Editorials

Editorial: Cooperation is the key to America's success

By Editorial Board | November 8

For the past year, we've been arguing about some of the dumbest issues to reach national attention since Kim Kardashian's sex tape.

(Courtesy of Bethany Whitehead, Health Promotion and Wellness Services)

Guest column: That's what she said

By Elizabeth Johnston | November 7

As we are continuing the tipping of our fiesta hats to the exciting 40th anniversary of Title IX, we must first understand the law and all it entails.

His view: Mitt Romney's policies too similar to George W. Bush's

By Benjamin A. Croomes / OPINIONS EDITOR | November 6

When I graduated high school in 2004, George W. Bush was beginning his second term as president and conservative Republican fervor was at an all time high.

Letter to the editor: Editor's column misinformed, worrisome

By Derek Lacey | November 5

I was truly saddened to read a column written by Robert E. Lee, editor-in-chief, that implied that Medicaid and Welfare have somehow created a "welfare state."

A losing season still has its perks to offer

By Bianca Seward / COPY EDITOR | November 3

Chin up, Auburn. It's not all that bad!

His view: The power of tomorrow: keeping it in perspective

By Robert E. Lee / Editor-In-Chief | November 2

Although our football team isn't living up to expectations, students have a responsibility to support their respective programs. However, the athletics staff is also responsible for putting a quality product on the field.

Editorial: Admit it, we have a problem

By Editorial Board | November 1

There comes a time when everyone has to question what they believe. For a lot of people, college is the perfect time to re-evaluate their belief structure. So with that in mind, we are going to take a painful look at our allegiance to our current football program.

Editorial: Talking point competition

By Editorial Board | October 25

The debates are over, but did they really accomplish anything?

Her view: The Bible Belt's well-defined buckle

By Jenny Steele / COPY EDITOR | October 21

The "Bible Belt." The phrase evokes so much for me here at Auburn: the First Baptist Church of Opelika; friends' Bible studies; Campus Crusade.

Editorial: A pink slip for Chizik?

By Editorial Board | October 18

Have you noticed our football team isn't doing so well?

Letter to the editor: Venezuela election reminder of how bad it could be

By Caleb Wolanek | October 14

Sometimes, we as a nation forget just how exceptional the United States is, especially in the midst of election season.

Editorial: The end of the line

By Editorial Board | October 11

We love to root for the underdog; to root for those who stand up against seemingly impossible odds. At The Plainsman, we have a special place in our hearts for anyone who fights for their right to be heard.

Letter to the editor: Plainsman misleading about West Longleaf

By Kristin Easterling | October 7

\0x1DThe article concerning the apartment complexes on West Longleaf Drive reeked of poor journalism and sensationalism.

Editorial: The presidential hustle

By Editorial Board | October 4

The presidential election is less than a month away, which means it's time for the candidates to get serious.

A protest in support of term limits for Congress took place outside the U.S. Capitol in March 2012. (Courtesy of Mark Wilson / Getty Images)

Her view: Congress members need term limits

By Sydney Callis / COMMUNITY REPORTER | October 3

The people who fill the elite office of the presidency are limited to two terms; two terms filled with enacting changes and working diligently to solve the world's problems; two terms and then they are supposed to return to their life before the presidency.