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The use of websites like ChatGPT sparks conversations about their effect on children.

AI chatbots are not safe for children

Recent incidents involving children and AI chatbots are raising red flags worldwide
Jackson Doane
February 3, 2025
With its gray and white plaid pattern, Fracket was one of a kind and easy to spot in a pile of jackets. It was last seen on Jan. 12.

In loving memory of Fracket

Many students have fallen victim to the fracket theft epidemic. I’m here to tell my story
Vic Ernst, Photo Editor
February 3, 2025
On Jan. 6, 2021, thousands of Donald Trump’s supporters stormed the capital.

Political tensions can’t define us as a nation

We must learn to grow and thrive through our differences
Gaby Heberling
January 20, 2025
The sun sets over Davidson Park.

Don’t sleep on January

Despite the post-holiday gloom, the month has its perks
Ted Kavanagh, Opinions Editor
January 20, 2025
TikTok’s ban has been debated over the past few years.

The TikTok ban: national security or freedom of speech?

As the Supreme Court mulls over its decision to ban the popular app, I consider the pros and cons
Georgia Bernbaum, Opinions Editor
January 20, 2025
President Donald Trump delivers the inaugural address on Jan. 20, 2017.

Inauguration day cements our pillar of peace

I still believe in country over party, and voices of peace over ignorance
Saaraim Nunez
January 20, 2025
“Take America Back” was a major slogan in the Trump campaign.

What can the Democrats blame?

There are many lessons Democrats claim to have learned after the presidential election
John Milas, Opinions Staff Writer
December 9, 2024
Marco Rubio is Trump’s nominee for Secretary of State.

The good, the bad, the ugly of Trump’s cabinet

The president-elect has chosen some skilled but many unqualified people for different department positions
Teddy Kavanagh, Social Media Editor
December 9, 2024
Washington and Lee students study for final exams.

Finals week or final week? Tips for studying

The trick is to leave the library and try new methods, like studying while exercising
Rhonica Ann Connor
December 9, 2024
Demolition workers take down Pi Kappa Alpha’s porch in November of 2023.

W&L: Treat my house with respect

Moldy AC units, negligent demolitions and old furniture make living in Greek housing unpleasant
Chas Chappell
December 9, 2024
Watching election results pour in on election night.

Choosing love in Trump’s America

Days after the election, this campus is already seeing the results of what his victory means
Aliya Gibbons, Opinions Editor
November 18, 2024
In Reid Hall, you’ll find stacks of newspapers and “In Reid We Write” stickers, but no enemies of the people.

I’m a journalist, not the enemy

Thanks to the re-election of Donald Trump, my first four years in the workforce will take place in the most hostile environment journalists have ever seen. But I’m not scared.
Emma Malinak, Co-editor in chief
November 18, 2024
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