Lasting legacy of “Catcher in the Rye”
Hayden Taylor Contributing Writer I found J.D. Salinger’s “The Catcher in the Rye” while looking through my sister’s old high school book collection. “I heard there’s a prostitute in this,” I thought, “This should be good.” Little did I know, I would be forever changed by the book. As I read in class, I was […]
Letter to the Editor
Dear Editor, Millions of sexual assault survivors across the country had to relive trauma this week while watching Brett Kavanaugh vie for a seat on the highest court in the land. I am one of them — and I believe Christine Blasey Ford. Earlier this year, I experienced something similar to the testimony Ford gave […]
An ode to self care
Shaun Jackson Staff Columnist RLWR: Can’t Hold Us Down – Christina Aguilera How can we address living in a world that allows for men in high positions of power to get away with taking advantage of women? We address it as did Christine Blasey Ford and countless other women and femmes before her: by […]
Balancing sympathy with responsibility
Caitlin Barbieri Opinions Editor As a self-proclaimed “foodie town,” Richmond knows its cuisine — Richmonders love their restaurants and restaurant owners love Richmonders, but not all of them. Restaurant owners all over the city struggle with the dilemma of people experiencing homelessness coming into their businesses. Some just want water or need to use the […]
Bad series spinoffs insult audience, original product
Marlon Mckay Contributing writer Many TV networks and movie studios are renewing and reviving old television shows and movies. While plenty of these revivals are popular with new and old fans alike, some of these attempts are nothing more than studios and networks cashing in on nostalgia with little respect for the original work. Spider-Man […]
An ode to self care
Shaun Jackson Staff Columnist Recommended Listening While Reading: “20 Something” – SZA Is there some sort of indicator to know you’re doing the right “thing” in life? Like, is our generation expected just to sacrifice happiness for the sake of a good paycheck? First, take a deep breath. You might feel unfulfilled right now, but […]
Me and my flip phone
Caitlin Barbieri Opinions Editor Getting a smartphone is a life-changing event for many millennials. For me, that day never came. My primary tool of communication is an LG Extravert. Ever heard of it? No? Oh, that’s because it’s a flip phone. I walk around with my flip phone and a fifth-generation iPod Touch. Between those […]
Average size woman, plus size model
Margaretta Sackor Contributing Writer The standard for a plus-size model starts at a size 12. I wear a size 12, I weigh around 200 pounds, give or take a few, and I’m told I don’t look it. “You are not that fat.” “You sure you weigh 200 pounds?” “Nah, you are just filled in all […]
An Ode to Self Care
Shaun Jackson Staff Columnist Recommended Listening While Reading: “Give A Little” – Maggie Rogers What is a good way to break it off when he keeps calling after one awkward date? First, there’s no real ‘good’ way to break it off. Nine times out of 10 it’s probably going to be a tad uncomfortable. Second, […]
The Anonymous Patriot
Caitlin Barbieri Opinions Editor The anonymous op-ed published in The New York Times last week is an example of the press utilizing our freedom of speech for its intended purpose: empowerment. Media outlets across the country have debated the decision by the Times’ opinion desk to run the editorial anonymously. The publication has sparked a […]