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A sign depicting the words “deny, defend, depose,” referring to the slogan many healthcare insurance critics use in protest. This phrase mirrors the common healthcare tactic known as “delay, deny, defend,” where providers will deny claims in hopes for increased profit margins.
EDITORIAL: Viva la Revolution
Southwest Shadow, Editorial Board • January 10, 2025
With the current state of the healthcare system, are we truly surprised? In the words of Mangione, “frankly, these parasites simply had it coming.”
Trump gave a victory speech in his home state of Florida ahead of his win, echoing themes of unity that had been absent from his campaign. 
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EDITORIAL: Four More Years of Donald Trump
Southwest Shadow, Editorial Board • November 6, 2024
The ramifications of another Trump term are disastrous and could threaten democracy.
Trump lacks the appropriate ideologies to properly educate students.
EDITORIAL: Trump Politics Promote Ignorance in the Classroom
Southwest Shadow, Editorial Board • October 14, 2024
Conspiracy theories and party indoctrination being pushed by the right is now making its way into the minds of students.
By lobbying Congress and supporting political campaigns that favor empowering corporate entities, companies have become almost immune to regulation.

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Corporations have Captured the Government
Philipos Alebachew, Editor in Chief • December 17, 2024
The amount of money circulating in politics is at an all time high, creating an environment where the rights of companies are being placed above the rights of people.
No Phones in The Classroom
Brooke Weyandt, Staff Writer • January 9, 2025
School districts have started to ban the use of cell phones in the classroom. Although sometimes used for inefficient reasons, they can also be utilized for digital notes, and other assignments.
Stranded In The Red Sea
Stranded In The Red Sea
Venice Jingco, A&E Editor • December 3, 2024
Against the sea of red, Clark and Washoe County stood in favor of Harris during the 2024 Election.
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I cannot believe I have been oblivious to the fraudulent claims of climate change made by the Democratic party.
SATIRE: Climate Change is Not Real
Zelina Panissidi, Social Media Editor • November 21, 2024
Kamala Harris waterbent hurricanes in red states in an attempt to take out Republican voters, and she failed!
Trump gave a victory speech in his home state of Florida ahead of his win, echoing themes of unity that had been absent from his campaign. 
Photo Credit: Raw Pixel
EDITORIAL: Four More Years of Donald Trump
Southwest Shadow, Editorial Board • November 6, 2024
The ramifications of another Trump term are disastrous and could threaten democracy.
 Education is a privilege that students always grumble about. Instead of focusing solely on the negative aspects, it is better to realize how lucky students are to have an education.
Appreciate the Privilege of Education
Natalia Klonowski, Staff Writer • November 4, 2024
In a country where education is often taken for granted, it’s easy to forget how lucky I am to have it.
Easy for a gagillionaire
Easy for a gagillionaire
Brooke Weyandt, Staff Writer • November 1, 2024
Trump spent an afternoon working at a local McDonald's.
Donald Trump confuses Gen Z with his attempts to connect with them on social media.
The Ultimate Boomer: Trump’s Uncomfortable Disconnect from Gen Z
Zelina Panissidi, Social Media Editor • November 1, 2024
Former President Trump aims to reach out for support via social media in an attempt to win over Gen Z voters.
Diversity programs, which are meant to level the playing field, are now being accused of causing under qualified people to be chosen for roles just because they aren’t white.
Am I a ‘DEI Hire’?
Philipos Alebachew, Editor in Chief • October 30, 2024
Diversity programs, which are meant to level the playing field, are now being accused of causing under qualified people to be chosen for roles just because they aren’t white.
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