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Other cities should follow Columbia’s lead when dealing with Occupiers

Occupy Wall Street’s (OWS) local branch, Occupy CoMo, was ordered to remove camping equipment and supplies Monday from outside Columbia City Hall. This demand did not come with a side…

End to honors classes is harmful, uneeded

The proposed elimination of honors-level U.S. Studies courses violates the RBHS mantra of “freedom with responsibility.” Students deserve the freedom to choose a course that best accommodates their needs and…

Unneeded level between on-level, A.P. courses

We have a problem at RBHS.  Though quiet, it exists.  This problem is so insidiously subtle one might not have noticed; its effects aren’t overt.  But, like a twisted weed…

Rhetoric poisons politics

Have you paid attention to any political speeches recently? Every one seems opens with a vapid little rhetorical question that is almost immediately followed by a lengthy diatribe of meaningless…

Headphones distract drivers

Headphones distract drivers

Manufacturers pack so many additional things into cars these days allowing drivers to do almost anything while on the road. From basic radios and CD players to satellite and iPod…

Applications for college need fixing

 The steps for applying to college are staggering. There is an endless stream of essays, monotonous paperwork, difficult coursework and a need for increasingly higher standardized test scores. There needs…

Advisory wastes time: Program impacts productivity

Advisory wastes time: Program impacts productivity

Picture this: You’re in a classroom, but the teacher’s not giving a lesson, so you have an hour and a half to do assignments. This doesn’t sound that bad on…

Election 2012: Perry provides America with ‘right’ man for future

Since his inauguration in 2009, President Barack Obama, despite his good intentions, has fallen short in completing his Presidential duties. A presidency that is ineffective in satisfying American’s needs allows…

Election 2012: Obama offers American unity, stable platform

There are many factors to take into account when planning a bid for the presidency. The most important of those right now are economic difficulties and the disputes in Iraq…

Graduation demands ample, few benefits

High school graduation requirements in Missouri prevent students from reaching their full potential. Students spend four years working through the 24 credits, six a year. The number isn’t so absurd…

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