Two years down the road, the Women’s/Womxn’s March is dwindling in impact. In Portland, this year’s Women’s March was markedly different from previous installments. Most noticeably, it has a new…
There is no right way to be gay
The LGBTQ+ is a marginalized community that in times of animosity cannot turn against itself. Self-identity and labels are not up for debate. Queer people must be careful to not…
Fate of the Foreskin
Even though it’s been a longstanding practice in the United States and around the world, male circumcision is not as harmless as it seems. Circumcision is common practice in the…
Playing in pain
Pain management in sports is a growing problem that exists in college and will continue into the professional arena. The issue of pain management among professional athletes and former pros…
Don’t Touch My Hair
Black women do not serve to cater to your curiosity. Instead of violating someone’s personal space by touching their hair, maybe find absolutely anything else to do. Time and time…
The Weather is changing and so is your mood: what’s going on?
You’re experiencing an overwhelming sadness that is unique in its ability to deplete your energy and fluctuate your mood. These intense feelings happen with the changing weather, and unfortunately, for…
Portland, you are racist
Portland is a racist city and white liberals need to acknowledge its history. Despite public perception of the city as über-liberal and accepting, these conceptions do little to protect people…
Rap Rules Everything Around Me
Rap music has influenced pop music more than the Beatles. One of the greatest impacts on pop music is rap music and the culture that follows. The sound that was…
Meddling Medication
Despite the supposed benefits of medication, antidepressants cause serious sexual side effects that have made them frustrating to use, and big pharma companies need to address this. One of the…
Bloody Obsessed
If you ever find yourself looking on the Wikipedia page of American serial killers, you are not alone. That morbid feeling of captivation mingled with disgust is familiar to us…
STD Etiquette
Consensual sex, even when it is protected, may still have consequences. Whether it’s an unexpected pregnancy or the transmission of diseases or viruses, these repercussions do not have to blindside…