I refuse to be a target
In the aftermath of Orlando, we must work harder to prevent the horrific consequences of homophobia and transphobia.
Articles by Comment Editor
The beginning of a conservative reformation
Times have changed since Harper became prime minister. Now will the Conservative Party of Canada do the same?
A tale of two parties
In late May, Liberals and Conservatives held simultaneous national conventions in a whirlwind of politicking and policy. It was a unique comparison that revealed particularly…
Putting education front and centre
Michael Barkman, Chairperson of the Canadian Federation of Students – MB, weighs in on U of M budget cuts.
The lack of indigenous student engagement
Boozhoo, Waabishkigaabo nindizhinikaaz Biizu ndoodem, Wauzhushk Onigum Indoonji-baa. I am writing this article in response to there being no candidate to fill the Aboriginal student representative position on UMSU council during this year’s election. I hope to provide encouraging words for our current indigenous students who are thinking about getting involved, and for those who have no wish to be involved.
Marijuana legalization in Canada is coming…eventually
Since Justin Trudeau’s election there has been mounting pressure to see fulfilled his promise to legalize the recreational use of marijuana. Although the criminalization of…
A vote for Clinton isn’t a vote for equality for women
The U.S. presidential hopefuls have begun their countrywide campaign to determine who will represent the Republican and Democratic parties in the upcoming election. The two…
Waverley underpass panders to wealthy suburbanites
City council has officially approved the Waverley St. railway underpass, the price tag of which is a staggering $155 million. All but one member of…
Academic integrity needs a more nuanced approach
Academic dishonesty has been a recent point of focus for the Manitoban. In particular, the articles “Academic dishonesty on the rise” (Feb 10) and “The…
Say ‘yes’ to UMFM
During this year’s UMSU election, campus radio station 101.5 UMFM will be asking the student body to raise its levy by $1.50 per student, per…