I enjoy reading Cedric Lansangan’s articles in the Cougar Chronicle. The writing is crisp and fresh, and Cedric is not afraid to cut to the chase with his point of view. I felt I had to comment on his article regarding the CC Unit’s vigilantism. Inclusion of law enforcement in vigilantism may...

It befuddles me to read such a blatantly biased article published in our school newspaper. The article which attacks International Men’s Day as “unnecessary” is such an affront to reason, that it begs a response. First, the author’s bias is clearly shown numerous times throughout the article,...

Editor’s Note: The Cougar Chronicle reached out to ASI, and ASI respectfully declined response to this letter. The recent Cougar Chronicle article failed to include three critical facts that tell the true story behind the lawsuit brought by CSUSM Students for Life (SFL) and my challenge to the University’s...

  The top 1 percent earn $500,000 or more — a great income. Most people only get to that level after many years of hard work, and quite possibly the accumulation of serious debt to fund their education and build their business. Of course, there are people who make more than $500,000...

  For the past few weeks, demonstrators at CSUSM, protesting on behalf of diversity and in response to the sudden departure of former Diversity Chair, Arturo Ocampo, have been chanting: “Ain’t no power like the power of the people because the power of the people don’t stop,” and “Say...

The faculty of the CSU, including Cal State San Marcos, plan to go on strike for five days on April 13-­15 and 18-­19 if we not obtain a 5% raise by that time. We don’t want to go on strike, but we will, and here’s why. Faculty working conditions are student learning conditions, and you can’t...

By Katia Brunson  Opinion Assistant  Her vocal chops are inspirational. Her passionate and poetic lyrics move you with themes about feminism, motherhood, sexuality, relationships and expressing your inner badass. She manages her own career in addition to being a mother. Needless to say, Beyonce...

By Anna Maria Petrov Staff Writer  Thanksgiving brings forth a feeling of joy and anticipation. This holiday has the potential to bring people together with each other and their families. During the holidays, people tend to feel more happy and full of cheer, but Thanksgiving takes that a step...