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Five of History’s Greatest Heroes

By
Ian Mason
In Editorial
November 8, 2017
7 Min read
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  Who Were Really Less Than Heroic   The world needs a hero, or at least, it craves one. The world is a brutal, unjust place, and we gravitate towards people who fight for a grand cause, never wavering in the face of unfathomable opposition or crushing despair. These people inspire us, and we view them as symbols of hope and courage in a world characterized by fear and loathing. If they seem...

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Why Kurds Should Vote “Yes” in the Referendum, But “No” for Independence

By Hunter Norwick
In News
September 14, 2017
18 Min read
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On September 25 residents living in KRG-controlled areas will vote on whether Iraqi Kurdistan should sever itself from Baghdad and become an independent state. For now, we can assume that at least Israel will support the Kurds seizing the reins over their own destiny. This unique amity is the fruit of a mutual apprehension of an imploding Arab world and the security threats posed by Turkey and...

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