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The Tea: Stop comparing Trump to other impeached presidents

The Tea: Stop comparing Trump to other impeached presidents

Tommy Mozier, Senior Reporter October 2, 2019

Now that President Donald Trump is about to join the exclusive fraternity of impeached presidents, historical comparisons to his predecessors are coming. But, comparing Trump to the likes of Presidents...

My Last Word: Volleyball's new season starts now

My Last Word: Volleyball’s new season starts now

Brooks Maynard, Reporter October 2, 2019

The App State volleyball team had a rocky start to the season, posting a 4-9 record in its first 13 matches. It’s seen some tough competition, such as Duke, Maryland and nationally ranked Arizona. During...

OPINION: Trump should be getting worried

OPINION: Trump should be getting worried

Ricky Barker, Columnist October 1, 2019

It was an eventful couple of weeks for President Donald Trump to say the least. A rumor of wrongdoing has evolved into the greatest threat of his presidency, potentially leading to the end of his tenure...

OPINION: The most important position in soccer is between the sticks

OPINION: The most important position in soccer is between the sticks

Caleb Garbuio, Columnist September 27, 2019

Soccer is a team sport in which many individuals impact the game. Yet, championship caliber teams often come up short without a world-class shot stopper in goal. As soccer games progresses tactically...

OPINION: Purdue Pharma must be held accountable

OPINION: Purdue Pharma must be held accountable

Keith Rudd September 26, 2019

In 2010, after the BP oil spill that released 4 million barrels of oil into the Gulf of Mexico, the company hired a public relations firm named Purple Strategies to help contain the fallout. For months,...

The Tea: Bring Back House Bill 69

The Tea: Bring Back House Bill 69

Tommy Mozier, Senior Reporter September 25, 2019

Each week, it seems I’m writing about something rotten within our state legislature or misuse of power by the ruling party. However, this week’s episode of rotten governance by the North Carolina General...

OPINION: America needs Beto O'Rouke's fire on gun control

OPINION: America needs Beto O’Rouke’s fire on gun control

Ricky Barker, Columnist September 24, 2019

During  ABC News Democratic debate, Former Texas Representative Beto O’Rourke expressed a sentiment that was divisive and controversial. On Sept 12., the third Democratic presidential debate was...

My Last Word: 9/20/19

My Last Word: 9/20/19

Brooks Maynard, Reporter September 20, 2019

In my first column of the semester, I talked about rooting for other teams on campus besides the football team and mentioned some programs I thought were poised for success. One of those teams was volleyball....

OPINION: Rosalia: A case study in cultural appropriation

OPINION: Rosalia: A case study in cultural appropriation

Amy Waas September 20, 2019

One of the most popular Hispanic artists in the world won two of this year’s Latin Grammy’s, but instead of congratulations, she’s faced with major controversy. Rosalia’s 2018 album “Malamente”...

OPINION: Taylor Swift is bringing back the joy of CDs

OPINION: Taylor Swift is bringing back the joy of CDs

Keith Rudd September 19, 2019

Earlier this month, Taylor Swift released her seventh album, tacking a sixth No. 1 album to her resume and cementing herself as not only one of this generation's most prominent popstars, but also one of...

OPINION: Bernie Sanders and Donald Trump are more similar than they appear

OPINION: Bernie Sanders and Donald Trump are more similar than they appear

Caleb Garbuio, Columnist September 18, 2019

He attracts thousands to his rallies, inspires a cult-like following and constantly attacks the media. No, this is not Donald Trump, but Sen. Bernie Sanders. Since taking the Democratic Party by storm...

OPINION: The Taliban is sabotaging its own peace deal

OPINION: The Taliban is sabotaging its own peace deal

Ricky Barker, Columnist September 18, 2019

Peace talks or negotiations with the Taliban won’t be effective until they are willing to decrease aggression and violent actions.  President Trump canceling the talks at Camp David was the right idea;...

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