Author Archives | Emily McPeak

McPeak’s Politics: Political correctness gone too far

The oversensitivity of students is weakening the university experience. By Emily McPeak

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McPeak’s McPolitics: Presidential debate or reality television?

Media has become so thoroughly integrated into the presidential election process that theatrics are favored over substance. By Emily McPeak

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Dear GOP: Why CU?

CU’s hosting of the third GOP presidential debate misrepresents the university and the Boulder community. By Emily McPeak

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McPeak’s McPolitics: The cost of a voice

In modern presidential elections, money talks, and the majority is left out of the discussion. By Emily McPeak

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McPeak’s McPolitics: A call for common sense on gun violence

A call for change in gun control laws, based on the responses to the Oregon shooting that occurred on Oct. 1, 2015. By Emily McPeak

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McPeak’s McPolitics: One nation, under God?

The Pope’s recent visit to the Capitol highlights the importance religion plays in a supposedly autonomous political system. By Emily McPeak

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Opinion: Our polarized nation

Politics are becoming increasingly polarized, and the implications for the voter are dangerous. By Emily McPeak

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