Opinion

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Open dialogue is key to politics, learning

The year 2016 has, so far, proven to be an extremely difficult one. Through the first eight months we have witnessed horrifying terrorist attacks both domestically and abroad, a civil war that has left millions in a state of crisis, an attempted military coup, an Olympic games in a politically torn nation and great political and racial tensions here in the United States.  We still have four months to go.  In this year that has seen so many influential events, the final four months of 2016 very well may prove to be the most important ones.

My Wisconsin Idea: an accessible and affordable future

As a student at UW-Madison, a world class research institution, I have the ability to receive a quality degree with hard work and support.

Letter to the editor: White spaces for racial justice have value

We, the white students who were present at the community processing space on Monday, July 11, would like to respond to recent media coverage representing the opinions only of students who were not in attendance.

Engage actively with the UW-Madison community

The summer before freshman year is an exciting time. You’ve made it to UW-Madison. The idea of finally starting your college experience can be relieving yet stressful.

Reflecting on Pulse from within Madison's LGBT community

Pulse. A name fitting for a club that wasn’t just known as one of the “hottest gay bars” in Miami, but also for a place that was at the heart of the LGBT community in Orlando, Florida.

Society is too accepting of mass violence

Last week, I was sitting in the grass with my co-workers, training to be camp counselors for the summer.

Becoming comfortable with the uncomfortable

In recent months, the debate over which bathroom facilities transgender people in the United States should use in public spaces has become one that has divided Americans.

Editorial Board’s spring retrospective

Sexual assault climate  Far too often this year, “sexual assault” appeared in the body of an email in our respective Wiscmail inboxes.

Coming out on your own time

I am gay. Three of the hardest words any person can think, feel or even say. Three words that start a journey, adventure and never-ending marathon.

Ending, starting a chapter at the Cardinal

Outgoing editor-in-chief Jim Dayton Four years ago, I didn’t know what The Daily Cardinal was.  I was a high school senior four months away from beginning my time at UW-Madison.

Americans should reconsider using torture

On the current campaign trail, many candidates have been extremely outspoken over a number of controversial topics.

SERF changes will affect health

Freshmen and sophomores, you’d better appreciate the SERF while you still can: After next year, you won’t see it again before you graduate. The major renovations on the Southeast Recreational Facility are a necessary process.

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Collaboration, communication key in redefining #TheRealUW

UW-Madison students, alumni and campus community members are sharing their stories of discrimination and bias with the hashtag #TheRealUW, illuminating how for some students, feeling safe, accepted and respected on this campus is not a given. In would-be safe spaces like healing circles and residence halls, students have been mocked and spat on.

Rethinking your route to the 'American Dream'

All my life, my parents told me that I was smart. They told me that I was going to go to a top-ranked university and become rich when I was older.

Scandinavian socialism would not work in the United States

In recent years, the Scandinavian countries have become a glistening castle in the distance for leftists.

Take the stigma away from mental illness

It is not breaking news that college years are filled with wild emotions. From the moment we step on campus, we are overwhelmed with new feelings and experiences we never knew existed.

Personal accounts of UW-Madison students living with anxiety

Two UW-Madison students wrote personal accounts about  their experiences dealing with the mental illness of anxiety.  Talking to someone, regardless of gender, is the way to beat anxiety As I laid in bed after a particularly rough day, I finally realized something: I’m not crazy. It took me a while to finally come to this conclusion.

Letter to the editor: UW-Madison's alcohol culture alienates non-drinkers

Hello, my name is Jonah.  Invariably, when I introduce myself at weekly recovery programs I am greeted with a chorus of “Hello Jonah,” from a group united by our challenges coping with friends or family who have alcohol problems.  I go because I am a senior at UW-Madison who is a non-drinker. Friends old and new ask all the time why I don’t drink.  “It’s just a personal choice,” “I never have,” “I have a bad family history,” I usually respond. I rarely ever tell people—even my closest friends—what the answer really comes down to.  I’m terrified alcohol would take my life away.

Racism in US remains prevalent due to complacency

Let’s role play. Imagine you’re going for a walk in your beloved neighborhood when you hear someone calling for your help from their house.