Anthony J. Constantini: The Cold War is over. America can let go of the old bilateral treaties.The old network of treaties was almost entirely established in post-World War II. But now, the structure of the international order is changing. December 11, 2023
Craig M. Klugman: Most colleges don’t require training that addresses antisemitism. That has to change.Colleges and universities must mandate anti-antisemitism training to address the existing structural antisemitism in the academy. December 11, 2023
Rabbis: International women’s groups and leaders have remained silent on Hamas’ violence for too longMany international women’s organizations and leaders have remained silent for too long about the rape of women and girls by Hamas terrorists. December 10, 2023
Editorial: Congress should seize this rare chance at comprehensive immigration reformThe stars have aligned so that Congress can act at long last on comprehensive immigration reform. Don't let the opportunity slip by. December 10, 2023
Letters: Professor fails to condemn Hamas and acknowledge threats to Jewish students on campusesI expect she is well aware of the complexity of the Israeli-Palestinian dispute. December 10, 2023
Letters: Does DePaul have the potential to create a basketball powerhouse and be the pride of Chicago?Do we really need to wait every three years for something exciting to happen off the court, let alone on the court, at DePaul? December 09, 2023
Clarence Page: Norman Lear’s comedy helped diverse Americans tune in to each otherNorman Lear will be remembered for comedy that helped Americans laugh at ourselves while we learned from each other. December 08, 2023
Rep. Kam Buckner: Soldier Field shuffle offers an opportunity to Chicago and the BearsI truly believe that the Chicago Bears should play football in Chicago. We can create a partnership on the lakefront that works. December 08, 2023
Kerry Heffernan: Is the seafood you buy connected to worker abuses? Here’s how to be a good consumer.Chefs, restaurants, grocery stores and average consumers must insist whenever possible that the seafood they buy is locally caught and processed. December 08, 2023
Rep. Mike Quigley: If we don’t approve more aid for Ukraine, the conflict in Europe will growIf Congress fails to approve more funding for Ukraine, we risk sending a message to other autocrats that incursion into democracies will go unopposed. December 08, 2023
Editorial: Some smart ideas for State Street, that great street, but how about getting cops out of their cars?Chicago's State Street is where they do things they don't do on Broadway. How can it be improved? December 08, 2023
Letters: Columbia College faculty members’ op-ed undermines adjuncts’ fight for a fair contract Their lack of solidarity and comprehension of the issues at their own institution is shameful. December 08, 2023
David Greising: Mayor Brandon Johnson and Gov. J.B. Pritzker can be at odds — as long as they do their jobsMost Chicago mayors are motivated to find ways to work with the governor. It’s the straightest line toward getting the resources they need. December 08, 2023
Sheldon H. Jacobson: The TSA is ramping up its use of biometrics for flyers. Here’s why that’s important.Before jumping on the “ban facial recognition” bandwagon, let’s look at the potential that it offers for the future of airport security. December 08, 2023
Editorial: GOP primary voters need Trump’s leading rivals to answer the question that matters mostNikki Haley and Ron DeSantis won't confront the main question in the GOP presidential race: Trump's fitness for office. December 07, 2023
Steve Chapman: A reelected Trump could make himself president for lifeShould Donald Trump win this time, his confederates will have four years to implement a plan to keep the presidency for as long as he wants. December 07, 2023
Abraham Scarr and Dan Schneider: State decision-makers, don’t let ComEd reap $4.6 billion in profits over 4 yearsUnder the proposal given to the Illinois Commerce Commission, ComEd’s profits would increase to $1.2 billion by 2027. December 07, 2023
Clarence Page: ‘Person of the Year’? How about George Santos.With all proper respect for Taylor Swift, my nomination for Time's Person of the Year in this bizarre political season is George Santos. December 07, 2023
Letters: Response to Oct. 7 by Netanyahu and his right-wing government has been grossly disproportionateOne can support Israel but at the same time be horrified at the gross disproportionality of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s right-wing government’s response. December 07, 2023
Editorial: University presidents proved spectacularly inept on Capitol Hill. Resignations should follow.Weak showing by university presidents in Washington. December 06, 2023