Author: Benjamin Ward
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The Paradox of Anti-Racism Activism: Perpetuating Racism Instead of Ending It
As a former university professor and diversity officer, I once asked a black-student union if their goal was to become obsolete. While most students didn’t understand the question, one student, the group’s leader, replied that the group would continue to exist even if racism were eradicated. Today, I’m more concerned about the creation of seemingly…
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The College of the Holy Cross’ Reputation Tarnished by President’s Ill-Advised Op-Ed
The College of the Holy Cross holds a special place in the heart of many alumni, including myself. It was where I met my wife, sent my daughter, and formed lifelong friendships. As the preeminent small Catholic liberal-arts college, Holy Cross has a historic mission to educate the next generation of Catholics in the faith…
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Trans Athlete Sally Matthews Creates New Pride Flag to Challenge Transphobia in Sports
Trans athlete Sally Matthews has created a new Trans Athlete Pride Flag, inspired by her personal experiences. Matthews was cut from her JV high-school baseball team, but after identifying as a woman, she went on to achieve great success in softball. She hopes her flag will challenge the notion that cisgender girls cannot compete with…