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Column: US should avoid interfering with Russia

Conflict between Ukraine and Russia continued to escalate Tuesday. Although both sides have stated they don’t want war, neither has shown any sign of acquiescing. Statements released by a Ukrainian parliamentarian have also shown little hope of a peaceful solution or even negotiation.


Criticism of NCAA rule is completely valid

Over the weekend, the outspoken owner of the NBA’s Dallas Mavericks, Mark Cuban, had a few sharp words for the NBA’s rule requiring players to be at least 19 and a year removed from high school before they can be eligible to play in the league.


Column: Religion is basis, not excuse, for hate

Obviously, most people of faith aren’t bigots. But those who decide to take their religious texts literally aren’t misusing faith. On the contrary, they’re the ones who accept all of the tenants of faith without question.


Letter: Fox News justified in criticism of USC textbook choice

This letter is in response to a letter published by The Daily Gamecock on Tuesday headlined “USC staffer unfairly criticized on Fox News.” To the individual who wrote this letter: There are many statements you presented as fact that cause me to question your historical knowledge of the nation that has afforded you an opportunity to educate yourself at this wonderful university.


Column: Students must fight for their convictions

Courage is an underlying theme that has resonated at the University of South Carolina this year. We are marking the 50th anniversary of the desegregation of our campus, and the Carolina Leadership Initiative is joining this effort with the third annual President’s Leadership Dialogue.