The Voice of the Students of Montana State University Billings
Dear Obama: A Letter to the President
I really, really wanted you to be MY president.
Somewhere Beyond Bigger Bombs and Breast Implants
Our children are quick to pick up on the way we treat each other, and unfortunately, in a patriarchy, it is our daughters who experience firsthand our society’s ugly side.
An English Major’s Dissection of “The Perfect Couple” Joke
the joke remains untouched and unexamined for what was truly said: was it really sexist, or was it using sexist comments deceptively to place a joke on another
An Opposition to Health Care Reform
The largest issue is our loss of freedom that will result from this bill.
FEMINIST (fem-i-nist) N. A supporter of women’s claims to be given rights, opportunities, and treatment equal to those of men.
I read the article about the “Perfect Couple” joke in the March 26 edition of the Retort, and it has been too long since I saw such an exquisite example of satirical verse!
How refreshing and inspiring to read an article like Jen Gross’s “Every Woman Should Have a Mooncup.”
The “C” Word and Other “-ism” Words
No, not that one. The other one. Communism.
To leave politics to some charismatic speechifying savior and/or to the occult machinations of an oligarchy is to give up on “democracy” entirely.
we often overlook the impact we have upon the sea with our diets
The Salvation Army’s Meals on Wheels service provides a simple dinner to Billings’ inner-city community
ALL Advocates for Shriners to Bring Animal-Free Circus to Billings
ALL waved signs that included such slogans as “Boycott the circus,” “Abolish slavery,” “Stop elephant abuse,” and “Explain the whips and chains to your children.”
Every Woman Should Have a Mooncup
Unbeknownst to many, these are eco-friendly, healthful alternatives to the 11,000 disposable feminine hygiene products each woman will throw away during the span of her menstrual life.
Poker: Entertainment or Playing with Fire
When I tell people that I deal poker for a living I get one of two reactions
Health care reform right for students
The reform bill that I supported and the President signed into law is right for Montanans.
Joe Wilson, ACORN, Grapes, and the Republican Party
So what with the GOP shrinking and Hispanics and Blacks increasing their voting power I have to ask...
You Won’t Like Him When He’s Angry
If the president wants you dead, you’re dead. Ain’t America great?
There is No Such Thing as a Perfect Joke
Recently, a joke titled The Perfect Couple was published in the Potty Press and posted in the bathroom stalls in the dorms
Peace on Your Plate, Peace in the World
“As long as there are slaughterhouses, there will be battlefields.” - Leo Tolstoy
Faulty Logic Perpetuates Sexist Attitudes
Cosgrove belittled the female reporter with a sexist remark, by way of a faulty analogy
For this there is no greater love than sacrificial love.
Watching parts of the National Tea Party Convention this weekend
Obama, the Chia pet? If you were President, wouldn’t you rather have shoes thrown at you?
I urge you to sign the petition I-160 that calls for an end to trapping on Montana ‘s public lands.
when we examine the purest principles of socialism, we recognize something truly noble in this cause.
A Deeper Look at the Facebook Pandemic (and how you can join!)
Getting Older, New Ink, and Post Grad Job Hunting
hope that after I graduate and finally get a job it will not involve asking “Do you want fries with that?”
Rights and Responsibilities to the Oppressed
Will humans ever give animals any significant rights?
It is sad to report that racism not only exists today, but it is glorified by a certain segment of our people
Expectations of Access and Excellence
The group facilitator explained that the focus is all about the students, our experiences, and the things that impede or empower us to succeed at MSUB
What Trappers Don’t Want You to Know
Trapping is a primitive, barbaric pastime.
Scraping the Barrel: Rants, Raves, and Short Takes – The Ramblings of a Madman
Standup comedy is too hard; I much prefer to sit down.
Our resident sexpert Candi La Fleur is here to answer all your questions about sex, love, and romance.
Scraping the Barrel: The People Versus Lee Greenwood
Lee, whose 1984 effort became the theme of the Gulf War, really isn’t living up to the promises he made.
Moo
It may truly surprise you just how satisfying a turkey-friendly holiday meal can be.
Sexual assault attitudes via words, picutes, and actions.
Scraping the Barrel: The Final Death of Optimistic Nonsense
Mike's parents got a ‘C’ in parenting. If that’s good enough to graduate college, it’s good enough to spawn.
Another Step in the Right Direction
Introducing the Student Initiated Recycling Program.
Vegan Burgers Hugely Popular at History Club Fundraiser
Gross comments on meatless burgers.
Horrific treatment of non-human animals is more common than we think.
EAC Needs Members for Greater Success
Current membership in the Environmental Awareness Club is languishing; a recruitment meeting is being held on October 28th from 2-3pm in the Science Auditorium.
Cell Phones, Necessity or Addiction?
What is up with this epidemic of cell phone addiction?
There are serious misconceptions about the true meaning of the terms “feminist” and “feminism.”
How do we go about solving the problems that people are shouting about?
Editorial cartoons from around the world.
From the Desk of One Baroque College Student: Every Road Is…
There are three seasons in Montana: Winter, Mud, and Road Destruction.
Candi answers your most intimate questions.
Scraping the Barrel: Once More with Feeling
Cynical, bitter, and approaching 30, Mike Schrage looks back on his youth, wasted on wine, women, and travel.
Our Opinion Editor seeks your opinions!