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The Cougar Chronicle

The independent student news site of San Marcos, California

The Cougar Chronicle

The independent student news site of San Marcos, California

The Cougar Chronicle

Opinion

The Dream of a New Beginning

The Dream of a New Beginning

Anna Maria Petrov, Staff Writer September 30, 2015

Coming to a new country can be frightening, but being with family makes this transition easier to get through. When my mom, dad and I won green cards, we were very excited to move to the United States. Saying goodbye to our family back home was hard. We were sad to be moving to a new continent far...

Trump vs. El Chapo, Who Would Win?

Pierson Cepeda, Staff Writer September 30, 2015

Donald Trump is an interesting man, to say the least. Not only is he a presidential candidate running a controversial campaign for next year, he is also a successful businessman and TV personality, known for his bluntness. One of the contentious issues that he seeks to address within his campaign...

Donald Trump’s War on Women

Nicole Holman, Community News Editor September 30, 2015

Donald Trump is now a name not only heard when talking about business tycoons or reality TV hosts. He is now a Republican candidate running in the upcoming presidential election. Convinced that his “tell it like it is” style of rants and is an actual platform, Trump seems to have targeted a specific...

Hecho en Mexico

Sydney Aldana, Staff Writer September 30, 2015

While I was in 2nd grade I had a conversation with my substitute teacher that went something like this:“I’m Mexican.” “Really?” “Yeah.” “Like half Mexican?” “No, both my parents are Mexican.” “Are you sure?” “Yes.” “You might want to go home and ask your parents.” “Why?” “You...

My Filipino-American Experience

Resty Grey, Senior Staff Writer September 30, 2015

Along with many Americans, I am apart of a subculture of people with immigrant parents. My siblings and I are first-generation Filipino-Americans. Unlike many immigrants in America, I have had the privileges that come with being a U.S. citizen since day one. It’s ironic to think of an American being...

Why I reject the melting pot

Jessica Castro, Staff Writer September 30, 2015

The idea of holding onto your ethnic identity in the United States is not often greeted with understanding. Knowing where you came from eventually will fade away as you become a part of the "melting pot" of society. To be honest, I have never felt comfortable with that term. It reminds me of a giant...

Trump has no place in politics

Wes Howlett, Copy Editor September 30, 2015

Celebrity business magnate, Donald Trump, currently leads in the race to win the Republican nomination. Given the state of U.S. politics, this isn’t much of a surprise. Voters are sick of the gridlock in Washington, and many have come to distrust career politicians. Trump represents a break with...

Don’t let others stomp out your voice: The Adventures of Comic Con

Erik De La Cruz, Staff Writer September 29, 2015

San Diego is often associated with one event that occurs annually and that is Comic Con. I had always dreamed of being able to walk the halls of the convention center with like-minded individuals/nerds who are obsessed with elements of comics, art and stories. People who are allowed to flourish with...

Hermit-Island

Michael Tran, Staff Writer September 29, 2015

This summer I traveled to my bedroom. This is not a joke; I love staying at home. I am an introvert. I traveled to what my girlfriend and I call “Hermit-Island”. It should be on the “Top Ten Places To Travel To Before You Die.” Full disclosure, I am a hermit. I know the extroverts out there...

Summer spent under the electric sky

Summer spent under the electric sky

Collin Vaz, Web Editor and Social Media Manager September 29, 2015

The Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) held at the Motor Speedway in Las Vegas is unlike any music event of the summer. It is an adventure with your closest friends in a place with a magical energy in the air, cultivated and cherished by those who attend. The weekend is a refreshing step back from our...

The summer class that changed my life

Chelsey Gonzalez, Staff Writer September 29, 2015

Even though there are countless activities for college students to do during summer break, most of us choose to sit on the couch playing video games or binge watching Netflix and HBO. This summer I wanted to do more. I decided to take a few classes to get ahead. This was a great decision because...

Summer Traveling is a Must

Ali Elston, Staff Writer September 29, 2015

What is it about travel? The excitement associated with adventure? The expectation of a new escapade? Whatever the motivation, travel is something we all should experience. This summer, I spent my days exploring the forest landscape of Pennsylvania. The first thing I noticed was the architecture....

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