Correcting a political misstep: the pizzazz version of next year
Last week at Arthur’s editorial elections, I was served with a poignant reminder of how easily an emphasis on procedure can get in the way of vision. One of first …
Editorial
On why those editorials weren’t hypocrisy
It’s official—Matt Rappolt and I will be the editors of Arthur’s Volume 49. From the look of things, it’s possible that we’ll be treated to one of the most newsworthy …
I’m fucking done this job forever and I’m gonna miss it
I sit here writing this editorial after finishing the production of my 50th issue of Arthur. What an amazing feeling. Though I feel happy and fulfilled, I am so sad …
Even those who voted stayed home
I’ll give them some credit; 16.3 percent is not the worst Spring Election turnout in the TCSA’s history. But it’s far below their goal of drawing a quarter of members …
Where are the candidates? Where are the voters?
If students weren’t engaged before the candidates for the TCSA’s Spring Election were announced, they definitely weren’t afterwards. Two out of three executive positions are running unopposed this year, including …
Editorial: Why are so few women in politics?
Why are there so few women in politics? I think the wrong answer is “well, women don’t care about politics.” I think women are quite political. So why does this …
Why Black History Month is Still Important in Canada
Black history month is coming up and we want to hear from you! Our February 3rd newspaper will be themed for black history month. We’re hoping for this paper to …
Municipal Politics Deserve Your Attention
Every time something political comes up, like an election, young people get to hear all about how little they care about politics, how they don’t vote, and so on. Ironically, …
Violence is bad anti-capitalist praxis
There are many justifiable bones to pick with several of the major institutions and corporations presently operating. All too often “subversive” actions against these powers, however well intentioned they may …
The Caffeine Diaries
If there’s one thing that nearly all students will occasionally turn to in a time of need, it’s caffeine. As essays and exams loom in the near-future more and more …