Opinion: Vaping, electronic consumerism fuel injustice overseas
It’s time to stop finding comfort in products that perpetuate injustice and start building a future where wellness and freedom are shared and sustainable. Read more »
Writer archives: Valeria Martinez
Opinion: Israel's political dominance overpowers, dehumanizes Palestinians
The manipulation of language within the media objectifies violence, as if it happens by itself, and serves to justify the murders of Palestinians. Read more »
Opinion: SU needs to invest more in La Casita, a hub of cultural importance
SU must do its part as well — by fully committing to the long-term support of La Casita and demonstrating that diversity isn’t just a marketing slogan, it’s a lived value Read more »
Opinion: Targeted military recruitment impacts Latine voter decisions
We must understand the deep-rooted impact of early military recruitment, particularly in marginalized communities and how this ties into voting behaviors. Read more »
How boycotting drives liberation
We must recognize our privilege and leverage it to dismantle systems of oppression. Boycotting is not just a tactic, it's a moral imperative. Read more »
SU students have the power, responsibility to advocate for women of color in politics
It’s vital that we acknowledge our privileged status as students of a private institution. It is through highlighting change-driven voices that we make an impact in students' biases that go beyond a culturally-enriching event. Rather, we believe that student organizations are the catalysts needed to ignite systematic change as we have collective power in shifting the narrative through the resources that are at our disposal. Read more »
As a Latine voice at The D.O., BIPOCs in the media are too rare
My story guides my desire to mobilize social justice, and my diverse experiences create a wealth of knowledge that drives change; it's essential that we leverage our stories and experiences to confront and dismantle the neocolonialist values entrenched in our Western mindset and systems. Read more »
