Anti-Ableist Amherst: Rejecting Normalcy
Managing Opinion Editor Willow Delp ’26 argues that our conceptions of “normal” and “abnormal” are inherently ableist and pushes for us to reject these societally constructed categories.
Opinion
A Republican’s Perspective on the 2024 Election: The Abrupt “Shift” of J.D. Vance’s Beliefs
Columnist Jeb Allen ’27 argues that J.D. Vance, once a promising figure capable of steering conservative politics away from extremism, has abandoned his principles for political gain, embracing Trumpism and betraying his earlier stances on climate change, LGBTQ+ rights, and women's issues.
The Home Stretch: Vote!
Staff Writer Shane Dillon ’26 warns that the upcoming election is a critical moment for protecting democracy, urging voters to support Kamala Harris and engage in grassroots efforts to prevent a second Trump presidency.
Satire: Amherst College Student Found Studying in a Rail Trail Bush
Satire: Staff Writer Hannah Feng ’28 interviews an Amherst student who, desperate for a quiet study spot during midterms, was found studying in a bush along the Rail Trail after failing to find space in the campus library.
Editorial: On the Changes to the Community Living Policy
The Editorial Board argues that the administration should be more transparent in communicating policy changes to students.
Exercises in Thought: Technology
In this edition of Exercises in Thought, columnists Joe Sweeney ’25 and Tim Carroll ’25 explore and criticize contemporary uses of technology.
Beyond Labels: Defining The Roots and Realities of Homophobia
Contributing Writer Charlie Bolton ’28 urges people to recognize and reject ingrained homophobia.