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Scene in the beginningof the film before they all hit the road.

Racism in film

Makaila Molina, Staff Reporter
October 7, 2022
Omaha police fire pepper balls at protestors at a Black Lives Matter protest over the summer of 2020.

Omaha’s long history of police brutality

Morgan Weir, Opinions Editor
April 20, 2021
As a way to spread awareness and support of their cause, groups in support of AAPI spread infographics, statistics, and resources. People share these on social media and educate others.

Stop the hate

Brenna Batchelder, Staff Reporter
April 16, 2021
A disclaimer about racial stereotypes plays before Disney’s “Dumbo.” The disclaimer lasts for 12 seconds and can not be skipped. It also plays before movies like “The Aristocats” and “Peter Pan.”

Disney’s racist legacy

Morgan Weir, Opinions Editor
January 14, 2021
Logos are a popular way to introduce the aesthetic and values of a company, brand, or business. However, when the design is harmful or insensitive to a culture it can shut out a large population of people. Being smart with the symbolism used is important to create a welcoming and friendly environment.

Respect over intent

Kaden Roth, Staff Reporter
December 3, 2020
Diversity Council members eat lunch and discuss at an October meeting. They focused on the topic of racial identity. "I am looking forward to hopefully making school a safer place for every student," junior Emery Golliday said. "I hope that the Diversity Council will be able to make visible changes in the community."

Discussing diversity

Morgan Weir, Opinions Editor
October 12, 2020
Gambling on Gambino and Friends

Gambling on Gambino and Friends

Isabel Johnson, Broadcast Editor
June 12, 2018
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