Quick takes on life from our editors
And here we have Idaho, the backwards relative
Idaho is becoming the stereotypical deep South of the Pacific Northwest. Let’s fix that this upcoming election by voting the old cronies out and putting some fresh ideas in the government. We need to stop being so behind when it comes to progressive thoughts and ideas that the rest of the country has already figured out.
—Danielle
Gay marriage
Nothing really to say. I’m just glad we are finally a state of equality. Shout out to everyone who got married this weekend. Congratulations!
—Claire
The wrong side of history
I chuckle when I see this argument used on any political issue. I guess history is written by the winners, but I don’t care if I’m considered a loser. Being a winner doesn’t make one right. Plus, it seems like a pompous argument.
—Andrew
Homecoming votes
The race for Homecoming Royalty is so intense that the online voting form threatens to fine you for voting more than once. I had no idea Homecoming could be that competitive. I look forward to when the political analogy completes itself and Homecoming Court candidates start attracting Super PACs.
—Aleya
Midterms
I always know I’ll be fine for an exam if I understand what the crammers are reviewing right before the tests are handed out. On the other hand, if what they’re studying sounds like a different language, I know I’m screwed.
—Erin
Shameless self promotion
I’ve been nominated for Homecoming Royalty and, well, I don’t usually get nominated for things so this is pretty cool. If you feel so inclined, please vote for me!
—Kaitlyn
Ruth Bader Ginsburg once said
“Approving some religious claims while deeming others unworthy of accommodation could be ‘perceived as favoring one religion over another’ — the very risk the [Constitution’s] Establishment Clause was designed to preclude.” Amen.
—Amber
0-6
Idaho might be the best winless team in the country. The team is slowly getting better, it just hasn’t resulted in wins yet.
—Korbin
Famous for the wrong reasons
Having the longest active losing streak in the nation is nothing to be proud of. I’m confident the Vandal football team will pull out a win soon — ideally this weekend.
—Stephan
Role models
It’s my parents’ 26th anniversary this week. Thanks for being such positive influences and being the best example of love and family. I’m an extremely lucky girl.
—Hannah
Thank you!
To the wonderful, kind family who stopped to help me fix my flat tire on the side of the highway. I don’t know what I would
have done if you hadn’t come along. Thank you so much for stopping to help a stranger and going beyond what anyone could expect to make sure I got safely back on the road.
—Daphne
Contemplation
I cannot believe we are halfway through the term. However, I can’t decide if time has gone by quickly or slowly.
—Katelyn
Gary Webb
A journalist who tried to tell the truth and paid the ultimate price. What an eye opening and inspiring story.
—Ryan