Author: CV Opinion
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How far have we come with youth politics?
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Michelle Martin discusses the younger generation’s involvement in politics in recent years from BREXIT to the US Presidential…
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Haters will hate, but can Twitter stop them tweeting?
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Ciara Del Grosso bates discusses the recent deactivation of Twitter accounts in an attempt to combat hate speech.
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Understanding consent: it is okay to say no
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Following the broadcast of author Louise O’Neill’s documentary ‘Asking for it’, opinion editor Shirley Donlon discusses the definition…
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The college that cried ‘fire’
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The excessive use of fire drills in universities is making students less reactive to actual fires, writes Laura…
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Enda Kenny vs porn
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In a year so focused on repealing the Eighth Amendment, Bronwyn O’Neill believes that Fine Gael leader, Enda…
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Cigarette deterrent going up in smoke
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An increase in the price of cigarettes will not be enough to stop students smoking, writes Emily Crowley.
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Has traditional teaching passed its sell-by date?
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With almost 10,000 leaving certificate exam appeals this year, Opinion Editor Shirley Donlon looks into the difference between…
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Vulnerable victims regret getting vaccinations
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Following the distribution of the HPV vaccine that left hundreds of young Irish girls suffering from chronic fatigue,…
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Clubs and societies: An attraction or a distraction?
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Does joining clubs and societies distract from the academic side of education at University or do they add…
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Remembering all life lost in 1916
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Irish people are finally opening up to the reality of the year 1916 and remembering our lost generation,…
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Dublin Bus strike leaves students stranded
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Recent Dublin Bus strikes have left many commuters without service. As someone who relies on the company on…
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Ireland needs to wake up to injustice – it’s time to repeal
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Following the release of The Repeal Project’s video ‘We Face This Land’ expressing strong views regarding the possible…
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Should Ireland look to European methods of student housing?
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The struggle to secure student accommodation is becoming more difficult every year. Conor Hawkins asks if Ireland should…
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Is ‘period leave’ an example of inequality in the workplace?
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With some companies now introducing period leave for female employees, Shauna Bowers explains why she thinks the allowance…
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Climate change can no longer be ignored
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Sonja Sjogren speaks about why people need to start taking the consequences of climate change more seriously.
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Europe, don’t turn your back on refugees now
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With crisis talks in place to resolve the refugee crisis, Lisa O’Donnell discusses why Europe cannot turn its…
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It’s time to stop complaining and just accept water charges
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With water charges at the centre of discussions surrounding the formation of a new government, Aoibheann Diver asks…
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Lone traveller – would the fear get in your way?
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Travelling alone often poses many dangers, especially for women, but Sarah Magliocco explains why the risk will never…
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Should colleges stand by the USI?
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With UCD students voting against rejoining the Union of Students in Ireland, Aisling McCabe explains that while there…
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If the Catholic Church is to survive, reform is essential
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It has been at the centre of shocking scandals over the past few years. Hannah Moran explains what…
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Breaking down the stigma surrounding mental health
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As the number of students with mental health issues reaches an alarming level, Sarah Magliocco discusses how stigma…
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Kesha is giving a voice of victims of abuse
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With the high profile court case between singer Kesha and producer Dr Dre capturing the attention of the…
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‘Lad culture’ should not excuse revenge porn
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Shauna Bowers takes a look at the growing rate of revenge porn and the consequences it can have…
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Will Ireland’s youth turn out to vote in #GE16?
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Leandro Pondoc asks whether or not young people have become engaged in politics in the run up to…
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Everyone has the right to protest – even if we don’t like what they’re saying
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Following recent clashes between anti-Islamic group Pegida and anti-racism protesters, Ryan McBride discusses why no group should be…
