Staff Editorial: The cost of restrictions on journalists: Why does it matter?

To be a messenger to the public, the information we relay has to be factual, accurate and above all, honest. The heart of journalism lies in its commitment to the truth. In a time when public trust in the media is declining, this responsibility is more crucial than ever. Recent restrictions on the press, aside from sparking outrage, have increased conversations on journalistic integrity, protections … Continue reading Staff Editorial: The cost of restrictions on journalists: Why does it matter?

The Duquesne DukeOctober 23, 2025October 23, 2025Leave a comment

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Iryna Zarutska’s murder is not a Black and white issue

Gwendolyn Sobkowiak | staff writer The September news has been a whirlwind of dark, painful and distinctly hard to process stories. It was easy to miss another very public killing in the onslaught. But Iryna Zarutska’s death does matter, and how we report on it does too. Zarutska was a 23-year-old white Ukrainian refugee living in Charlotte, N.C. Her family reported that she was artistic, … Continue reading Iryna Zarutska’s murder is not a Black and white issue

The Duquesne DukeSeptember 25, 2025September 25, 2025Leave a comment

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Tucker Carlson drama demonstrates Fox News’ true colors once more

03/14/2019 By Ollie Gratzinger | Opinions Editor As time goes on, it gets harder and harder to find any redeeming qualities in the cesspool that is Fox News. From accusations of editorializing news stories with a right-wing twist to alleged sexual harassment, the network’s bigwigs face a list of controversies that could span a country mile. Now, conservative commentator Tucker Carlson is adding even more … Continue reading Tucker Carlson drama demonstrates Fox News’ true colors once more

The Duquesne DukeMarch 14, 2019

Opinions, Staff Editorials

Staff Ed: Tragedy in Maryland demonstrates dangers of journalism

Duke Staff 07/09/2018 A newsroom that looks like “a war zone,” according to a witness: that was the scene at the Capital Gazette newsroom near Annapolis, Maryland on June 28, when a gunman opened fire on the local newspaper’s staff. So far, five are dead, decimating a small newsroom of around 50. The actor was a lone gunman whose motives are so far being attributed … Continue reading Staff Ed: Tragedy in Maryland demonstrates dangers of journalism

The Duquesne DukeJuly 9, 2018

Opinions

Tomi Lahren receives undeserving larger platform

By: Kailey Love | Photo Editor Snowflakes beware: Tomi Lahren is returning to the political arena. Unfortunately, much like the mythical hydra (a monster which grows two more heads if you cut off one), taking away Lahren’s public megaphone only made her louder. Lahren left conservative news outlet “TheBlaze” in March after she was suspended with pay due to comments she made during an appearance … Continue reading Tomi Lahren receives undeserving larger platform

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