The Minnesota Daily

Our power to shape society

by Chelsey Perkins
Published May 6, 2008

Collectively, human beings can come together to build a society in which peace and justice prevail.

Disclosing conflicts of interest essential

by Chelsey Perkins
Published April 22, 2008

The latest example of the military analysts sheds light on a serious problem occurring in the United States.

There’s no ignoring history and privilege

by Chelsey Perkins
Published March 25, 2008

It is necessary for white people in America to confront privilege in order to form a "more perfect union."

Obama’s ‘change’ message substantive

by Chelsey Perkins
Published February 5, 2008

The people do have the power to make real change happen, and not just depend on elected officials for change.

Reluctance to join fight hurts planet

by Chelsey Perkins
Published December 11, 2007

The world's scientists are in agreement about global climate change - and the time to take action is now.

No excuse for recycling apathy

by Chelsey Perkins
Published December 4, 2007

The lack of effort by students and staff is disheartening and maddening, especially since it is relatively easy.

‘The Sixties’ should be respected

by Chelsey Perkins
Published November 27, 2007

One of my good friends told me the other day that he hoped the protests at the Republican National Convention next September are the biggest the nation has seen since the anti-war protests of the Vietnam...

Apathy fueled by lack of honest dialogue

by Chelsey Perkins
Published November 20, 2007

Sen. Hillary Clinton's planted question shows candidates' need to focus on honesty and integrity.

DNA doesn’t justify unequal treatment

by Chelsey Perkins
Published November 13, 2007

Although still in the infancy stages, genetic research on race and intelligence could have a huge impact.

Musharraf’s actions stifle freedom

by Chelsey Perkins
Published November 6, 2007

Gen. Pervez Musharraf's suspension of press freedoms in Pakistan encroaches upon fundamental human rights.

U.S. trade policies absent from debate

by Chelsey Perkins
Published October 30, 2007

The North American Free Trade Agreement's effects on Mexico have played an important role in the influx of immigration.

Convenience with consequences

by Chelsey Perkins
Published October 23, 2007

Like so many things in this world, you can't judge a book by its cover.

Islamo-Fascism Awareness Week

by Chelsey Perkins
Published October 16, 2007

David Horowitz intends to spread fear and hatred under the guise of patriotism and freedom.

Green coal? I don’t think so

by Chelsey Perkins
Published October 9, 2007

Coal, no matter how "clean" it might be, is not the answer to solving global warming issues.

Eisenhower left us with wise words

by Chelsey Perkins
Published October 2, 2007

They say we must fight to keep our freedom, but Lord knows there's got to be a better way.

Freedom of speech is content neutral

by Chelsey Perkins
Published September 25, 2007

No matter how abhorrent the content of speech, it still deserves the freedom to be expressed.

The Bush-era blacklist

by Chelsey Perkins
Published September 18, 2007

Thought of as a part of our past, blacklisting has become very real for outward U.S. government critics.

What I saw at the regents protest

by Chelsey Perkins
Published September 11, 2007

While the protesters may have done something illegal - was it actually wrong?