Thomas Wesner, a law professor Boston College, and Peter Skerry, a professor in the political science department, addressed the divisions present in the United States and their growing importance in politics.
News, On Campus
Rappaport Center Sparks Dialogue on Felon Disenfranchisement
To kick off the weekend before the midterm elections, Boston College Law hosted four guest speakers on Friday to discuss the role that criminal conviction plays in voter and social disenfranchisement and the issues it poses to democracy.
Opinions, Column
Why We Need Our Sleep
“That’s why I’m baffled when people stay up all night studying for exams. I would much rather spend fewer hours studying, and get a good night’s sleep. We would probably get the same grade anyway.”
Blog, TU/TD
Leather After Columbus Day: TU/TD
“These bizarre inconsistencies regarding the ninth of October every year, I hope, represent a declining public consensus on the merit of the holiday.”
Off Campus, News
A Guide To Boston Study Spots Ahead Of Midterm Week
The city’s best spots to study ahead of midterm week, along with some details about what each offers.
News, Column, Featured Column
Civil War May Be Brewing Among GOP Heavyweights
The Republican Party’s post-celebration hangover is a sudden identity crisis that will have tremendous implications for 2016. In other words, the GOP might now be its own worst enemy.
Opinions, Column
Thumbs Up To The Things That Keep Us Sane During Midterms
When our midterm schedule has caused us to lose our faith in any good in the world, we just look out to the changing leaves and beautiful trees and wish we were outside.
