EDITORIALS

Editorial: Party like it's '1984'

By Editorial Board

The University has given us a false dichotomy, in which we ostensibly must give up our civil liberties in exchange for peace of mind. But there shouldn’t have to be a trade-off between safety and privacy. 

Editorial: Free swim lessons for all!

By Editorial Board

This initiative is a solid step from within our community to alleviate some of the problems we face. It’s not often that we get to read about something so promising. Here’s to hoping this program, and similar ones, can expand to more schools across the state. 

Editorial: Kobe Bryant: What the media got wrong

By Editorial Board

"It is the new attention economy that has morphed journalism into a glorified competition of who can be the first to deliver the most shocking news story imaginable — regardless of the facts." 

Editorial: Eight-week paid leave is not enough

By Editorial Board

"The Editorial Board applauds UNC for beginning to grant two types of four-week paid family leave beginning in January, particularly for being equitable in providing the benefit to all staff, non-faculty and part-time workers ...Yet it’s dangerous to become complacent in congratulations, and the Board encourages the University to extend their new paid leave policy."

Editorial: A voting explainer for UNC students

By Editorial Board

UNC is making it easier to submit your ballot this year. And even if you'll be away, here's other ways to make your voice heard.

Editorial: A commitment to transparency

By Editorial Board

The editorial board on candidate endorsements in the current political climate.

Editorial: Avoid a "Contagion" by getting vaccinated

By Editorial Board

Some general advice: make sure you are vaccinated, wash your hands, avoid places with a lot of people and go to a doctor ASAP if you are not feeling well.

Editorial: Political activism or Twitter slacktivism?

By Editorial Board

"If you had told Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. that building social movements could be done in 140 characters or less, we doubt he would believe you. The power of social media, Twitter in particular, to fundamentally alter the political arena is almost mythical." 

Editorial: Coronavirus: Why you should be watching

By Editorial Board

With the first reported case in Washington state, government officials have already started cracking down on preventing the virus from making rounds across the United States. Screenings for the illness have been expanded in major airports across the US, including in San Francisco, New York and Los Angeles. 

Editorial: Submit a missed connection, find love at UNC

By Editorial Board

Ever heard of missed connections? The Daily Tar Heel is launching its own rendition of the hopeless romantic's search.

Editorial: “Little Women” and the issue of sexism in Hollywood

By Editorial Board

"Amy March, portrayed by Academy Award nominee Florence Pugh, said it best: 'The world is hard on ambitious girls.'"

Editorial: #WWIII jokes privilege views over humanity

By Editorial Board

American elitism and military complex has been on full display. The humanity at the foundation of this conflict has been disregarded for online views and cheap laughs. 

Editorial: A Silent Sham

By Editorial Board

"Silent Sam may not have a place on this campus anymore, but white supremacy does. Systemic racism isn’t going anywhere — UNC has always allowed it to stay, regardless of the price tag."

Decade in review: The Kvetching Board

Editorial: The Editorial Board's declassified holiday survival guide

By Editorial Board

If any of these tips fail, make a Trader Joe's run and never return. 

Editorial: The Master Plan and UNC's research ethics

By Editorial Board

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has been ranked the sixth most innovative university in the world, but with that power comes a responsibility for research ethics.