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Stop using deaths and tragedies for political gain

By Editorial Board | March 29

The media coverage of the Trayvon Martin shooting has been nothing short of a circus.

Chalk drawings OK on Concourse, not buildings

By Editorial Board | March 8

The Concourse has evolved. It's become more than a concrete walkway--it's a giant chalkboard.

Scrap the randomly enforced traffic rule

By Alison McFerrin / COMMUNITY BEAT REPORTER | March 8

My fiance and I were discussing our plans for Friday, and at one point he suggested I could pick him up from campus.

ESPN editor's termination worse than his offense

By Editorial Board | February 23

ESPN editor Anthony Federico shouldn't have been fired, and anchor Max Bretos shouldn't have been suspended.

SGA elections revealing for organization, Auburn

By Editorial Board | February 16

There is a reason 68 percent of Auburn students didn't turn out to vote this week: they don't care about the next president or vice president or any other position. They don't care because they feel SGA--the process, the elections, the people--doesn't affect them.

Black History Month time to remember American values

By Jacob Dean | February 9

As most of us know, February is Black History Month.

Mixed messages on Arab Spring a glaring example of bad leadership

By Nik Markopoulos / COPY EDITOR | February 9

In late January, Islamist parties secured nearly three-fourths of the still-forming Egyptian government's Parliament.

Contraception issue proves divisive

By Editorial Board | February 9

First Amendment protects Catholic institutions against government mandates

Contraception issue proves divisive

By Editorial Board | February 9

Catholic institutions not free to project faith on employees

Newest addition to Magnolia ridiculous

By Nick Bowman / OPINIONS EDITOR | February 9

If you're ever on Magnolia Avenue, you're now aware that you should "WATCH FOR PEDESTRIANS."

Medical marijuana a first step toward legalization

By Editorial Board | February 2

Rep. K. L. Brown, of Calhoun County, has filed legislation into the Alabama House of Representatives that would make medical marijuana legal.

SOPA teaches valuable lessons about politicians

By Editorial Board | January 26

We're happy to see SOPA and PIPA have been shelved.

America staying true to its legacy with 'Red Tails' film

By Editorial Board | January 19

Why do we put so much emphasis on diversity?

Paper made mistake with nude photo publication

By Editorial Board | January 12

What if The Plainsman published uncensored photos of a streaker?

Thicken your skin, America

By Editorial Board | December 1

Does being greeted by a cheery "Merry Christmas!" offend you? If it does, you need to change your perspective.

Our view: Joe Paterno morally guilty for not notifying the police

By Editorial Board | November 17

We believe Joe Paterno deserved to be fired. He's said he should have done more, and he's right. He should have done more than just go to the athletic director.

Tyler, The Creator, OFWGKTA the taboo-shattering future of hip-hop

By Brandon Miller / ASSISTANT SPORTS EDITOR | October 10

Imagine the craziest, loudest, most obnoxious, belligerent group of teenagers you can.

Escape the stress of college with rustic country fun at the county fair

By Alison McFerrin / NEWS EDITOR | October 10

As midterms loom and my supply of coffee runs dangerously low, it seems like perfect timing for the Lee County Fair to roll back into town.