UCSC’s Stake in Thirty Meter Telescope
The dormant volcano Mauna Kea resides on the island of Hawai’i. The land is believed to embody a God, but Westerners continue to mirror a long history of colonialism masked as development. Indigenous Hawai’ians are trying to preserve this sacred land as foreign investors and...
When Competition Saves Lives
In most cases, when a product is too expensive, consumers seek out cheaper alternatives, using generic versions of brand name goods. Competition is supposed to prevent brands from overcharging customers. But what if alternatives are being kept off the market? What stops a company from...
Bring Abortion Services to Public Universities
In defiance of the anti-choice movement consuming U.S. politics, the California Senate just passed Senate Bill 24 to provide medication abortion at statewide public universities by 2023. It now sits on Gov. Gavin Newsom’s desk with a fast approaching deadline. Newsom has until Oct. 13...
Beach Curfew is Unfair and Ineffective
By day, Main Beach is shaded by the tents and umbrellas of beachgoers. By night, tents protect houseless residents from rain, wind and moonlight rather than the sun. The most important difference — camping on the beach at night could get you arrested. At a...