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Articles

What organizing under Trump looks like

Nov 19, 2024 | dailytrojan.com | Aditi Chopra |Alia Noll

As the adverse reality of Trump’s second administration looms, the path ahead for people of color and women alike is nothing short of daunting. Trump’s first term marked an erosion of democratic norms, yet this time, the stakes are significantly higher. The general public must prepare for a reality that could dramatically restrict space for dissent. For political and community organizers, however, this is more than just political opposition.
The Menendez brothers deserve much better

Oct 23, 2024 | dailytrojan.com | Aditi Chopra |Kate Mcquarrie

Content warning: This article contains references to sexual assault and violence. The recent surge in popularity of the Menendez brothers’ case, sparked by Netflix’s “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story,” has reignited public interest in the infamous 1989 murders. This production, however, has sparked controversy and criticism for its lack of authenticity to the real events, questionable portrayal of the brothers and producer Ryan Murphy’s track record of sensationalizing real-life cases.
We are rapidly losing access to information

Sep 18, 2024 | dailytrojan.com | Aditi Chopra |Kate Mcquarrie

On Sept. 4, the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit upheld a ruling against the Internet Archive’s book digitization program. The court affirmed a March 2023 judgment, declaring IA’s “controlled digital lending” practice — allowing free access to scanned books on a one-to-one basis with physical copies — was not protected under the fair use doctrine.
Harris’ campaign needs to appeal to young men

Sep 5, 2024 | dailytrojan.com | Aditi Chopra |Antonio Wu

Since Donald Trump’s presidency, young men have increasingly shifted toward conservatism, with the share of male voters aged 18 to 29 identifying as Democratic dropping sharply from 51% in 2016 to 39% today. This phenomenon, known as “barstool conservatism,” presents a unique challenge for the Harris campaign as it prepares for the upcoming election.
Structured obedience fuels the violence against Gazans

Jun 12, 2024 | dailytrojan.com | Aditi Chopra |Kate Mcquarrie

Since Oct. 7, a disquieting realization has taken hold among those attuned to the atrocities unfolding in Gaza: a profound sense of dismay at the Western world’s apparent indifference as they continue their daily routines amid the escalating violence and suffering experienced by Palestinians. This indifference is not just passive ignorance but an active role in the perpetuation of violence, fueled by deeply ingrained societal obedience and conformity.
We need radical feminism to address the issue of AI porn

May 15, 2024 | dailytrojan.com | Aditi Chopra |Alia Noll

In recent years, the internet has become a battleground for the exploitation of women, fueled by the insidious rise of artificial intelligence-generated pornographic content. This alarming trend involves the creation of hyper-realistic simulations of sexual acts using AI, often facilitated by free and accessible apps that utilize deepfake technology.
Boeing is proof of capitalism’s pitfalls

Apr 19, 2024 | dailytrojan.com | Aditi Chopra |Kate Mcquarrie

In 2019, John Barnett, a former quality control inspector at Boeing, filed a lawsuit against the company. Following two crashes that resulted in the deaths of 346 individuals, the lawsuit stated that employees, facing substantial pressure, were instructed to use inferior parts from scrap bins in the 737 MAX aircraft to avoid production delays. Barnett also revealed that examinations of emergency oxygen systems for the 787 MAX jet revealed a failure rate of 25%.
Censorship is only getting worse in the US

Mar 26, 2024 | dailytrojan.com | Aditi Chopra |Kate Mcquarrie

“The Zone of Interest” (2023) was one of the most introspective films of the year, noting the intricate dangers of ignoring atrocities as it delves into the complex psychology of individuals at the hands of such horrors. The film’s director, Jonathan Glazer, took the stage at this year’s Oscars to condemn the brutal war currently being waged on Gaza.
'Succession' snub highlights award process flaws

Mar 7, 2024 | dailytrojan.com | Aditi Chopra |Kate Mcquarrie

The Screen Actors Guild Awards were held at USC’s Shrine Auditorium Feb. 24 and, like many other Trojans, I was in my dorm intently watching. My favorite for the television categories was “Succession,” primarily because it was the front-runner with five nominations, appearing likely to dominate Saturday’s show. However, to my surprise, the HBO drama only managed to win one award and completely lost out in every solo acting category it had been nominated for.
Underlying costs of college harm students

Feb 27, 2024 | dailytrojan.com | Aditi Chopra

The cost of college has increased exponentially in the past few decades. Since 1963, the cost of college has grown by nearly 140.6%, accounting for the effects of inflation. However, our scrutiny of staggering college costs often fixates solely on tuition, overlooking additional expenses that significantly contribute to the financial burden of higher education.