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The Crimson White

Serving The University of Alabama since 1894.

The Crimson White

Serving The University of Alabama since 1894.

The Crimson White

The University should help better the state of Alabama

Will Gonzalez October 8, 2013

In 1913, former UA President G. H. Denny first referred to the University as the Capstone because of the University’s role as the high point of the state’s public education system. The nickname has...

Problematic Obamacare unfair to young people, married couples

Claire Chretien October 7, 2013

The following opinion column is part of a student discussion on the recent government shutdown.   Much has been made of the current government shutdown. The root of this problem isn’t lack of bipartisanship,...

Paid members of Congress the real nonessential workers

Rich Robinson October 7, 2013

The following opinion column is part of a student discussion on the recent government shutdown.   The federal government shutdown would be a joke if it weren’t so serious. The evening news is littered...

Americans used as pawns in Machiavellian government move

Kyle Jones October 7, 2013

The following opinion column is part of a student discussion on the recent government shutdown.   On Oct. 1, Congress failed to pass a spending plan for the 2013 fiscal year. As a result the federal...

The modern, extremist political scene will be a complete failure

Patrick Crowley October 6, 2013

In a depressing show of malfeasance, the Republican Party is holding the federal government at bay by refusing to compromise over their most hated legislation: Obamacare. This ultimatum thinking abound...

Students should patronize local businesses, fuel our economy

Marina Roberts October 6, 2013

A week ago, a beloved local business closed its doors and shut down operations for the foreseeable future. Chloe’s Cup was a cozy little place downtown that had the best sweet potato muffins I’ve ever...

‘Breaking Bad’ season finale a relief

Noah Cannon October 2, 2013

“Are you caught up on ‘Breaking Bad’?” It’s a question you either grew annoyed of answering or, like me, sick of asking. As I’m writing this, the last episode of “Breaking Bad” has aired....

‘Take advantage of free food,’ but don’t display disrespect

Maxton Thoman October 2, 2013

One of the worst parts of being a college student can sometimes be the buildup of dust and cobwebs that accumulates in your wallet and on your money clip. It’s a common place to be. After paying excessive...

Greek leaders should participate in efforts to see change

Nathan James October 2, 2013

On Tuesday, 90.7 The Capstone put together a panel to discuss the issue of race on campus. This panel included six professors, State Rep. Chris England and myself – but what’s more interesting is who...

Students must maintain voice for progress

John Speer October 1, 2013

I generally delude myself with the false belief that humans are capable of self-reflection and can extend that reflection into a greater understanding of our place in the world. However, as recent events...

Miley, current ‘artists’ lack substance

Erynn Williams October 1, 2013

I am already regretting to add in to the attention given to her, but folks, we need to talk about Miss Miley. As we’ve seen recently, Miley Cyrus has taken the media by storm. Her recent scandals of...

Shutdown begins due to refusals to compromise

Asher Elbein October 1, 2013

For those who don’t know, the government shut down Tuesday. You may not have noticed since it does seem to happen a lot these days – but this time it’s for real. According to The New York Times,...