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OPINION: Welcome to the 2020s. Veganism is in.

By Tom Sweeney · Thursday, Jan. 9,2020 6:59 p.m.

In the new decade, veganism will only grow in popularity.

OPINION: J.J. Abrams navigated “The Rise of Skywalker” too far from tradition

By Joy Burton · Thursday, Jan. 9,2020 6:16 p.m.

I’m a faithful “Star Wars” fan. This time, I wasn’t convinced.

OPINION: After years of conflict, Iraq cannot afford another war

By Kyle Linder · Thursday, Jan. 9,2020 6:15 p.m.

Tensions between the United States and Iran endanger Iraqi civilians.

OPINION: What are little women supposed to do when they’re all grown up?

By Abby Malala · Thursday, Jan. 9,2020 5:58 p.m.

“Little Women” poses a 150-year-old question that is yet to be answered.

Prime Minister Boris Johnson makes a statement in Downing Street after receiving permission to form the next government during an audience with Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham Palace on Dec. 13 in London, England.

OPINION: Centrist Democrats are drawing the wrong conclusions from the UK

By Kyle Linder · Sunday, Dec. 15,2019 5:59 p.m.

Labour’s defeat does not prove Democrats need a moderate to win in 2020.

The sun shines over the U.S. Capitol Building on Nov. 1 in Washington, D.C.

OPINION: How I found my path, and how to find yours

By Max Sandefer · Sunday, Dec. 15,2019 5:55 p.m.

An internship has lead me to a moment of self-reflection.

OPINION: My war on Christmas music

By Kevin Chrisco · Sunday, Dec. 15,2019 5:07 p.m.

The good, the bad and the weird.

Presidential candidate and former New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg speaks at a campaign event held at Trail Coffee Roasters in downtown Stockton. Stockton Mayor Michael Tubbs formally endorsed Bloomberg at the event.

OPINION: Bloomberg's presidential campaign is proof that money buys influence in U.S. politics

By Jonah Hyatt · Sunday, Dec. 15,2019 4:23 p.m.

Billionaires like Michael Bloomberg spend millions attempting to buy legitimacy in democratic politics.

OPINION: The world is headed for climate crisis and nuclear destruction

By Bryce Greene · Wednesday, Dec. 11,2019 6:16 p.m.

Citizens must demand action against climate change and nuclear catastrophe.

Director Greta Gerwig attends the "Little Women" World Premiere at Museum of Modern Art on Dec. 7 in New York City.

OPINION: Awards shows do not represent women in film

By Emma Getz · Wednesday, Dec. 11,2019 5:34 p.m.

Films created by women are worth more than their award nominations.

OPINION: I will destroy Apple Music

By Kevin Chrisco · Sunday, Dec. 8,2019 5:27 p.m.

Spotify Wrapped makes me hate Apple Music.

Meghan Markle, left, and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, attend the first Royal Foundation Forum on Feb. 28, 2018, in London.

OPINION: The British royals are not your friends

By Emma Getz · Sunday, Dec. 8,2019 3:14 p.m.

The media tries to make the royal family seem cool and fun.

A sign that reads "vote here" is seen outside a polling place in Miami-Dade County in Florida.

OPINION: The U.S. Needs a National Direct Ballot Initiatives Law

By Jonah Hyatt · Thursday, Dec. 5,2019 7:39 p.m.

Americans should vote on the top political issues to fight voting corruption.

OPINION: Don’t be fooled, a public option is no single payer

By Jonah Hyatt · Thursday, Dec. 5,2019 7:39 p.m.

A public health care option is costly and would not achieve universal coverage.

Nearly one week after Hurricane Maria devastated the island of Puerto Rico, residents were still trying to get the basics of food, water, gas and money from banks. More than two years later, the island's infrastructure is at a breaking point.

OPINION: Empire no longer: the United States’ territories need full rights

By Kyle Linder · Tuesday, Dec. 3,2019 4:18 p.m.

The U.S. must relinquish its overseas territories or grant them statehood.

Singer Taylor Swift performs onstage Nov. 24 during the 2019 American Music Awards at Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles.

OPINION: Here’s why you should care about Taylor Swift’s fight for musical liberation

By Hannah Dailey · Tuesday, Dec. 3,2019 4:07 p.m.

The singer’s fight for ownership is an artistic, political and feminist issue.

Eugene V. Debs is the socialist icon we need in 2020

By Emma Getz , Ian Nowlin , James Bassett and Tom Sweeney · Sunday, Dec. 1,2019 8:42 p.m.

Who should newfound socialists look to as a model in 2020? IDS columnists suggest a Hoosier.

OPINION: Nobody likes you when you’re 21

By Kevin Chrisco · Sunday, Dec. 1,2019 4:45 p.m.

Songs for never growing up.

OPINION: Pay Tipped Workers a Living Wage

By Jonah Hyatt · Sunday, Dec. 1,2019 1:42 p.m.

Relying on customers to pay workers’ wages allows businesses to exploit their workers.

Taylor Swift performs June 1 at the Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, California.

OPINION: Taylor Swift can take down private equity firms

By Emma Getz · Tuesday, Nov. 19,2019 7:20 p.m.

Swift's dilemma sheds light on a bigger issue with private acquisitions.

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