Category: Opinion

 Though French President Emmanuel Macron condemned President Donald Trump for embracing nationalism at a World War I ceremony in Paris, nationalism can bring several benefits to society. Nationalists try to build strong countries that put their people and priorities first.  Nationalism is not racism. While the term is often incorrectly associated with white supremacists, the term does not actually refer […]

“So… will it have more lifeboats?” That is the most common question I have heard from my friends about the Titanic II, which is currently under construction. Although reports indicate the working replica of the doomed ship will indeed have more and better lifeboats, there are other reasons why it would be best for it to never sail. Although replicas […]

A barren, suffocating world where life as we know it is over is often the premise of Hollywood’s latest sci-fi blockbuster or the setting of a novel that’s soared to the top of the bestseller list. Rarely do we think of such disaster happening in our own lifetime. But according to recent reports on the effects of climate change, it’s […]

I first met Emma Smith, our A-section copy editor, in a magazine writing class more than two years ago, but our friendship extends beyond the classroom.  Through thick and thin, we both work tirelessly for the Liberty Champion. Without her positive attitude and incredible work ethic, this newspaper would not be the proficient piece of art you hold in your […]

The true crime genre has long been a staple of prime-time television, luring viewers into killing time and productivity for an hour of entertainment and intrigue.  From as early as the era of Greek tragedy, stories focusing on humanity’s “dark side” have never failed to captivate audiences. “These are things that we know happen, but that most of us will […]

Do you really know how your online data is being used? In light of major scandals involving companies like Facebook and Apple, most people want to know what data companies are collecting and how they use it. In response to the public’s concerns, Apple CEO Tim Cook announced in a conference Oct. 24 that he supports changing American laws to […]

My life took a turn for the worse one Sunday morning. I was only 6-years-old, but the repercussions of that moment will live with me forever.  Following Sunday school, before the main service at church, I trotted on my tiny legs to the community room, where all the grown-ups socialized and discussed boring adult stuff before entering the sanctuary. In […]

When Canada legalized recreational marijuana nationwide Oct. 17, many speculated the United States might be next in line to legalize the substance, as several states have already taken this step. While certain chemicals found in marijuana are used to make FDA-approved prescription drugs, recreational marijuana should not be legalized at this time in the U.S. Marijuana use poses health and […]

Every week, millions of people convince themselves that they will be the lucky ones to defy the odds and win the lottery. When the Powerball and Mega Millions go unclaimed for numerous drawings and the value hits astronomical numbers, thousands more people take their chances on cashing out a ticket. The lottery, America’s most lucrative form of entertainment, preys on […]

On Oct. 16, Canada legalized marijuana. This decision came as great news to some and a frustration to others.  While Canada’s 13 provinces and territories have yet to establish their own regulation about obtaining marijuana and where it can be consumed, this decision is a significant step for the culture at large. Only time will determine the ultimate legal and […]