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A Different Fascism? Part II

By Luca Balescu on February 16, 2026 • ( Leave a comment )

How a Conservative Court Chose to Preserve Abortion as a Fundamental Right

By Heather Wood on February 16, 2026 • ( Leave a comment )

Homelessness or Public Transit—Progressives Can’t Decide

By Winston Crane on February 5, 2026 • ( Leave a comment )

Dismissed UT Professor Sought Financial Contribution from Epstein Foundation

By thetexasorator on February 3, 2026 • ( 1 Comment )

There’s No Easy Way Out

By Landon Hodges on January 27, 2026 • ( Leave a comment )

The Military Needs a Shake-Up—But Not Solely the One Hegseth Thinks

By Taimur Rehman on January 27, 2026 • ( Leave a comment )

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The Texas Orator is a multi-partisan, peer-reviewed political publication that is part of the Associated Collegiate Press. We value thorough analysis in our articles and strive to protect the ideals of free speech and unhindered access to information on campus and nationwide. We seek to keep the student body informed of the implications of ever-changing political climates, both domestically and abroad, from a range of voices and perspectives.

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Disclaimer: The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in these articles, editorials, and creative pieces are solely those of individual authors or guest authors and do not necessarily reflect the official endorsement of The Texas Orator, its affiliates, or its contributors.

Still No Justice

By Olivia Conway on October 21, 2020 • ( Leave a comment )

The recent grand jury decision serves as a reminder that the issues Black Americans face have not disappeared.

A Comprehensive Guide to Rolling Your Eyes at J.K. Rowling

By Caroline Cabe on October 20, 2020 • ( 1 Comment )

J.K. Rowling’s sudden transphobic views have shocked the world once again. However, upon further examination of her Twitter history of Harry Potter rewrites, it becomes clear that jumping on to the transphobe train is nothing more than a habit for Rowling, a habit she has used every time she opens her phone to rewrite her beloved series.

Abandoning Precedent: The Disregard for Democracy

By Scarlett Smith on October 19, 2020 • ( Leave a comment )

Filling the vacancy left by the death of the late Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg undermines the core structure of the Senate and threatens the future of legislative proceedings.

A Conversation With Julie Oliver

By Olivia Conway on October 15, 2020 • ( Leave a comment )

Congressional candidate Julie Oliver on healthcare, political engagement, and plans for the future.

The New Anti-American Conspiracy

By Anandi Barker on October 13, 2020 • ( 1 Comment )

American culture may be the culprit behind the mounting COVID-19 numbers.

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A Different Fascism? Part II

How a Conservative Court Chose to Preserve Abortion as a Fundamental Right

Homelessness or Public Transit—Progressives Can’t Decide

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American Isolationism on Display at the UN Climate Talks

The Old Lie

The Legalization of Torture: How Post-9/11 America Betrayed Its Constitution & Itself

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Dismissed UT Professor Sought Financial Contribution from Epstein Foundation

Do We Think Too Much About Ourselves?

Student Evaluation in the Age of AI Ghostwriting

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