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Ingber ’15: The oldest hatred in new and old forms

Anti-Semitism is not something we talk about on college campuses. While we may discuss anti-Semitism abstractly in academic conversations, it is something we believe we are beyond, something reminiscent of backward 20th century totalitarian regimes. But this ancient hatred of Jews persists around the ...

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Ingber ’15: The value of President Simmons’ voice

The Center for the Study of Slavery and Justice is bursting onto the scene this semester, organizing various educational events and programs that have already reached wide audiences on campus. In coordination with the University’s 250th celebration, the center has shed light on important themes surrounding ...

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Ingber '15: Unsportsmanlike conduct for Rice and the NFL

I love football. There is nothing better than grabbing a bunch of friends and watching a close NFL game on a Sunday afternoon in the fall. Rivalries are intense, traditions loom large, and the Super Bowl never ceases to disappoint. But the recent events surrounding Ray Rice’s battering of his fiancee ...

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Ingber '15: Zionism is not racism

On Nov. 10, 1975, the United Nations adopted a resolution in which it declared, “Zionism is a form of racism and racial discrimination.” The United States staunchly opposed the resolution, with then-Ambassador to the United Nations (and future Democratic Senator) Daniel Patrick Moynihan noting before ...

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Ingber '15: Human rights for all?

Human rights, in the legal framework established by the 1948 Universal Declaration of Human Rights, are absolute and inviolable. The Declaration considers it essential that “human rights should be protected by the rule of law.”  In this spirit, the United Nations Commission on Human Rights was ...

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Ingber '15: Abolish the UCS categorization system

One of the most amazing things about Brown is the passion and energy students dedicate to extracurricular activities. Brown students use their time to achieve unbelievable heights outside the classroom. From giving back to Providence to launching technology startups to getting involved in political ...

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Ingber '15: Shibboleth

There are many religious students at Brown. Cheery students from the Christian Fellowship frequently give out hot chocolate on the Main Green. Catholic Mass is packed with students. The Muslim Students’ Association and Brown/RISD Hillel are central parts of many students’ college experiences. But ...

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Ingber '15: The importance of the filibuster

What Republicans are doing is wrong. Refusing to fill vacancies on the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, regardless of President Obama’s choice of nominee, is an unacceptable response to the reality of a Democrat occupying the White House. It is inexcusable to hold arguably the ...

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Ingber '15: UCS should stay focused on Brown

Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission is undoubtedly one of the most controversial Supreme Court decisions in recent memory. In a 5-4 decision, the court struck down limits on independent expenditures for corporations and labor unions as unconstitutional. The opinions penned by the court were ...

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Ingber '15: Free speech at Brown?

With all the buzz about the strategic plan, there has been no shortage of discussion surrounding Brown’s mission statement and larger purpose as a university or university-college. And while the debate has often revolved around the centrality of undergraduates to our educational philosophy, I’d ...

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