Writer: Micaela Warren
The D.O. Opinion section wants to share your voice
The Daily Orange Opinion sections is eager to continue amplifying the voices of the SU, ESF and Syracuse community members. Read More »
After low voter turnout, students need to recognize SA’s importance
Students should make the most of their college experience by becoming more involved with SU’s Student Association. Read More »
Biden made promises to refugees. He hasn't kept them.
Biden’s failure to fulfill campaign promises on border policies are unacceptable. Local lawmakers need to hold his administration accountable. Read More »
The discussion isn't guns vs. Tasers. It's about police resorting to violence.
The discussion of police officers using guns versus tasers is seriously misguided. Instead, police officers should stop using violence altogether. Read More »
We should ask these questions before fully implementing vaccine passports
The privacy of New York residents is threatened by a new “vaccine passport” that may be required to enter businesses and venues. Read More »
Standardized tests expose privilege, not intelligence
New York State standardized tests perpetuate systems of classism and racism, while placing pressure on a student’s mental health. It’s time for them to go. Read More »
These riots are an awakening for America
It’s time for President-elect Joe Biden to bring peace to a hate-filled country, largely devised by current President Donald Trump. Read More »
Delaying the semester was the right decision
The decision to delay the spring semester shows the SU administration’s care for the health and wellbeing of the greater Syracuse community. Read More »
SU students succeeded with on-campus learning despite early pause of classes
The SU community survived residential learning long past when many thought we would fail, and our successes now only create optimism for a similar Spring semester. Read More »
New York's COVID-19 vaccination plan has inherent flaws
Built on a foundation of good intentions, New York’s plan for vaccinating against COVID-19 has too many uncertainties. Read More »
Green Party deserves a spot on the debate stage
Political infighting has turned millions of Americans away from politics, elevating a legitimate third option can change that. Read More »
No clear winner after close vice presidential debate
Both Vice President Mike Pence and Sen. Kamala Harris traded blows, but neither could get a solid upper hand resulting in a near draw in the vice presidential debate. Read More »
Trump’s TikTok ban is another authoritarian action
The Trump administration has been trying to ban TikTok for weeks, but their quest to protect Americans’ private data is one based in limiting our freedoms. Read More »