Systems of racial and social control erected in modern politics and American culture reflect ingrained institutional racism that continues to fester. Minorities in America face the consequences while our white counterparts reap the benefits.
Establishing a university holiday on election day would ease voting for the entire body of students, faculty and staff, and encourage those who are less engaged.
As students of Northeastern, we need to advocate that the university pave the way for Boston to actively decrease gentrification, both by increasing affordable housing and public funding.
We stand in solidarity with all who have lived through the events Ford has bravely described. It is time for us to break down the conventions that perpetuate rape culture. We believe Ford, and everyone who follows her.
Northeastern may not have a choice when it comes to the caliber that a student’s coverage must meet, but they do have a choice when it comes to offering alternative solutions.
As a university that prides itself on being a global institution, which fosters a global community, Northeastern must take a moment to evaluate what those terms mean to the establishment at large.
