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America cannot be great without universal health care

America cannot be great without universal health care

Michael Dawson March 8, 2018

When I was a kid, things like hospital bills, rent and mortgages were all vague and nebulous concepts to me. The most pressing matter to me was when the next Zelda game would be coming out. However, over...

Awards shows should stop honoring those accused of sexual assault

Awards shows should stop honoring those accused of sexual assault

Sara Beth Bolin March 7, 2018

This year’s Academy Awards were a stage for activists and actors to come together and give a voice to some of the biggest social problems in our world today.  Ashley Judd, Salma Hayek and Annabella...

OUR VIEW: With an unambitious platform and few specifics, Hogan leaves much to be desired

OUR VIEW: With an unambitious platform and few specifics, Hogan leaves much to be desired

CW Editorial Board March 5, 2018

The position of executive secretary seems to be almost an afterthought in the construction of the SGA Executive Council, existing solely to keep track of SGA hours and keep and publicize records of what...

OUR VIEW: Adams a capable candidate with good ideas, should improve details of plans

OUR VIEW: Adams a capable candidate with good ideas, should improve details of plans

CW Editorial Board March 5, 2018

Though UA’s campus can often feel like an insular bubble, we are part of a larger Tuscaloosa community that we need to remain connected to and communicate with. That is why the position of vice president...

OUR VIEW: Gaddis a committed candidate, needs specific plans and more creative fundraising

OUR VIEW: Gaddis a committed candidate, needs specific plans and more creative fundraising

CW Editorial Board March 5, 2018

The vice president of financial affairs is a difficult position for any person to fill, as they control very limited means to satiate the always-expanding wants of student organizations and the SGA. Clay...

OUR VIEW: Amber Scales for SGA President

OUR VIEW: Amber Scales for SGA President

CW Editorial Board March 5, 2018

In the wake of the scandal revolving around our former SGA president, Jared Hunter, and his subsequent stepping down, The University of Alabama student body deserves a president who can represent them...

Our View: We must revitalize student democracy at UA

Our View: We must revitalize student democracy at UA

March 5, 2018

At the climax of Douglas Adams’ inimitable science fiction satire “The Restaurant at the End of the Universe,” President of the Galaxy Zaphod Beeblebrox learns that he’s only a puppet ruler. He’s...

OUR VIEW: Martinson competent candidate with ambitious platform, lacks some specific plans

OUR VIEW: Martinson competent candidate with ambitious platform, lacks some specific plans

CW Editorial Board March 5, 2018

The position of vice president of student affairs within the SGA entails handling all issues related to students and improving their experience at the University. Any candidate who wishes to successfully...

OUR VIEW: D’Entremont remains the most qualified candidate for any position within the SGA

OUR VIEW: D’Entremont remains the most qualified candidate for any position within the SGA

CW Editorial Board March 5, 2018

Last year, when Ross D’Entremont ran for vice president of academic affairs for the first time, the Editorial Board of the Crimson White described D’Entremont as, “more prepared to take office than...

OUR VIEW: Forrest will fulfill requirements, but platform lacks scope, originality and specifics

OUR VIEW: Forrest will fulfill requirements, but platform lacks scope, originality and specifics

CW Editorial Board March 5, 2018

Though they do have the responsibility of overseeing the First Year Council, the role of executive vice president within the SGA often seems like nothing more than a title for title’s sake. Lauren Forrest,...

Liberals and conservatives must find common ground on gun control

Liberals and conservatives must find common ground on gun control

Cassie Kuhn March 2, 2018

Instances of American gun violence follow a tragic and predictable cycle. A mass shooting takes place, there is public outcry and venomous debate over about what should or should not be done, the shock...

Black Panther offers important representation for people of color

Black Panther offers important representation for people of color

Michael Dawson March 2, 2018

There isn’t a lot of representation out there for people of color. Everything, from television, movies, books, video games, magazines, pop culture, etc., is dominated mainly by white people, and it has...