Words by Oliver Schoening PZ ’27, Graphic by Ben Connolly PZ ’26 The word “dirtbag” typically conjures images of vulgarity and sloppiness — not a political identity. Yet for an American left wing increasingly under attack in the wake of Charlie Kirk’s death, the label may be a much-needed lifeline. In a recent opinion piece titled “America’s New Segregation,” New York Times columnist David Brooks … Continue reading I’m Just a Dirtbag, Baby
Words by Madeleine Farr PZ ’27 and Tania Azhang PZ ’25 Graphic by Genevieve O’Marah SC ’28 On the rainy afternoon of Friday, March 10, we, Madeleine Farr and Tania Azhang, had the pleasure of discussing the contemporary political landscape — particularly Donald Trump, Elon Musk, and the horrors of the tech-bro oligarchy — with Pitzer College political studies professor Shervin Malekzadeh. Malekzadeh is a … Continue reading ‘Get a piece of that MAGA pie’: In conversation with Shervin Malekzadeh
Words by Soren van Loben Sels PZ ’28 Graphics by Izzy Young PZ ’28 and Genevieve O’Marah SC ’28 ‘Men used to be the providers’, we hear it again and again. Whenever the subject of traditional gender roles is broached, this old trope is inevitably brought up, whether to condemn or to yearn for. But were they ever? The basic premise is rarely directly questioned, … Continue reading Men were never providers
Words by Ben Lauren PZ ’25 and Willa Umansky PZ ’27 Graphic by Willa Umansky PZ ’27 On March 3, Pomona, Scripps, and Pitzer Colleges all received an F grade on their Campus Antisemitism Report Cards issued by the Anti-Defamation League (ADL). Three weeks earlier, the ADL and the Louis D. Brandeis Center filed a Title VI complaint against Scripps. Then, on March 18, the … Continue reading Student responses to ADL Report Cards and lawsuits on campus
By Sophie Myers PZ ‘27 Generally speaking, things are bad. I believe most Pitzer students, and indeed most Americans who would label themselves “liberal” or “progressive,” are in at least vague agreement with me on this point, as they register our current political climate. Trump’s targeting of immigrants (including targeting of asylum seekers and refugees, and attempts to roll back birthright citizenship), his war on … Continue reading In times like these, what do we owe each other?
Words by Maya Olson PZ ’25 and Spencer Wu-Chin PZ ’28 Graphic by Thea Riley PZ ’28, Ash Dirks SC ’28, Ginny O’Marah PZ ’28, Willa Umansky PZ ’27 As Valentine’s Day approaches, we thought about methods of resistance, and how to both build support and find joy in such times — the answer we kept coming to, in Guevarian fashion: love. So, we asked … Continue reading Love in the Time of Trump
Words by Madeleine Farr PZ’27 Graphic by Sonia Sidhu PZ ’28 One thing about my dad is that he loves “Fantastic Mr. Fox.” He quotes it all the time (incorrectly) and sports pairs of socks with foxes on them. It’s sweet and makes sense for a guy like him. He appreciates the quick one-liners peppered throughout the movie, respects the animation’s artistry, and even dresses … Continue reading Chick flicks and politics: Dad, I love you.
By Lucy Kaplan PZ ’28 On a rare Claremont rainy day, I sat down with Shervin Malezkadeh, a visiting professor in political studies at Pitzer College, to discuss a similarly gloomy topic for many: The outcome of the 2024 presidential election. Donald Trump’s return to power sparked fear for the future of democracy within myself and loved ones. I found myself yearning for some words … Continue reading ‘What do we do next?’: Professor Malekzadeh provides insight into the 2024 election
By: Jack Friedman The United Nations gives all people the fundamental right to self-determination. It’s undeniable that this right is violated in various places across the world. However, many have the assumption that “First-World” countries like the ones in the European Union are free countries that respect people’s rights. Not the case. In the prominent country of Spain there’s a fight for self-determination you’ve probably … Continue reading You Need to Support Catalan Independence: A Fight from Freedom in “One of the Freest Countries in the World”
Kara Eastman, a graduate of the Pitzer class of 1993, is running for Congress in Nebraska’s second congressional district against Republican incumbent Don Bacon. Eastman ‘93 would be the first woman to ever hold the seat in her district, which includes Omaha and some suburbs around the state’s largest city. This election is a rematch of 2018’s congressional election. Two years ago Don Bacon defeated … Continue reading 5C Students Rally to Support PZ Alum Kara Eastman for Congress
