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Pitching a curveball!

Hey everyone! Damian here!As always, it was wonderful seeing everyone at our section meeting yesterday and sharing go-to karaoke songs! We also had a CP Style Refresher presentation. If you couldn't make it or have lingering questions, feel free to message me or Mitchell! Additionally, I'm excited to read the first drafts of your stories on Friday night.For those of you that couldn't come to the meeting this week but still want a pitch, we got you covered!Below are the remaining pitches from the Opinion meeting. If you're interested in writing one of the articles in this email, just reply letting me know which one you would like and what your take on it is. Alternatively, if you have a pitch of your own, email Mitchell at [email protected]. Lastly, if you need to reach me, you can contact me at [email protected] or over Slack.All the best!-Damian

Meghan and Harry interview with Oprah

British Royals Meghan and Harry had a candid interview with Oprah Winfrey about their treatment by senior members of the royal family. Allegations of racism and confessions about their mental health were made, among other revelations. Have you seen the interview? Got any hot takes? Give us your thoughts with this column!

Is online university worth the increase in tuition?

Tuition rates continue to rise at the U of A, meanwhile we are still in online classes for the moment. Does the change in class delivery warrant a bigger price tag? Dish out all your love and hate for online classes with this pitch!

It has been one year of COVID-19. What have we learned?

In March 2019, we experienced the first lockdown measures to avoid transmission of COVID-19. What more do we know now about social, health, and economic issues? What should we never forget about this global pandemic? Share your perspective on COVID-19 with this column!

The pros and cons of vaccine passports

As COVID-19 vaccinations begin to take off, the idea of vaccine passports has been raised. Vaccine passports would be an easy way to identify vaccinated individuals. While this seems like a logical public health decision, could it negatively impact marginalized groups? Share your thoughts on the issue with this column!

WE Charity is in more trouble

The WE Charity is facing more scrutiny as the co-founders have been summoned to the House of Commons ethics committee. In addition, a Fifth Estate investigation revealed that multiple donors paid for the same borehole well in Osenetoi, Kenya. How are we to trust that charity donations go to the right cause? Take this pitch and give your opinion on the topic!