jill Underly, Wisconsin’s state superintendent, recently unveiled a budget proposal that could make a significant difference for public education in Wisconsin.
Students were shocked by the 2024 election results. They shouldn’t be
(11/14/24 8:00am)
The election ignited outrage, distress and overwhelming emotions for young voters across the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Students are uncertain about the future of social policies such as abortion rights, privacy and immigration, but one thing remains certain: our country has never been more polarized and students on campus may not feel it.
Self-care mantras have corrupted basic kindness. Just hold the door
(11/14/24 9:00am)
I owe you something, and you owe me something, too. I have no idea who you are, and you’ve probably never met me before — but that’s the point.
Election season has ended. Civic engagement shouldn’t end with it
(11/07/24 8:00am)
For the past few months, University of Wisconsin-Madison students and Madison locals have patted themselves on the back for their civic engagement. They have stood on the streets with clipboards, canvassed door-to-door and enthusiastically directed new voters to registration tables and polling places.
