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OPINION: How Cornell University Failed Rape Victims Everywhere
By: Salisa Wellenreuther, Skyline Reporter
ALPINE – The facts of this case remain unclear as the lawsuit is still in progress, but the allegations are as follows. In October of 2024, seven members of Cornell University’s Chi Phi Xi fraternity drugged, abused, and gang-raped a young woman for several hours in their fraternity house. The victim filed a report on Nov. 8 of that same year. She later filed a lawsuit in 2026, claiming that the university failed her and the perpetrators were not adequately punished.
OPINIÓN: Por qué debería preocuparte el veto de Trump a la prensa
Por: Maya Tinajero, editora de Skyline
Traducido por: Gloria Delgado Gonzalez, traductora de Skyline
PHOENIX – El 18 de septiembre, el presidente Trump decidió prohibir el acceso a la Casa Blanca a tres medios de comunicación. En otra de sus habituales arremetidas contra las “noticias falsas”, acusó a CNN, Politico y MSNOW de difundir “ficción y mentiras”. Una semana después, un juez bloqueó ese veto infantil y ordenó restablecer el acceso de los tres medios. Aunque en este caso la medida quedó sin efecto rápidamente, cualquier ataque a la libertad de prensa debería ponernos en alerta a todos los estadounidenses.
OPINION: Why Trump’s Media Ban Should Scare You
By: Maya Tinajero, Skyline Editor
PHOENIX – On Sept. 18, President Trump decided to ban three media outlets from the White House. The president spewing his usual “fake news” rant accused CNN, Politico, and MSNOW of reporting “fiction and lies.” A judge blocked the president’s infantile ban after a week, stating that all three media outlets should be reinstated. While restoration came swiftly in this case, any attack on the freedom of the press is something all Americans should be cautious about.
Opinión: La sexualización de las mujeres en la publicidad deportiva actual
Por: Libby Foster, Editora de mesa de Skyline
Traducido por: Gloria Delgado Gonzalez, traductora de Skyline
ALPINE – La actriz Sydney Sweeney vuelve a estar en el centro de la polémica, esta vez por su colaboración con Novig, una aplicación de apuestas deportivas. En el primer anuncio nacional de la empresa, que forma parte de la campaña “Just Sports” (“Solo deportes”), Sweeney aparece con poca ropa y con artículos deportivos colocados estratégicamente para cubrir su cuerpo.
OPINION: Modern Sports Marketing and it’s Sexualization of Women
By: Libby Foster, Skyline Copy-Chief
ALPINE – Actor Sydney Sweeney has once again sparked controversy following her partnership with Novig, a sports betting app. This is Novig’s first national ad, which showed Sydney partially clothed and strategically covered by sports equipment as a part of the company’s “Just Sports” campaign.
OPINIÓN: El problema con la prohibición del THC en Texas
Por: Maya Tinajero, editora de Skyline
Traducido por: Gloria Delgado Gonzalez, Traductora de Skyline
ALPINE – La legalidad de la marihuana siempre ha sido un tema polémico y ampliamente debatido en el estado de Texas. Sin embargo, una nueva ley, de la Corte Suprema de Texas, ha impuesto restricciones aún más estrictas sobre los productos con THC derivados del cáñamo. Como expresó James Talarico, candidato demócrata al Senado de Estados Unidos, durante un debate de Representantes en 2025: “Nosotros (los políticos estatales) ahora les estamos diciendo a adultos plenamente capaces cómo deben vivir sus vidas. Este es el Estado niñera en su peor expresión”.
OPINION: The Problem with Texas’ THC Ban
By: Maya Tinajero, Skyline Editor
ALPINE – The legality of marijuana has always been a contentious topic of debate within the state of Texas. However, a new bill made possible by a ruling from the Texas Supreme Court has created even more intense restrictions on hemp-derived THC products. As said by Democrat U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico in a 2025 House debate, “We (state politicians) are now telling full grown adults how to live their lives. This is the nanny state at its worst.”
