by Michael Pettinari '09 in Commentary
Movies have a special quality about them. There are elements in a good movie that make you feel that you are a part of that story. An emotional connection with his audience is any artist's main goal. This is why I am a film minor. It also happens that I suck at math, science, business, theology, philosophy, and any other minor that is available here at Providence College.
The first presidential debate for the 2008 election is full of contradictions, tension, and untruths
by Joe Sirianni '10 in Commentary
Friday night's first Presidential debate between Senators Barack Obama and John McCain can be described entirely in two words: Mind-numbing. Each candidate was too busy selling himself to really respond to any of the questions with the energy and assertive nature I have become accustomed to seeing in a presidential contender.
by Andrew Sparks '09 in Commentary
The people of China have once again been betrayed by their government, a government which consistently covers up public health hazards and suppresses popular demands in order to keep up appearances on the international stage. In the past, terrible food quality controls, work-safety violations, and violent police action have typified the underhanded and irresponsible behavior of the Chinese government.
by Mark Scirocco '10 in Commentary
Barack Obama's announcement of Joe Biden as his vice-presidential nominee in mid-August was praised as the turning point for the Obama campaign. The Delaware senator's experience, rhetorical skills, and "fighting" persona were said to be just what Obama needed to take down McCain in November.
by in Commentary
Television's artful destruction. As someone who is notoriously distrustful of technological advances (I probably get it from my mother), I often find myself livid at the extent to which television has indubitably invaded the minds of America. A fascinating novelty in the 1950s, the tube has now become a culturally-entrenched villain.
2008 Woodie Awards