The Oswegonian

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Dec. 4, 2024

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Andrew Pugliese

Opinion

Kim Davis strikes again

Kim Davis just won’t go away. Now she is dragging the Pope along with her. Davis, the well known antagonist in the campaign of anti-marriage licenses for same-sex couples in Kentucky, has now infiltrated Pope Francis’ kindness as part of…

Opinion

‘Let Girls Learn’ initiative soars

This year, first lady Michelle Obama has set out on a mission to get education to young girls around the world. Her “Let Girls Learn” initiative is starting to reach millions around the world. She has begun talks and social…

In the Office Opinion

Pet policy proves difficult for animal lovers

I’ve lived my entire life with animals, as I’m sure plenty of people on campus have. I’ve had dogs, cats, hamsters and sugar gliders all throughout my life. I had grown up with an animal’s unconditional love until I left…

Opinion Staff Editorial

Counseling needs on rise

Since 1990, the first week in October has been designated Mental Health Awareness Week by the United States Congress. In the wake of the Oct. 1 mass shooting on the campus of Umpqua Community College in Roseburg, Oregon, the discussion…

Opinion

Hugh Jackman claws at lasting legacy

This past week, Tom Hardy was trending on Facebook because Hugh Jackman said that Hardy would make for a “great Wolverine,” according to the Wrap. Jackman told the Wrap he doesn’t want to go out quietly. “I’m always like, ‘I…

Opinion

Donald Trump speaks mind, offends

There are a few certainties that you can count on in 2015: living, dying, taxes and Donald Trump spouting ludicrous statements from his unrestrained lips.“The Don” should really step up with the times and change his name to “The Mouth.”…

Opinion

Muppets make big waves

After the airing of “The Muppets” premiere on ABC on Sept. 22, the organization known as One Million Moms began protests of the show on social media. The group claimed that “the new show is aimed at a mature, modern…

Opinion

Planned Parenthood fights back

This past week has led to a controversial face-off between Pro-life and Pro-choice supporters in the wake of a new bill that has passed by the U.S. House of Representatives. This bill supports the efforts of defunding Planned Parenthood for…

In the Office Opinion

Post-grad return offers compelling reward

*This article was originally published for Oswego State’s student blogs For Oswego State students, this week marks the completion of the sixth week of classes. As a Resident Assistant, I think new students should take pride in the idea of…

Opinion Staff Editorial

Facebook scam hits again

“I do not give Facebook or any entities associated with Facebook permission to use my pictures, information or posts both past and future. By this statement, I give notice to Facebook it is strictly forbidden to disclose, copy, distribute or…