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The United States has developed a negative association with the word communism.

Commentary: Redefining communism

Alexandra Felt, Staff Writer
February 16, 2021

Over the past few turbulent years in politics, there have been increasing sentiments against socialism and communism from the right. People are calling...

The admissions process can create a lot of stress for students, but is it worth all the anxiety?

Commentary: College prestige is a moronic marker of success

Ali Juell, Co-Editor-in-Chief
February 11, 2021

At a time when there is very little to enjoy, I feel like my mind is swallowed up by one topic more than it would be in a normal senior year: College...

With the elimination of SAT subject tests, many students wonder how the admissions process will change.

Commentary: Is it best for the SAT subject tests to be eliminated?

Maryam Mahmood, Staff Writer
February 9, 2021

On Tuesday, January 19th the College Board announced that they are “no longer offering SAT subject tests in the U.S.”  Additionally, they will...

In political debates regarding topics like abortion and the rights of the LGBTQ+ community, Ali Juell believes religion shouldnt be a part of the conversation.

Commentary: Keep your religious beliefs out of your political beliefs

Ali Juell, Co-Editor-in-Chief
January 24, 2021

I don’t hate religion. I just wanted to say that first so that I’m not assumed to be an angry atheist. I think religion is a great way to instill...

Restorative justice is meant to appease all parties involved to best benefit society.

Commentary: The American prison system could use reworking

Alexandra Felt, Staff Writer
January 10, 2021

Prison abolition isn’t a bad thing. From what I gather, prison abolition is sometimes misunderstood. It’s not about the erasure of our criminal...

Edward Snowdens actions as a whistleblower have prompted numerous debates on whether he is a patriot or a traitor.

Commentary: Edward Snowden deserves a pardon

Aiden Sherman, Staff Writer
January 10, 2021

It was the early winter of 1777 on a cold American warship, anchored outside Providence, Rhode Island. On it, ten American sailors and marines met in secret....

Joe Biden and Kamala Harris were selected for Time Magazines People of the Year.

Commentary: Time Magazine picked the wrong Person of the Year

JJ Huish, Staff Writer
January 5, 2021

Every year Time Magazine announces who their person of the year is.  The person of the year is not always just a single person, they can also be a...

As the football season inches towards a close, the NFL Honors ceremony is on everyones minds.

Sports Commentary: NFL Honors Predictions

JJ Huish, Staff Writer
January 5, 2021

The National Football League Honors is a ceremony that recognizes players in the NFL for achievements on and off the field. Amongst the professional sports...

With these simple steps your political party will be on top in no time!

Satire: How to radicalize a political party in four steps

Justin Ha, Staff Writer
January 5, 2021

The year is 2016 and you are a political figurehead, influencer or politician who is looking to score some voters for the upcoming election.     Nobody...

2020 has been a year full of good, bad or both depending on how one chooses to view it.

Finding hope in a hopeless year

Kaylee Price, Staff Writer
December 17, 2020

2020 was supposed to be everyone’s year for new beginnings. It was the start of a new decade for goodness sake. Well, it was definitely a year of...

Protestors call for police reform after being prompted by recent events.

Commentary: Why we shouldn’t defund the police

Justin Ha, Staff Writer
December 2, 2020

While there have always been screams of social injustice relating to race in America, this summer those voices have been amplified tenfold. I’m sure...

As the time to pass the cranberry sauce comes and goes, some wonder if Thanksgiving should be celebrated.

Commentary: Is Thanksgiving a racist holiday?

JJ Huish, Staff Writer
November 30, 2020

When most Granite Bay High students were in grade school, they learned that Thanksgiving was a celebration in honor of the Native Americans and pilgrims...

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