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Disrespecting the Castle

By Christopher Bethea. When I told my friend Johnny that I ordered one hamburger from White Castle, he laughed hysterically.

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Op-Ed: I Do Not Want Your Purse

By Johnny Jones. One day, as a friend and I were walking downtown to get a great deal on dumplings in China Town, something familiar happened.

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Drop the “I” Word

By Fernando A. Uraga. “Illegal immigrants,” “Illegal aliens,” or simply “Illegal” are all terms that are used incorrectly and in a derogatory manner. The Lehman College DREAM Team started a campaign called, Drop The I-Word to create awareness of the negative implications of this word.

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Op-Ed: The Most Important Part of the Day

By Jonathan Jones. A few weeks ago, as my Lehman associates and I entered the D train in order to travel to Manhattan for a movie, it was apparent that we all had a long week. The week was full of class, homework and internships that pay in experience.

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What Are You?

A mixed race student with an unusual biography describes her lifelong struggle with self-definition.

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Natural Selection

An Indian student laments her culture’s obsession with light skin. 

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Libya’s Dilemma; America’s Battle

Mediaite It’s tough being the President… especially these past two weeks. Mr. Obama has received criticism ever since he authorized an air assault on Libya on March 19. According to the President, this assault was initiated after Muammar Qaddafi declared he would show “no mercy” to his people. He’s been ruling with an iron fist [...]

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Editorial: The Spin Factor

As the crisis in Libya escalates, American Media pulls a veil over the truth.

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A Personal Essay

It’s not easy letting your child grow up.

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Students Ready for Action at CUNY

When will CUNY erupt?

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