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Protestors on the street carrying hand written signs such as "End the FED" and "Respect existence or expect resistance". One protestor was carrying a microphone loudspeaker.

The American dream deferred

The American Dream has been the greatest cultural myth, underlying idea, and tradition behind the United States since its revolutionary beginning. Yet with the rise of globalization, a giant wealth gap, inequality
November 20, 2011
A big crowd of protesters and a group of policemen at opposite side of a road barrier.

Occupying power

Despite all efforts to control thought and manufacture consent, our cultural dissidence survives. Skepticism toward power has grown, and attitudes about many issues are changing. People have realized that they are not
November 20, 2011

Opinion: Adam Sandler

Adam Sandler has one of the most profitable companies in show business, Happy Madison Productions, so why does he feel the need to take on two ridiculous roles in a movie that
November 20, 2011
Cutout of coach Joe Paterno's photo on foreground with a big crowd of Penn State University students riots at nighta the background.

Opinion: Misplaced aggression

What happened to morality in this generation? The world of instant gratification we live in has contributed to increased impulsiveness. Rioting to show support for a guy who covered up the alleged
November 20, 2011
A traveler with his hands raised above his shoulder in position to be padded down by Airport Security

Opinion: Airport security

It was just one of those surreal moments, you know? “I’m going to use the backside of my hands on certain parts of your body,” said the amiable yet thorough airport security
November 6, 2011
el Don staff members (from left to right): Shavod Culberson (Style Editor), Eric Lomeli and Robert Wojtkiewicz (Co-Editor-in-Chiefs), Arilia Winn (staff writer), Tina Syrengelas (Art Director)

On the road to being better journalists

A trip to Orlando brings our staff closer to each other, our school, and our cause. What happens when you take five Dons and send them to a collegiate journalism conference in
November 6, 2011
Illustration of a man face with multi color banners

Careless Whisper

A Texas student’s quiet remarks about homosexuality spark controversy. All it took was one phrase, but it was enough to get 14-year-old Dakota Ary suspended from Western Hills High School in Fort
October 16, 2011
Illustration of human chain sitting on top of a green globe with recycling symbol

A greener campus is still a long way off

As California sinks deeper into its budget nightmare, our school’s obligation to take responsibility and maintain transparency becomes increasingly important. Collectively, we have arrived at an unprecedented crossroad that combines a dismal
October 16, 2011
A muslim woman with headdress and mouth taped shut.

Opinion: Irvine 11

College campuses have historically been the epicenter of the American social conscience. Protesters commonly flirt with unacceptable behavior, but authorities rarely pursue disciplinary action. Regardless of whether you agree with their approach,
October 16, 2011

Opinion: Chain Reaction

WHO’S WHO AT CHAIN Thrice: The Orange County natives played some of their first and wildest shows at Chain Reaction. Saosin: Their record-release show at Chain Reaction in 2003 remains a local
October 16, 2011
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