Share: With the 2024 election coming to end, the controversy that faced this already unconventional election has become exacerbated by the reelection of Donald Trump, an individual followed by accusations of criminal and sexual misconduct along with backwards and abhorrent policies regarding immigration, healthcare, and the economy. While the fitness of Trump’s ability to successfully run the country is incredibly debatable and his policies have repeatedly targeted minorities and the marginalized groups the democrats repeatedly claim to fight for. However, the success of Trump can …
Trump’s Second Act
Share: Three weeks have passed since Americans reelected a man who cannot legally own a gun, yet will once again assume the role of commander-in-chief of the United States Armed Forces. For many, Donald Trump’s improbable political comeback has been a moment of reckoning—particularly in liberal strongholds like Los Angeles, where his victory blindsided many who underestimated the durability of his populist appeal. Beyond the shock of the election, however, it is Trump’s Cabinet picks that are stoking the most anxiety and astonishment. The irony …
The Kardashians can’t even keep up with the harmful beauty standards celebrities are creating
Share: While plastic surgery has become a tool of empowerment for many people, dishonesty with celebrities in disclosing their procedures contributes to beauty standards becoming unrealistic, which is especially dangerous for impressionable, young fans. The constant presence of celebrities on billboards, in ads, in entertainment, and more, gives them the power to influence the public. Celebrities are used to set the beauty standards that affect the rest of society, making their transparency on cosmetic surgery vital. A lack thereof creates a false perception of them …
Musk, and Trump, and Putin, Oh My!
Share: In recent months, Allegations of Musk’s communication with Russian President Vladimir Putin, coupled with his close ties to Trump, present a troubling intersection of technology, geopolitics, and personal ambition. This trio raises critical questions about U.S. national security, democracy, and the unchecked power of oligarchic billionaires. At the heart of the concerns are reports suggesting Musk has maintained direct contact with Putin since the onset of the Russia-Ukraine war. While these reports remain unverified, their implications are stark. Musk’s SpaceX operates Starlink, a satellite …
Keep fascism out of sports
Share: Colin Kaepernick’s blackballing by the NFL becomes an even bigger issue when players like Nick Bosa and Harrison Butker are freely allowed to display utter ignorance and bigotry. As a fan of the 49ers and as a Mexican-American, the decision of Nick Bosa to wear a ‘Make America Great Again’ hat on a postgame interview following the 49ers victory in week 8 is just preposterous. This isn’t the NFL’s first run with political discourse entering national news. Colin Kaepernick’s decision to kneel during the …
Only insane incels believe Megan Thee Stallion should be shot over sex
Share: The issue of violence against women, both physical and sexual, has been a key talking point in many modern and political social spheres. Society has made great strides in regards to creating safe spaces for female victims of violence to be candid about their experiences. The violent assault against one of the most influential modern rappers Megan Thee Stallion and the further backlash she received for not disclosing her past relations with her assaulter highlight how many in society still go above and beyond …
Changing careers might mean becoming a student again—and that’s OK
Share: This article was written by Courier Editor-in-Chief Laura Dux and originally published in EdSource. When I decided to enroll in community college, my goal wasn’t to get a degree — I wanted a new job. I have my bachelor’s degree in acting and was a professional actor until the pandemic. At 25, I was happy with my life as an actor. My calendar was even booked out for the entire year, performing in theaters across the state of Washington. A week before I was …
Republican promises to protect victims of rape are mired in blatant hypocrisy
Share: Grappling with the outcome of one of its most controversial and divisive elections, America’s TV screens are flooded with a myriad of controversial campaign ads advocating for one candidate or another. Much of this recent backlash has been attributed to a series of ads run by candidate Juan Ciscomani, a republican politician running for the seat of Arizona’s 6th congressional district. In late September, Ciscomani published a series of political ads in which he clarified his stance on issues such as abortion and contraceptive …
Dodger ‘fan’ riots were a swing in the wrong direction
Share: After an amazing win by the Dodgers, some of their supposed fans took to the streets in an appalling showcase of poor sportsmanship by looting, rioting, and vandalizing LA. Since then there has been finger pointing with Dodger fans getting the blame. It should be apparent, however, those who took to the streets were simply people who were searching for any excuse to do whatever they want. It was difficult to believe that such a thing would happen when first seeing news coverage. Police …
Stop trying to cancel Tyler, The Creator
Share: It seems that almost every two years, a new group of people discover Tyler, The Creator’s older music and flip a table about the subject matter he included in his art from the embryonic stage of his discography. While it is absolutely no secret that his past lyrics have been comically offensive and problematic, it seems that no matter how hard people try to cancel him over it, the campaign to denounce Tyler Okonma never gains any momentum. Tyler’s tremendous influence and growth into …