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Editor #3 Freedom of speech is a natural right that exists beyond the scope of humanity and government. Every person in the United States is entitled to his or her…
Coming Out of the (Political) Closet
Question: Dear Poly Spotlight Advice, My parents and most people around me are Democrats. In my past, I’ve been know to be a little liberal myself, but lately I’ve been…
Bullying Awareness
REBIRTH: The Anti-Bullying Committee resurrects as a club. By Timothy Chen, Staff Writer Founded by Thomas Podgorski and headed by Mike Brower, the Anti-Bullying Committee was a parent-student association attempting…
Potty Mouth
RISK: Magic Restroom Café, America’s first bathroom-themed restaurant, hopes to attract the hungry, open-minded crowds of Los Angeles. By Ruthie Farrell, Staff Writer October 11 was an exciting day for…
Poly remembers a great teacher and coach
DEDICATION: The new athletic facilities at Poly are dedicated to one of Poly’s greatest coaches, Ben Hammerschmidt. By Matt Kaye, Staff Writer The new football turf, synthetic track and ball…
The Food Stamp Debate
Are food stamps providing actual aid to Americans? Click on one of the following two articles to read the arguments for and against food stamps. PRO: Oh SNAP! Where Are…
Oh SNAP! Where Are My Food Stamps?
FOOD: Many criticize the benefits of food stamps because they see them as a way to abuse government funding even though they are desperately needed to support the survival of…
Lydia Ko Goes Pro
TALENT: 16-year-old golfer Lydia Ko declared her intention to renounce her amateur status and join the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) circuit. By Skylar Rains, Sports Writer Lydia Ko has…
Eight Albums In and Going Strong
MUSIC: The Avett Brothers release another great album. By Jonathan Whang, Staff Writer Since 2000, the Avett Brothers have been an active band. They started out releasing independent music and…
From Classic to Contemporary
BLOCKBUSTERS: Movies are no longer what they used to be. By Cole Nelson, Diversions Editor If you were to go to the beach during the summer of 1975, you would…