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Trump’s war against Iran is a risk that’s not going to pay off

Naomi Girson | opinions editor In the last two weeks, Donald Trump and his administration have attacked civilian areas in Iran and killed the Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and other high-ranking officials in the Iranian government, all with the intention of bringing regime change to Iran. However, it seems as though the American people are not aligned with the president, and that the current … Continue reading Trump’s war against Iran is a risk that’s not going to pay off

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Staff Editorial: Release the files!

In a time where polarizing viewpoints reign over our country, a 427-to-1 vote passed in the House to approve a bill directing the Justice Department to release all files related to its investigation into the convicted sex offender Jeffery Epstein. This comes after the controversy of the files became a political episode on Capitol Hill, straying from the real issue — survivors of sexual violence … Continue reading Staff Editorial: Release the files!

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Former foster youth advocates for policy change

Hallie Lauer | Features Editor 06/21/18 In 2015, more than 670,000 children spent time in foster care. To put that into perspective, that is enough children to fill the A.J. Palumbo Center about 152 times. Lawrence White, a Pittsburgh native, had lived in nearly 20 homes, shelters or group homes by the time he hit 20 years old, which was when he aged out of … Continue reading Former foster youth advocates for policy change

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Facebook’s founder Zuck struggles before Congress

By Duke Staff 04/12/2018 If you have ever visited the stairwell in between the fifth and sixth floor of Rockwell, you may have passed a large motivational poster featuring Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg. The quote next to his baby face reads “Simply put: we don’t build services to make money; we make money to build better services. And we think this is a good way … Continue reading Facebook’s founder Zuck struggles before Congress

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Science professor begins run for local U.S. House seat

Kailey Love | Photo Editor 09/28/17 Correction 9/29/17: Stolz marched in the Pittsburgh March for Science and the Pittsburgh People’s Climate March. The story originally said he participated in the Washington D.C.-based versions of those events. John Stolz, professor of environmental microbiology and director of the Center for Environmental Research and Education at Duquesne, is considering a career change. Unofficially declared back in February, Stolz … Continue reading Science professor begins run for local U.S. House seat

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Congress passes bill to sell Internet information

By Duke Staff  Last Tuesday, Congress voted to overturn several protections and regulations the Federal Communications Commission created during the Obama administration. Amongst them is a requirement that internet service providers get permission from users before collecting and selling their data. The move has sparked outrage on both sides of the political aisle, and rightfully so. This violation of internet privacy represents Congress choosing businesses … Continue reading Congress passes bill to sell Internet information

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Murphy wrong to cancel Duquesne appearance

By: Duke Staff As you can read in The Duke’s news section, Congressman Tim Murphy (R-Allegheny) recently cancelled his planned appearance at Duquesne University, citing security concerns through a spokeswoman for his office. Interestingly, a spokeswoman for Duquesne said the university and its police force were ready and willing to proceed with the event, even if extra security was required. With Duquesne offering the full … Continue reading Murphy wrong to cancel Duquesne appearance

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After GOP rout, Rothfus looks to future

By Bridget Seelinger | For The Duquesne Duke In a tide of Republican victories on Election Day 2014, the GOP strengthened their hold on the House and took back the Senate from Democratic control. Keith Rothfus, District 12 Congressman in Pennsylvania, was part of this tide as he kept his seat in an overwhelming majority. Family, friends, and volunteers all crowded around TV monitors as … Continue reading After GOP rout, Rothfus looks to future

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Doyle to Duquesne: Recognize the union

By Julian Routh | News Editor U.S. Congressman Mike Doyle and United Steelworkers international Vice President Fred Redmond urged Duquesne earlier this week to recognize the adjunct faculty union. In a rally outside the federal building Monday afternoon, the two officials addressed issues of workers rights, particularly those allegedly violated by Pittsburgh health care provider UPMC. Doyle (D- Forest Hills) said Duquesne should “give [adjuncts] … Continue reading Doyle to Duquesne: Recognize the union

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Bipartisanship prevails as budget passes through Congress

By Pat Higgins | Asst. Sports Editor After a fall marred by a 16-day government shutdown, a $1.1 trillion budget passed Congress on Jan. 16, introducing some semblance of stability in the capital in the first quarter of 2014. The 1,582-page bill, which passed through the House of Representatives in a lopsided vote on Jan. 15 and a 72-to-26 measure in the Senate a little … Continue reading Bipartisanship prevails as budget passes through Congress

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