Opinion

So Long, B-52
November 20, 2024
It’s hard to sum up a year at Fordham University, especially this one. As executive board members for Volume 106 of The Fordham Ram, we got to be in the newsroom to witness...
Advice for Advising
November 13, 2024
Most undergraduate students at Fordham University have either already registered or are preparing for course registration for the spring semester. One crucial aspect of the...
More Daylight, Please
November 6, 2024
Over the weekend, daylight saving time ended and many of us gained a much needed hour of sleep. However, to the frustration of many, the sun is now setting before 5 p.m. and...
Choose Democracy, Choose Harris
October 30, 2024
Over the course of this volume, we have closely watched the campaigns of former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris. While both candidates are imperfect, it is clear to us that Trump’s vision for America goes against our values as an editorial board. That is why we concluded Harris is the best choice for president.
Listen to Trump’s Words
October 23, 2024
During this election cycle, the word choices of former president Donald J. Trump have been closely examined. During a rally in March, Trump stated, “If I don’t get elected,...
Candidates Need to Face the Facts
October 9, 2024
Last week, 43.15 million people tuned into the CBS News vice presidential debate with Republican candidate Ohio Sen. J.D. Vance and Democrat Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz. If you...
NYC’s Trash Is No One’s Treasure
October 2, 2024
We all use the streets of the Bronx and other parts of the city every single day. The new sanitation policies will help the streets become cleaner, but it is up to everyone to maintain them. So next time you’re out, throw your trash away the right way.
The Rankings Don’t Tell You Everything
September 25, 2024
It’s the time of year when media outlets nationwide release their rankings of the best colleges and universities. Many prospective students use these rankings to decide...

Arizona’s Political Climate: A Wildcard and Bellwether for National Political Sentiments

November 20, 2024

Like any other state in the nation, Arizona has every type of person you can imagine. But it is Arizona’s rich mixture of voters that displays how it is a bellwether for America’s political sentiment. From...

It’s Not a Joke if it’s Not Funny: Commentary on Racist Text Messages

November 20, 2024

Some of you may have seen in the news or at least heard of the ominous, racist text messages that are being received by primarily Black Americans, some of whom are working people, college students and...

Empty Pizza Boxes and a Full Heart: Goodbye, Fordham Ram

November 20, 2024

I attended my first budget meeting for the Ram in the early days of my second semester at Fordham University. I quite literally considered quitting before I’d even started because I was so scared to...

Twinkling Lights of Rockefeller Tree Reach Beyond NYC

November 20, 2024

As the holiday season approaches, for many, one symbol stands above the others: the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree. It is a sight that is synonymous with winter in New York City. Beyond the glistening...

Hungry for More! No One Wants Armie Hammer’s Return to the Spotlight

November 20, 2024

Nowadays, everyone has a podcast; you might have even thought about creating one yourself. But you must ask, “Does anyone else really want this?” The answer is probably not, and in the case of Armie...

How Popular Is Donald Trump?

November 20, 2024

“How popular is Donald Trump?” has been the question on everyone’s minds since he descended from his golden escalator to declare his presidential candidacy nearly 10 years ago. President-elect Donald...

Women in the U.S. Gaining Interest in the 4B Movement

November 20, 2024

Nov. 6 marked the day the United States experienced a shift in not only politics but also moral integrity. As reproductive rights were on the ballot in this election, women around the world braced themselves...

The Democratic Elite: Bridging the Divide Between Progressives and the Working Class

November 20, 2024

I voted blue. I didn’t vote for the economy, I didn’t vote just because our nominee was a woman, I didn’t vote for the job market and I didn’t vote because my groceries have gotten more expensive....

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