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Everyone has the right to protest – even if we don’t like what they’re saying

February 24, 2016

Following recent clashes between anti-Islamic group Pegida and anti-racism protesters, Ryan McBride discusses why no group should be prevented from voicing their opinion. Read more…

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Should we vote for the benefit of our local area or our nation?

February 24, 2016

With the general election only days away, Brein McGinn discusses why he is still an undecided voter. Read more…

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Defiance against student loans must be heard

February 10, 2016

Following the announcement of plans to introduce student loans, Sean Cassidy speaks about why students need to rally against this new scheme. Read more…

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An insight view – My night in an overcrowded emergency room

February 10, 2016

Aoibheann Diver describes how her stay in an emergency department allowed her to recognise the severity of overcrowding in hospitals Read more…

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2C-B and Ireland’s party drug culture

February 10, 2016

Sarah Magliocco takes a look at the growing popularity of drugs amongst young people, and discusses the importance of educating yourself before you experiment Read more…

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The retaliation cycle keeps on spinning

December 2, 2015

Following the horror of the Paris attacks, Aidan Delaney asks if retaliating with more violence is really the answer. Read more…

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Women’s problems are so much greater than deciding what to wear

December 2, 2015

Cliona Nic Dhomhaill talks about how modern feminism often undermines some of the struggles facing women around the world. Read more…

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Catholic or otherwise, every child has the right to an equal education

December 2, 2015

Laura Roddy discusses why it’s time to remove religious influence from Irish schools. Read more…

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Is Instagram more of a complete sham?

November 18, 2015

Conor Jack Martin explains why we need to separate real life expectations from the often superficial app. Read more…

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Finally facing the reality of drug addiction

November 18, 2015

Following the announcement that the country’s first injection centre will soon open its doors, Shauna Bowers discusses how it will benefit both drug users and Irish society. Read more…

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We need to put an end to body shaming

November 18, 2015

Kayla Gaffney talks about the impact body shaming is having on the mental health of young people. Read more…

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Web Summit 2015: Where desperation and hope come alive

November 9, 2015

Is Ireland really the source of the Web Summit’s problems? Read more…

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Transgender uniforms will make Ireland an even more open society

October 28, 2015

Cliona Nic Dhomhnaill talks about plans to introduce transgender uniforms to schools. Read more…

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Sexy costumes shouldn’t be a Halloween essential

October 28, 2015

In the run up to Halloween, we are bombarded by advertisements for costume shops showcasing what feels like an extensive variation of costumes. There is, however, one stark consistency to the style of these ensembles. While Read more…

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SeaWorld – the cruelty behind the ‘entertaining’ spectacle

October 28, 2015

Imagine being forced to share an apartment with people you don’t know from different cultures for the rest of your life. You wouldn’t be allowed to leave whenever you want and food would be brought Read more…

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Should the Private Lives of Politicians stay private?

October 14, 2015

Lisa O’Donnell discusses whether or not the public put too much of a focus on the personal lives of those in power. Read more…

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The Disposable Fashion Generation is crippling the environment

October 14, 2015

Sarah Magliocco explains why we should be more ethically conscious when purchasing and disposing of clothing. Read more…

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Tattoos & Piercings: A Style Statement or Obstacle to Employment?

October 14, 2015

Rebecca Keane argues that tattoos and piercings should never be used as an excuse to dismiss employees from the workplace. Read more…

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Is Reverse Voting the Answer to Electing a More Satisfactory Government?

September 30, 2015

Ryan McBride discusses whether or not reverse voting would be a suitable alternative to our current voting system. Read more…

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Don’t reduce the value of culture for the sake of a fashion statement

September 30, 2015

Following the ban of Native American headdresses at many music festivals this summer, Lisa O’Donnell looks into the debate on cultural appropriation. Read more…

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A referendum on abortion is likely to lead to minimum change

September 30, 2015

Sean Cassidy responds to Taoiseach Enda Kenny’s recent comments that he will not commit to repealing the 8th amendment if Fine Gael return to government. Read more…

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Is Leaving Cert Maths Overvalued?

August 13, 2015

As over 50,000 students opened their Leaving Certificate results yesterday, Ryan McBride discusses why he thinks the exams put too much of an emphasis on Maths. Read more…

Opinion

You Say Goodbye, If I Say Hello

April 22, 2015

Aidan Delaney takls about the challenges men face when approaching a girl in a nightclub Read more…

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Change in the Political Status Quo is Inevitable

April 22, 2015

Leandro Pondoc discusses whether new political parties will ever overcome the power of Fine Gael and Fianna Fail. Read more…

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Out of Sight, Out of Mind?

April 22, 2015

Cliona Nic Dhomhnaill explains why she thinks the French laws in place to combat eating disorders are severely flawed. Read more…

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