Pradyot Sharma Opinion Editor With most of the results from the midterm elections declared, the Democrats have regained control of the House while the Republicans are poised to increase their Senate majority. The verdict from the midterm elections is a stark reflection of the political split in the country. However, this can serve as a golden opportunity for D.C. to show bipartisanship and address pressing issues in our government. There have been mixed signals from President Donald Trump who, on Tuesday, tweeted support for Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi from California, who…
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Real news is about truth, not sensation
Public service journalism demands that we report on relevant hot topics. Sometimes this may involve the mistakes of an organization or individual being cast in the limelight, leading people to ask, “Why are you concerned with my business?” Any fair journalist must be willing to answer this serious question before they take on an issue. An honest reporter will agree that sensationalism isn’t the point of publishing a story. Sure, singer Ariana Grande ending her engagement to comedian Pete Davidson might get more clicks due to its sensational value, but…
Read MoreHearings evidence Kavanaugh wrong choice for top court
Pradyot Sharma Opinion Editor While the Senate hearings on the sexual misconduct allegations against Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh did not bring conclusive evidence to warrant closure, Kavanaugh’s statements and body language showed us he is not temperamentally fit for the top court. Throughout the hearing, Kavanaugh seemed more like a candidate fighting for political office rather than someone vying for a lifetime position that demands neutrality. Last Thursday, in a move taken from a political playbook, Kavanaugh said in his opening statement that the sexual harassment scandal was “revenge…
Read MorePeople make mistakes; let’s acknowledge them
Pradyot Sharma Opinion Editor Damage control is an immediate reaction for people today. The immediate reaction to any situation has become minimizing backlash no matter who is at fault. We see that from politicians, religious organizations, businesses and just about anyone who has come out on the wrong side of a news story. While maintaining a good public image is vital for brand value, the alarming rate at which people try to come out on top just to advance their agenda is creating the false illusion that humanity can do…
Read MoreOpinion: McCain’s legacy is a lesson in bipartisanship
Pradyot Sharma Opinion Editor While answering questions at a town hall meeting in Lakeville, Minnesota, during the 2008 presidential campaign, Republican candidate John McCain was told by a supporter about the then-Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama: “I can’t trust Obama. I have read about him, and he is not… he is an Arab.” McCain cut her off with a nod of disapproval and, taking the microphone back, went on to defend Obama, saying: “No, ma’am. He’s a decent family man (and) citizen that just … I just happen to have…
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