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    Unpopular Opinion Thursday

    Ella Gertner, Staff Writer|February 3, 2022

    Unpopular Opinion Thursday

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    Columns

    We may never know what’s truly “right.” But sharing our imperfect ideas, while keeping an open mind, is the only way we move forward.
    Escaping the Demosthenes-Feynman trap
    Opinions Managing Editor Elias Brendel reflects on his experiences with forgiveness. He argues that
although it can be difficult to show someone grace, it is ultimately the right thing to do.
    We live in an economy of outrage, so forgive
    We're too late to reverse the effects of global warming. Instead of reaching for an intangible goal, let's spend the limited time we have helping those who need help now.
    Everything by Ezra: stop fighting climate change
    Spend more time doomscrolling, it's good for you.
    Consume as much brainrot as possible
    The SuperFans are a mainstay among high school clubs, but they should distribute they need to be less exclusive, argues Sports Editor Craig Haas.
    Craig’s Honest Opinion: SuperFans or SubparFans?

    Opinions

    Contributing writer Shiri Artzi says that trading draft picks too early is reckless. While they come at little risk to executives, deals can impact teams for several years, betraying loyal fans.
    The NBA must stop gambling away its future
    Contributing writer Daniel Barkay argues that more support that should be provided to students during the college admissions process, and discusses what it should look like.
    It’s time to expand the college coordinator’s office
    Contributing writer Liam Coddington argues that the high school doesn't sufficiently prepare students to engage in demcoracy.
    Democracy takes practice
    Arts editor Brendan Bottiglieri discusses the new trend of looxmaxing and how it influences young people.
    Looxmaxing: is it good or bad?
    Contributing writer Dahlia Marshall details how digital grades amplify stress for students. When students get their grades before feedback through Canvas, anxiety can rise, as can attachment to cellphones.
    Digital grade releases escalate academic anxiety
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