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Writer: Lauren Spiezia

Proposed justice system changes may positively impact Syracuse

Moderate columnist Lauren Spiezia argues that justice system reforms proposed by presidential candidate Kamala Harris could increase equality in cities like Syracuse. Read More »

October 14, 2019 at 1:19 am

Expanding options on admissions application would empower SU to provide better resources to students

Moderate columnist Lauren Spiezia argues that expanding options on admissions application would empower SU to provide better resources to students. Read More »

October 10, 2019 at 2:40 am

Title X changes make Syracuse Planned Parenthood patients more vulnerable

Moderate columnist Lauren Spiezia argues that federal changes to Title X, a program that allocates funds for reproductive health care, could adversely affect lower-income communities. Read More »

September 9, 2019 at 11:28 pm

Fast React | Kirsten Gillibrand’s campaign focused more on finger-pointing than policy

Moderate columnist Lauren Spiezia says Kirsten Gillibrand doomed her campaign by focusing more on finger-pointing than on policy. Read More »

August 28, 2019 at 11:05 pm

Annual sexual assault prevention training would benefit students

While Syracuse offers a variety of training programs and resources related to sexual assault for its students and staff, yearly education could prove worthwhile. Read More »

August 26, 2019 at 12:23 am

Stay involved with SU after you graduate

Being an involved SU alum is beneficial for students and graduates. Read More »

May 7, 2019 at 11:25 am

Buttigieg could unite both sides of the aisle

2020 presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg’s campaign is a fight against polarization. Read More »

April 24, 2019 at 11:18 pm

Reporters have new race-related coverage guidelines

AP Stylebook race-related coverage updates will lead to more accurate reporting and encourage discussion in newsrooms Read More »

April 15, 2019 at 10:47 pm

Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s new initiative focuses on tools to alleviate poverty

Moderate columnist Lauren Spiezia discusses the Empire State Poverty Reduction Initiative in Buffalo. Read More »

March 31, 2019 at 11:57 pm

You Op To Know: Moderate columnist discusses New York senator’s reintroduction of Voter Empowerment Act

This week, Assistant Editorial Editor Michael Sessa and Moderate columnist Lauren Spiezia discuss New York Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand’s role in reintroducing the Voter Empowerment Act. Read More »

March 25, 2019 at 7:20 pm

America needs voting reform before next election

Moderate columnist Lauren Spiezia applauds New York Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D), who has led a group of legislators in reintroducing the Voter Empowerment Act. Read More »

March 19, 2019 at 11:51 pm

Background checks bill could reduce gun violence

A new gun control bill mandating background checks could reduce gun violence rates in the United States. Read More »

March 5, 2019 at 10:30 pm

Valentine’s Day is an over-commercialized holiday

Valentine’s Day is supposed to be a day to celebrate love, but it has increasingly become an over-commercialized holiday. Read More »

February 14, 2019 at 12:05 am

DPS should share all details of Ackerman assault

The assault was reported in the 800 block of Ackerman Avenue. Read More »

February 12, 2019 at 11:30 pm

Women’s March leaders’ comments do not represent organization as a whole

Moderate columnist Lauren Spiezia believes that the voices of a powerful few should not drown out thousands of activists determined to defend women’s rights. Read More »

February 3, 2019 at 7:52 pm

SA’s Good Samaritan Policy idea should be considered at SU

Moderate columnist Lauren Spiezia argues that Good Samaritan Policies can increase students’ trust in their university. Read More »

January 22, 2019 at 9:02 pm