Archive for the ‘Opinion’ Category
Photos lead to trouble for troops
Tuesday, May 1st, 2012
Over time, traumatic events can dehumanize individuals. For example, war can have adverse affects on soldiers. So when the LA Times recently published photos of U.S. Army troops posing with [...]
From the desk
Tuesday, May 1st, 2012
Ashley Bollinger “All lovely things will have an ending, all lovely things will fade and die; and youth, that’s now so bravely spending, will beg a penny by and by,” [...]
Immigration bill heats up
Tuesday, May 1st, 2012
Proponents of the Arizona Immigration Bill known as SB 1070 got a lift this past Wednesday as the bill made its way through the Supreme Court. The bill, which has [...]
Bring home the bacon
Tuesday, May 1st, 2012
Vegetarians, I suggest you stop reading. Don’t read another sentence. Health nuts, this applies to you too, because bacon is on the menu today. The delicious and crunchy treat seems to have taken over America’s taste buds as it moves into almost every culinary sect. Bacon popcorn sits on [...]
Champion staff: Last goodbyes
Tuesday, May 1st, 2012
Besty Abraham Journalism is all about people. When writing about anything, be it a pedestrian bridge opening, a football team winning their conference title or an event like Coffeehouse, reporters [...]
Commencement commentary
Tuesday, April 24th, 2012
Editor’s Note: Unlike most universities, Liberty has two commencement speakers each year, one at the baccalaureate and one at the final ceremony on Saturday. Most universities no longer have a [...]
From the desk
Tuesday, April 24th, 2012
This is my last solo “from the desk.” Time has flown by. It seems like just yesterday I was writing about my little SUV maneuvering through campus to find a [...]
America’s oil turmoil
Tuesday, April 24th, 2012
From wood to coal and coal to gas and gas to electric, supply and demand has always been an issue ever since civilizations around the world first began to flourish. [...]
Examining election economics
Tuesday, April 24th, 2012
With Santorum out of the running, the Romney money machine all but clinches GOP primary spot Rick Santorum never really stood a chance. Approximately two weeks ago by the time [...]
Strange case raises odd question: What is a woman?
Tuesday, April 24th, 2012
Transgender Miss Universe pageant contestant sparks controversy about the definition of womanhood In a much-publicized move, the Miss Universe beauty pageant has tweaked its policies to allow transgender women to [...]
Finally, UN negotiates ceasefire in Syria
Tuesday, April 17th, 2012
Secretary-General coerces Syrian government into agreeing to a ceasefire with militant citizens Imagine fighting for survival every day for more than a year in your own country. Imagine being unable [...]
From the desk
Tuesday, April 17th, 2012
As I wove my little SUV into a parking spot a good hike away from my office, I instantly regretted the decision to wear heels. Yet, as I made the [...]
Judge orders removal of prayer
Tuesday, April 17th, 2012
Complaints by student force Rhode Island high school to tear a banner from auditorium’s wall Cranston, R.I. has been ignited by a twister of emotions, courtesy of the persistent work [...]
Local budget analysis
Tuesday, April 17th, 2012
Local residents are in an uproar over proposed tax increases, specifically a $.10 increase in the real estate tax, which already runs at $1.05 per $100 of assessed property values. [...]
World Malaria Day
Tuesday, April 17th, 2012
Special day planned to spread awareness and bring an end to this world-wide crisis The sixth annual World Malaria Day, a day initiated by the World Health Organization (WHO) to [...]
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Editorial: A Trip to the Track
This past weekend, my roommate and I participated in an internship opportunity at Martinsville Speedway in Ridgeway, Va. for the Goody’s 500 Spring Cup race. Our assignment was to help [...]
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Editorial: Sanford, Miami connection
Wade, James, Bosh and the rest of the Miami Heat voice their opinion on a high profile case The story of Trayvon Martin is on America’s mind. What we know [...]
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Sports Talk: Ministry happens outside the classroom
Here’s the picture— 13-year-old Carlos and his buddies are down 13 points at halftime of their Saturday-league basketball game, organized by Lynchburg Parks and Recreation. Coaches Chris and Kelsey Mabes [...]
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