Letter to the editor

In the April 10, 2025, issue of The Duquesne Duke, reporters stated that “Duquesne University Vice President of Marketing and Communications, Gabe Welsch and Provost David Dausey did not respond to a request for comment” on student activity related to recent federal orders on immigration. The request for that comment came on the same day as the paper was to be printed. While we certainly … Continue reading Letter to the editor

Letter to the Editor: Student Government disagrees with DU decision

02/18/2021 Members of the Student Body, I address you today concerning the decision regarding Mr. Gary Shank. In the days leading up to the release of this decision, I saw and heard your pain and outrage. As president of the Student Government Association, it is my responsibility to ensure that all students feel represented and heard at this university. That is why this past Friday, … Continue reading Letter to the Editor: Student Government disagrees with DU decision

Letter to the Editor: Comments on Police Brutality

Police brutality is a term that is often thrown around whenever a police officer commits a biased action against a citizen, especially a citizen of color. But it is an inappropriate word to use when discussing problems of race and racism and the police. It is biased against law enforcement, vague, and loaded; it’s an overgeneralization. The term “police brutality” cannot even be defined: The … Continue reading Letter to the Editor: Comments on Police Brutality

Letter to the Editor: Catholics’ Moral Obligations in Voting

Letter to the Editor For Catholics, responsible citizenship, which includes voting, is very important. However, certain critical issues have not been addressed or explained adequately to Catholic voters in this election cycle. Although many Catholics are not single-issue voters, please be advised that a political candidate’s position on a single issue may disqualify that candidate from receiving a vote from a faithful Catholic. A “disqualifying … Continue reading Letter to the Editor: Catholics’ Moral Obligations in Voting