OPINIÓN: Votar sí a la Ley de Trasplante de Células de los Islotes Pancreáticos
Por: Madi Deskovick, colaboradora de Skyline
ALPINE — A los diez años, fui diagnosticada con diabetes tipo 1. Constantemente me decían que algún día habría una cura, pero durante más de una década no escuché noticias al respecto.
OPINION: Voting Yes for the Pancreas Islet Cell Transplant Bill
By: Madi Deskovick, Skyline Contributor
ALPINE- As a ten-year-old girl, I was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. I was constantly told there would be a cure one day, yet I never heard news of one for over 10 years.
OPINIÓN: No se necesita un muro fronterizo en el Parque Nacional Big Bend
Por: Eero Schauman, colaborador de Skyline
ALPINE — Habiendo recorrido gran parte del país, visitado las ciudades más grandes y varios parques nacionales, nada se compara con Big Bend, y ahora esa experiencia está en riesgo.
OPINION: No Border Wall is Needed in Big Bend National Park
By: Eero Schauman, Skyline Contributor
ALPINE – Having been all over the country, seen the biggest cities and several national parks, nothing has compared to Big Bend and now that experience is at risk.
OPINIÓN: Sul Ross necesita un salario justo para sus estudiantes trabajadores
Por: Viviana Sánchez, Copy-Chief de Skyline
ALPINE — El salario que ofrece Sul Ross State University a sus estudiantes trabajadores está por encima del mínimo federal, pero continúa por debajo del que pagan la mayoría de las universidades públicas en Texas.
OPINION: Sul Ross Needs Fair Pay for Student Workers
By: Viviana Sanchez, Skyline Copy-Chief
ALPINE- Sul Ross pay for student workers is above the federal minimum wage, but below most Texas universities.
OPINION: Trump Considers Hitler-Like Baby Bonus
By: Maya Tinajero, Skyline Desk-Chief
ALPINE - According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, the total fertility rate in the United States is 1.6 children per woman, a less than 1% increase from the year 2023 which marked a record low. This decline in fertility rates seems to have the White house concerned, as the Trump administration is now considering a $5,000 ‘baby bonus’ to encourage women to have more children.
OPINION: The Truth About Life on the Border
OPINION: Why Americans Are So Upset Over the Defunding of National Parks
By: Maya Tinajero, Skyline Desk Chief
ALPINE – On Feb. 14 the Trump administration’s Department of Government Efficiency defunded over 400 national parks, a testament to America’s history, sense of community, and our dedication to preserve our world for future generations.
OPINION: Baldoni V. Lively: A Loss for Women No Matter Who Wins
By: Maya Tinajero, Skyline Desk Chief
ALPINE – 2024 box office success, “It Ends With Us,” has become the setting of ongoing lawsuits between the film’s two leading actors. With all the scandals occurring, the public quickly shared their thoughts on social media. From videos to comment sections, it seems as if everyone has something to say regarding the fallout. However, no matter who's claims are proven true, women everywhere are losing powerful representation.
OPINION: The Threat a Trump Administration Poses to Women
By: Maya Tinajero, Skyline Reporter
ALPINE – “Your body, my choice. Forever,” white supremacist, misogynist and avid supporter of former President Donald Trump Nick Fuentes posted on his X account moments after the presidential election was called in favor of Trump. Some might characterize his comments as satire. But to many women, who are watching their reproductive rights slip away, it’s salt in the wound.
OPINION: The Unfair Stigma of Being a Male Survivor
By Maya Tinajero, Skyline Reporter
ALPINE – October is Domestic Abuse Awareness Month, and while a lot of much-needed attention in focused on female survivors of such heinous actions, there is a severe lack of support for male survivors.
OPINION: Political Rhetoric Has Become Too Extreme
By Dawson Beard, Skyline Editor
ALPINE – It’s an election year, and that means that local, state, and federal politicians are all reaching for the proverbial brass ring of winning their respective elections. That also means ramping up the fear mongering, mudslinging, and inflammatory rhetoric to appease their constituents, sway undecided portions of the electorate, and prey on ignorant voters.