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Senior Martha Walton reacts to speeches against gun violence at Firehouse 1. Students left class at 10 a.m. to participate in the walkout, March 14.

March amplifies voices

March 16, 2018

In light of the recent Parkland shooting, activism surrounding gun violence is on the rise with students at the forefront. Because of this, the voices of teenagers are more important than ever. The recent...

Recent mass shootings increase mental health stigma

Recent mass shootings increase mental health stigma

Isaac Wahl March 13, 2018

The recent mass school shooting in Florida and the Trump administration’s response provokes many questions and debates exploring the correlation between mental illness and gun violence. According...

Speakers and students stand on stage at the Protect Minnesota rally regarding recent school shootings and gun violence in our country, Feb. 22.

Students must understand consequences, reasons for walkout

March 12, 2018

Students who wish to participate in a walkout during school hours should be aware of the consequences which come with this protest. Those who walkout of class will be marked absent from the classes they...

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We need to talk about Janelle Monáe

Isaac Wert February 23, 2018

If you’ve read my most recent “Cut Through the Noise” column, you know how I feel about music in 2018 so far. But after sifting through countless amelodic and uninspired new releases, I’ve struck...

Hair care products line the shelves at Walmart in Eden Praire, which does not restrict its hair products.

Walmart hair care product lock-up exposes injustice in some stores

Aisha Abdi February 22, 2018

According to the New York Times, Walmart is currently facing a lawsuit from Essie Grundy, an African-American woman, who feels as if she was treated as a criminal. When Grundy walked into a California...

Movement for Black Lives releases anti-zionist platform

Movement for Black Lives releases anti-zionist platform

Ruby Stillman February 21, 2018

When I reached out my hand to introduce myself to a friend at a jewish youth group convention, I didn’t think twice about proudly displaying my Black Lives Matter (BLM) bracelet. My friend claimed that...

Racist Indians logo to be removed

Racist Indians logo to be removed

Emma Yarger February 20, 2018

Major League Baseball took a major step forward by mandating that the Cleveland Indians remove their racist logo for the 2019 season. Although, larger problems exist as both the league and the team...

Sexual assault policies need change

Sexual assault policies need change

Amaia Barajas February 20, 2018

Famed Michigan State University (MSU) and USA Gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar was recently sentenced to 40-175 years in prison after more than 150 gymnasts accused him of sexual misconduct. These assaults...

Gun control stalemate desensitizes shootings

Gun control stalemate desensitizes shootings

Emma Kempf February 16, 2018

On Jan. 23, a student in Kentucky shot and killed two people at Marshall County High School and injured eighteen others. The event marked the eleventh school shooting of 2018 and roughly the 50th of...

Environment fosters conservative hate

Environment fosters conservative hate

Mimi Fhima February 15, 2018

The Park community prides itself in graciously accepting people of all religions, ethnicities and socio-economic statuses. While Park does an exceptional job of this, we are, shamefully, nowhere near accepting...

Famous artists accused of sexual assault spark conflict

Famous artists accused of sexual assault spark conflict

February 14, 2018
In light of recent sexual assault allegations, debates have begun regarding whether or not it is acceptable to consume art or media produced by creators who have criminal records or pending accusations against them.
Art illustration by Nietzsche Deuel.

Climate Plan creates opportunity for student action toward environmental sustainability

February 14, 2018

On Feb. 5, the St. Louis Park City Council unanimously passed a brand new Climate Action Plan spearheaded by Park’s own Roots and Shoots, iMatter, and the St. Louis Park Environment and Sustainability...

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