It is no secret that Gen Z values their freedom. Though liberty has always been an American trademark, the independence that Gen Z has zealously pursued is not one that our ancestors would recognize. Freedom was long cherished as a road to building a legacy, providing for a family, contributing to strong communities, and climbing up the economic ladder. In other words, independence was not a thing to be hoarded, but shared in pursuit of things greater than the self. Goals of marrying young, having children, and family loyalty have been swapped for complete self priority. Marriage is an obstacle…

“Politics” has become an umbrella term. What is meant by the “political” could range from moral convictions, pragmatic concerns, educational values, or religious beliefs. Perhaps the reason for partisan stand-offs is the use of politics as a stand-in for the existential—a distraction from questions we would rather not ask. Recent pro-life efforts have revived the abortion debate, advocating for policies that would criminalize the actions of the doctor performing the abortion and the woman receiving it. A series of less publicized choices have been brought to light, showing that what is characterized as a bitter political battle actually has very…

The San Francisco Giants are the eye of a firestorm circling a recent Pride Night event. On June 12, specialized rainbow baseball caps were issued to players in conjunction with Pride Month festivities. Upset arose as viewers saw that Genesis 9:12-19, a biblical passage, had been added to the caps of several players. The reference reveres the rainbow as a symbol of God’s covenant with all living creatures, serving as a stark objection to modern day ‘ownership’ of the image as an affirmation of individuality. Unsurprisingly, the LGBTQ+ community took the dissent as a personal attack, expressing feelings of disappointment…

Hollywood has been past its prime for years. Though it has often excused its poor performance by blaming declining theater attendance and shrinking attention spans, a recent indie film has shed light on the industry’s real misstep. Curry Barker’s less-than-a-million-dollar production is more than a future horror-flick classic. While corporate entertainment may be shocked by the overwhelming success of an indie feature, it really isn’t all that surprising. Why? Because modern-day Hollywood has lacked a necessary feature of art that this low-budget anomaly does not: something substantial to say. Rather than placating DEI standards and “woke” checkmarks, Obsession packages uncensored…

“AI Everywhere.” Not only is this a declaration that the average American resonates with, it is an aptly named strategy rolled out by San Jose University– and only one of many across California state universities. For better or worse, AI technology has already seeped into American institutions, and is making changes from the inside out. Under the leadership of Governor Gavin Newsom, the state of California has pushed AI integration into the scholastic world, signing million dollar deals with platforms including Google and Microsoft, ensuring student and faculty access to chatbots. An article in The New York Times investigated both…

It’s been a quarter of a century since Los Angeles had a Republican mayor, Richard Riordan, who left office following his second term in 2001. Though a Republican victory over the incumbent, Karen Bass, remains remote, Spencer Pratt’s campaign has shown Democrats that their grip may be slipping, even on the bluest of cities. Why is Pratt’s campaign proving so effective? The same question was asked about Trump’s unexpected win in the 2024 presidential election, and in both cases, the explanation may be similar. Spencer Pratt has positioned himself as a relatable candidate—Republican, yes, but bipartisan in principle—especially to young…

Being a “fixer” is a catch-22. Work marked by altruism and advocacy seems admirable and often has a benign beginning. The problem with profiting off recompense is that the relevance of the fixer depends upon the prevalence of the injustice. As the inner workings of the SPLC (Southern Poverty Law Center) came to light in April 2026, we are reminded that reform and corruption can be two sides of the same coin. The year 2020 is shrouded in infamy, and for good reason, as the world seemed to collectively burst with rage. Burdened with isolation, the online space became an…