“Every six seconds a white woman on Youtube does a native inspired makeup look, when it has nothing to do with native culture,” JJ Smith declares. Even though statistically this may be inaccurate, the idea stays the same. Thanksgiving at its core, represents America, a holiday built around hunting and feasting as a family. The holiday exemplifies the values of “unity” and “fairness,” where the … Continue reading 573 Ways to Say Thanks: Problems With “Native-Inspiration”

This year, Dripping Springs ISD implemented a clear bag policy in Tiger Stadium for varsity football games. All bags larger than 4.5’ x 6.5’ must be clear. DSISD writes that the change was made in order to make students and patrons safer. This policy is ineffective in the true scope of gun safety and is a product of a society that is broken. Principals and … Continue reading More Than a Bag

If you were hoping to celebrate your 18th with a trip to a hookah bar or smoke shop this year, think again. On September 1, Senate Bill 21 came into effect, which prohibits the purchase possession consumption and distribution of cigarettes e-cigs and tobacco products statewide for individuals under the age of 21, exempting military personnel. It passed on a 7-0 vote in the Senate. … Continue reading Tobacco Age Raised to 21