Serving The University of Alabama since 1894.

The Crimson White


Serving The University of Alabama since 1894.

The Crimson White
Serving The University of Alabama since 1894.

The Crimson White
Opposing Views: Campus Concealed Carry

Opposing Views: Campus Concealed Carry

Leigh Terry • February 4, 2016

In response to the accelerating rate of mass shootings, particularly on college campuses, State Representative Mack Butler (R-Rainbow City) has proposed a state constitutional amendment that would prohibit...

In defense of self-defense: why campus carry is a good idea

Jordan LaPorta • February 4, 2016

My experience in the media has exposed me to far too many tragedies resulting from high-profile shootings. Of the disturbing images, perhaps the most harrowing came from the attack on a military recruitment...

UA students need funding, not firearms

UA students need funding, not firearms

Hunter Richey • February 4, 2016

Over the past several years, the topic of gun control has been hotly contested in the political arena. Perhaps because of Alabama’s deeply conservative nature, the topic of guns has made an appearance...

Shootings, gun regulations draw controversy

Shootings, gun regulations draw controversy

Nick Privitera • September 28, 2015

An eye peers down the metal sights. Lungs expand and deflate. A twitch of a finger starts a chain reaction as the trigger is pulled. In an instant, the firing pin strikes the primer of a bullet or shell,...

Research finds correlation between mass shootings and gun control laws

Kyarra Harris • August 31, 2015

After the recent shootings in Virginia, the topic of gun control has come up once again. Many people argue whether or not there is a correlation between mass shootings and a country’s gun control. Dr....

Violence does not need to dictate our society and university campus

Nathan James • October 1, 2014

Almost two years ago, I was voting when an active shooter situation trapped me in the Student Recreation Center. I didn’t know if it was a coincidence that this was happening on Election Day, or if...

New York debates over guns, drinks parallel each other

Hannah Waid • March 12, 2013

Legal activity in New York has been at an all time high recently, ranging from gun control policies to sugary drink policies. In essence, both of these legal debates concern the safety of New York citizens,...