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October 21, 2026 Vol 122

Category: Opinions

Social Security, What a Duesy!

Social Security, What a Duesy!

In the 1930s, the phrase “It’s a duesy” meant “exceptionally good”, “simply awesome”.  The phrase came from the automobile company…
Regarding Discourse on LGBTQ Issues

Regarding Discourse on LGBTQ Issues

Dear Editor, Recent public debate in the Star (and the world) regarding LGBTQ issues is provocative because of one reason:…
Response to “The Right to Die (With Dignity)”

Response to “The Right to Die (With Dignity)”

Rom. 12:15 says “Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep.” Our response in the face of pain…
“Let Them Eat Gluten Free Cake”

“Let Them Eat Gluten Free Cake”

Many students complain about eating food from Sodexo. Some complain about the taste, some complain about what it does to…
The Right to Die (With Dignity)

The Right to Die (With Dignity)

During Easter break, I spent a day holed up in my room at home indulging in one of my favorite…
Justified Anger

Justified Anger

Over Easter break, I stumbled across this meme.               The meme was bad, but…
Access to a Waiting List is Not Access to Healthcare

Access to a Waiting List is Not Access to Healthcare

In a 2005 ruling of the Canadian Supreme Court, Chief Justice Beverly McLachlin wrote the above title against existing bans…
Confinement is Not Conservation

Confinement is Not Conservation

When I was young, my dad took my sister and I to the circus. Acrobats, clowns, and animal trainers alike…
“Why is This so Damn Expensive?”

“Why is This so Damn Expensive?”

Momentarily awakened from my post-lunch reverie amidst the antiseptic odor of the general practitioner’s office, I sharply turned in the…
#Adventure: The Need to Restore Relationship with God

#Adventure: The Need to Restore Relationship with God

Social media is strewn with the catchphrase, #Adventure, which is meant to embody an outdoorsy and daring spirit. Yet, the…