Opinion

The hypocrisy of Oxford academics invoking ‘academic freedom’ for Nathan Cofnas

Now, it cannot be clearer: ‘Academic freedom’ is only ever collectively invoked for those like Nathan Cofnas.

The hypocrisy of aestheticised wilderness

We seem to have been locked in an eternal attempt at domination over nature for millennia. My recent trip to Thailand shifted this into clear focus: perhaps the attempt was never really about humans over nature.

What does Pride mean to you? A reflection on identity

I was so excited to connect with the rest of the group through our shared enthusiasm and experiences. Eagerly, I contacted many other queer friends to join. Their responses would soon shock me.

Balanced by whose standards? Challenging the Pinsker Centre’s Israel policy trips

On 6th June, The Telegraph published an article outlining the abuse and criticism faced by Ben Ashworth, over his visit to Israel. The article describes the trip as “a fact-finding trip to better understand the Gaza conflict”. A closer examination of the trip itinerary, however, tells a different story.

The Oxford Union must be fixed

Jack Davies reflects on how recent scandal at the Oxford Union detracts from all the good that it does

Interview: Sister Helen Prejean

Tom Perrin and Molly Gurdon talk to the Catholic social justice campaigner and inspiration for the film 'Dead Man Walking' - Sister Helen Prejean.

The importance of liberty of conscience

Nathan Pinkoski, Presient of the Catholic Newman Society, argues against a compulsory JCR contraception levy

The Cherwell Profile – Garry Kasparov

Cherwell talks to Garry Kasparov, the Russian opposition politician best known as one of the greatest chess players of all time

We must tackle alienation in those vulnerable to extremism

Joe Miles discusses the recent claims of an Imama in Oxford that it was British foreign policy that led to the atrocity in Woolwich.

Hip Hop is still a mantle for misogyny

Flora MacInnes examines the deeply misogynistic nature of hip hop music and questions how it continues to find mainstream acceptance.

Should a JCR be a political body?

Charlotte Cooper-Beglin and Alexander Rankine go head to head.

Interview: Rowan Williams

Nicholas Mutch talks Good Books with Rowan Williams

Interview: Owen Bennett Jones

Jessica Campbell speaks to the freelance journalist about Pakistani politics and tigers

Debate: Was Wolfson’s ‘Communist Bop’ in good taste?

Charlotte Cooper-Beglin and Joe Miles argue the merits of the controversial bop at Wolfson College.

Why I am a confirmed donkey-sceptic

Alexander Rankine's satirical look at the menace of donkey sanctuaries

The war over the war on drugs

Henry Course concludes that it's time to decriminalize

Why I voted against the gay marriage bill

Nicola Blackwood, Tory MP for Oxford West and Abingdon, tells students her reasons for opposing the same-sex marriage bill in parliament

OutFoxing the system

Charlotte Cooper-Beglin talks to libertarian thinker, Claire Fox.

Debate: Do Oxford students work too hard?

Alex Rankine and Anna Cooban go head to head.

Society must treat prisoners with greater respect

Charlotte Cooper-Beglin discusses penal reform after attending a talk with convicted murderer, Erwin James.

Is the Wadham Zero Tolerance policy fair?

Tom Beardsworth and Barbara Speed argue about the merits, or not, of the college JCR's new policy to combat sexual harassment

The Cherwell Profile: Ken Livingstone

Sean Ford speaks to the veteran of the Left, Ken Livingstone

Wadham sexual harassment motion reflects clash of values

Joseph Miles questions whether moves to combat sexual harassment are an infringement of justice

The Cherwell Profile: Peter Singer

Rowan Borchers meets the philosopher and vegetarian activist Peter Singer.

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