Agatha Advincula | Religion doesn't excuse indifference

By Agatha Advincula · Oct. 28, 2020

Forrest Church, a prominent theologian and Unitarian Universalist wrote, “We are not human because we think. We are human because we care.” So let’s start acting like it.

Editorial | Joe Biden for President

By The Daily Pennsylvanian Editorial Board · Oct. 27, 2020

Over eight months ago, we endorsed Bernie Sanders for president in the midst of the Democratic primary season. Now, we urge Penn community members to cast their ballot for Joe Biden in the general election.

Varun Saraswathula | Policy is more important than politics

By Varun Saraswathula · Oct. 27, 2020

You may find that discussing the Affordable Care Act in objective, clinical terms without references to politics or party will spark a refreshing and fruitful debate. 

Isabella Glassman | Why a woman couldn’t say “Will you shut up, man”

By Isabella Glassman · Oct. 26, 2020

Women have made great strides in the last century, but what is done on paper does not always correlate to an equal change in American attitudes.

Matthew Liu | Why STEM students should support Biden

By Matthew Liu · Oct. 26, 2020

Unlike Trump, Biden supports funding for both basic and translational science research, and historically, he has backed it up.

Valerie Wang | Don’t try to take the high road this election

By Valerie Wang · Oct. 26, 2020

By no means am I one to tell you not to follow your moral values, but just understand the repercussions of your actions: if not for yourself, then for your friends, family, and the future of our country. 

Guest Column by Penn Leads the Vote Leadership | Why we vote

By Harrison Feinman and Eva Gonzalez · Oct. 26, 2020

Your vote counts just as much as anyone else’s, and the only time your voice is not equal to others is when you don’t let it be heard. That’s why we vote.

Justin Greenman | Whether your “side” wins or loses, open dialogue must triumph

By Justin Greenman · Oct. 26, 2020

We’re not asking you to hide your principles going into Election Day or going forward; we’re asking you to be open to listening to and associating with those you disagree with.

Guest Column by Francois Barrilleaux | Why you should vote for Joe Biden

By Francois Barrilleaux · Oct. 26, 2020

Joe Biden can’t solve all of our problems, and for many of us, including myself, he wasn’t our first choice for president. But electing Joe Biden is absolutely necessary if we are going to make any sort of progress.

Editorial | Recommendations for Philadelphia ballot questions

By The Daily Pennsylvanian Editorial Board · Oct. 26, 2020

While much attention has been paid to the presidential race, far less heralded are local issues, including four ballot questions. Here's how The Daily Pennsylvanian Editorial Board recommends handling the questions.

Matthew Liu | Doing well by doing good. Something every Penn student needs to know isn’t real

By Matthew Liu · Oct. 26, 2020

It might be a hard pill to swallow, but selling actions as “doing well by doing good” is a lie.

Bruce Shen | Amy Wax doesn't understand culture

By Bruce Shen · Oct. 22, 2020

There is ample evidence showing that culture of origin is no indicator of assimilation and performance.

Editorial | In light of Acme's opening, Penn must do more to address food insecurity

By The Daily Pennsylvanian Editorial Board · Oct. 22, 2020

For the sake of its student body and those in the West Philadelphia community, Penn must do everything in its power to fight food insecurity and kick hunger off-campus. 

Sarah Khan | The 2020 elections

By Sarah Khan · Oct. 21, 2020

SARAH KHAN is a College junior from Lynn Haven, Fla.

Tejaswi Bhavaraju | Drawing the line in politics

By Tejaswi Bhavaraju · Oct. 20, 2020

It is crucial for us as students to draw a line in politics and separate political judgments from our daily interactions. 

Lexi Boccuzzi | Accountability for polarized politics

By Lexi Boccuzzi · Oct. 19, 2020

I’m with Kenny Chesney when I ask myself the question: “Can’t we all get along?”

Emily Chang | Too much self-deprecation is bad for you

By Emily Chang · Oct. 19, 2020

To prevent self-deprecation from becoming even more problematic, Penn students need to be more conscious of the language they engage in, as well as the language that their peers use.