The leaves may be turning and the nights may be getting chillier, but the fight for racial justice in the Capital Region is not dwindling. This past Friday, September 25th, a crowd gathered in Congress Park in downtown Saratoga to gear up for an organized march through the town’s streets in order to advocate for Robin Dalton’s resignation and the defunding of the SSPD (Saratoga Springs Police Department).
Read moreCollege Admissions Boards Are Supporting Peaceful Protesters
On Feb. 25, Skidmore College publicly stated that high school students suspended for peacefully protesting will not be penalized by admissions, joining the rank of other universities -- including Brown, Brandeis, and Northeastern -- that have made similar statements. This move proves the validity of youth movements, but also brings into question how to effectively protest, especially for the Skidmore students not protected.
Read moreSustained Action: Key in Protesting
Demonstrations and marches have been erupting around the world since President Trump secured the Electoral College victory. A piling up of protests in which people who want to speak out and be heard on the streets are now becoming a ubiquitous force.
Read moreFighting a Sad Retreat of American Values
Americans must stand together now to oppose racism and authoritarianism. For colleges and college newspapers, that means we must stand in opposition to backwardness. Three Skidmore students are directly affected by the ban. .
Read moreStudents, Not Administrators, Hold the Key To Inclusion
What this board sees is a shortfall in the way students are trying to improve the way we embrace diversity on this campus. Race issues didn't appear overnight and they won't disappear overnight.
Read morePulp: Skidmore Students Propose Eliminating Thanksgiving
As a community, we cannot, in good conscience, continue to engage in a tradition with such barbaric roots.
Read moreSlacktivism is Not Activism
As opposed to slacktivist actions on social media, in-person protests can be effective, if done well.
Read more"Walk Out" Encourages Thoughts, Action; Some Students Say Not Enough
This Tuesday, the People of Color Union (POCU) hosted a school-wide walkout to support students affected by racism at the University of Missouri. The gathering began at noon on Case Green, and by 12:10, a large crowd of Skidmore community members was clustered in front of the dining hall.
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