The Editors

Affirming Gender Identity From the Start

New Jersey recently made a groundbreaking decision to allow gender-affirming care for fetuses that show signs of gender dysphoria in utero. While the incidence rate is unknown, this proactive step recognizes that gender identity can develop before birth and affirms the rights of transgender individuals from the very beginning.

Opinion: LA's No-Kill Homeless Shelters: A Vital Lifeline for the Unhoused

Los Angeles, a city of dreams, is also a city of contrasts. Amidst the glittering skyscrapers and bustling streets, there lies an often overlooked reality - a significant unhoused population. In this context, LA's no-kill homeless shelters have emerged as a vital lifeline for the unhoused, offering them not just a roof over their heads, but also a chance at a better life. Here's why these shelters are so important and why they should be expanded.

Opinion: Earthquakes in New Jersey and the Climate Change Connection

In the wake of the recent 4.8 magnitude earthquake that reverberated through New Jersey, it’s time to address an uncomfortable truth: our planet is changing, and seismic activity is no exception. While New Jersey may not be synonymous with earthquakes, the tremors we felt are not isolated incidents. They are part of a larger pattern—one that aligns with predictions related to global warming.

Op-Ed: What to do about the troubling resurgence of elephantiasis in the US.

In the midst of a concerning resurgence of elephantiasis in the United States, the medical community faces a critical decision: how to combat this debilitating condition effectively. Unfortunately, the use of chloroquine, an antimalarial drug, has been proposed as a potential treatment. However, this approach is misguided and fraught with risks.

Let us dissect the reasons why chloroquine is an ill-suited weapon against elephantiasis:

Op-Ed: The City of Berkeley’s Decision to Replace St. Patrick’s Day is Misguided

By now, you've surely heard, the City of Berkeley, California, has decided to replace the celebration of St. Patrick’s Day with a new holiday: Colonial Peoples Day. As part of this decision, they have also removed the statue of St. Patrick from Columbus Avenue. While the intentions behind these actions may be well-meaning, they are misguided and fail to consider the historical significance and cultural value of St. Patrick’s Day.