Opinion

The moderator was incredibly good and there was actually some substantive debate, but the candidates repeated certain phrases and sentence structures WAY TOO MANY TIMES Trump: If you look at what’s happening we have amazing testing that gives us more cases. 47 years, he’s been there 47 years and he hasn’t done anything! Why didn’t […]

“I’ve just been doing all this stuff, and I haven’t gotten sick” In this series of investigative pieces, The California Aggie investigates how the COVID-19 crisis has affected the lives of individuals in our community. “Tell it to me one more time,” I say, clicking my recorder on. “Alright. Now?” replies Chris Boyd, 18. “Now,” […]

Gov. Newsom recently issued an executive order outlining a ban on the sale of fossil fuels by 2035, but is this enough? Newsom’s administration itself has issued nearly 1,700 oil and gas permits this year alone  Earlier this month, millions of Americans tuned in to the vice presidential debate to watch Mike Pence, Kamala Harris […]

Finding the middle ground, underground We all know how divisive politics can be these days. From the economy, foreign policy and whether literal human beings deserve basic human rights, there always seems to be contentious arguments that break out from political discussions. In an astounding show of democratic compromise, however, the DNC and RNC have […]

Masks protect the health of you and those around you The current political climate of our country has been one of the many contributing factors of this ongoing pandemic. Despite the obvious health benefits of wearing a mask, many have opted out of this precaution as a tribute to their political party. By not wearing […]

Corporations and institutions like the university must be proactive in setting and meeting environmental goals After spending weeks inside, whether it be because the air quality index is over 200, the temperature is over 100 degrees or because of the global pandemic, it’s not surprising that many college-age students complain about 2020. In fact, some […]

And don’t even get me started on heteronyms! When I sit down to write articles like this one, I do so under the impression that I am a “writer.” I was recently informed, however, that I am not in fact a “writer.” No, no, no, I don’t mean that I was fired. I mean that […]

The Editorial Board shares the little moments and activities keeping us upbeat while at home all day As week two comes to a close, with midterms around the corner and asynchronous lectures piling up, many of us are trying to find a routine amid constant Zoom meetings and the technological challenges of a virtual quarter. […]

UC Davis should postpone mandatory lectures, exams on Nov. 3 so students can focus on voting Young people are told to vote every election, but this year it really is important to fill out our ballots, send them in and make our voices heard. The next president will be decided in November, but there are […]

While you still pay full fare, the University has been doing less and less of what it is supposed to do On Sept. 25, campus administration quietly and unilaterally decided to eliminate physical education (PE) instruction starting Winter Quarter 2021. While the elimination of PE classes that can help to improve and de-stress the pressurized […]

Aggie editors reflect on the value of student journalism and our personal experiences The California Aggie, as we are quick to tell family, friends and strangers around campus (who may or may not have asked), is a student-run and independent publication that is the best hands-on experience for students interested in reporting and aspects of […]

Eased restrictions on indoor businesses means greater social responsibility from individuals As we return to Davis, the Editorial Board urges all students to do so safely and responsibly in accordance with all public health directives to protect our community against the spread of COVID-19.  On Sept. 30, Yolo County eased restrictions for select businesses to […]