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OPINION: I hate you, I'm sorry

OPINION: I hate you, I’m sorry

Grace Clarke, Opinion Editor October 5, 2023

In a world that often seems fraught with negativity, bitterness and hostility, it's not uncommon to find ourselves grappling with feelings of hate and disdain towards others.  And I feel it all.  While...

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OPINION: Welcome to womanhood

Destiny Torres, Opinion Writer October 4, 2023

“I’ll give you something to smile about.” “Nice legs.” “Come here and ride this…”   These are all things that I have heard while walking down the street, from around the...

OPINION: Cue the music: GOP Debate 2

OPINION: Cue the music: GOP Debate 2

Jackson Small, Opinion Writer October 3, 2023

Seven Republican candidates took the stage once again for the second GOP debate that was held at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley, California. Notably missing from the stage was...

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OPINION: Lyme disease: what is it and why you should care

Carlina Krajnik, Opinion Writer October 3, 2023

The savage tick-borne illness that is Lyme disease has been plaguing America since the 1970s, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that as many as half a million Americans will...

The Flashes prepare to receive a kick from the RedHawks in the third quarter on Sept. 30 at Dix Stadium.

REACTION: Flashes look disappointing in conference opener

Demetri Manousos, Reporter October 2, 2023

Kent State’s football team kicked off conference play with an underwhelming performance against Miami University (OH). After forcing a three-and-out by the RedHawks and driving down the field, Kent State...

OPINION: Why one size fits all needs to become extinct

OPINION: Why one size fits all needs to become extinct

Hannah Bulgrin, Opinion Writer October 2, 2023

As a fashion-centered campus, I’m sure many students continue to stay up to date on the nuances of the “one size fits all” trend that is continuously displayed by large corporations.  Stores...

OPINION: The danger of radical sex positivity

OPINION: The danger of radical sex positivity

Virginia Doherty, Opinion Writer September 29, 2023

Editor's note: The following article contains discussions of sexual violence and assault. Sex-positive feminism has accomplished a lot in the last few decades. It has normalized female pleasure in sex,...

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OPINION: America the gerontocracy: Why our government needs age limits

Aden Graves, Opinion Writer September 28, 2023

America resembles a gerontocracy, and some elderly politicians are still grasping onto power by the seat of their… wheelchairs. Oxford Languages defines a gerontocracy as “a state, society or group...

Illustration by Grace Clarke

OPINION: ‘Laugh Track’ by The National: A Review

Jackson Small, Opinion Writer September 27, 2023

The National, an Ohio native band, released their 10th studio album titled, “Laugh Track” on Monday, September 18. With 12 full-length songs and features such as Phoebe Bridgers and Bon Iver, The National...

Flash takes a trip to the Kent State student section at their first football game against Central Connecticut State on Sept. 16, 2023.

THIS OR THAT: Mascot battle: Let our eagle Flash stay golden

KentWired Editorial Board September 26, 2023

This opinion was written by Grace Davies, Annalexis Davis, Emma Kiko, Janson McNair, Leah Shepard, Jacob Shondel, Grace Springer and Anthony Zacharyasz from KentWired’s editorial board. After reading...

Near Franklin Hall, two black squirrels hang off the sides of a tree on Sunday Jan. 8th, 2022.

THIS OR THAT: Mascot battle: Making Kent’s ‘unofficial’ spokesanimal the real thing

KentWired Editorial Board September 26, 2023

This opinion was written by Matthew Brown, Savana Capp, Grace Clarke, Kelsie Horner, Taina Rivera, Isabella Schreck, Audrey Trevarthan, Anneliese White and Emily Yanchak from KentWired’s editorial board....

Illustration by Grace Clarke

OPINION: Spilling my guts about ‘GUTS’

Chloe Robertson, Opinion Writer September 26, 2023

Olivia Rodrigo’s sophomore album, “GUTS” was released Sept. 8 showcasing what it’s like to be a teenage girl trying to solidify her place in the world. Rodrigo’s songs discuss heartache and insecurities...

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