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Today: Three Candidates Compete for EC Presidency

By Simon Rózsa, '28

Three Candidates Compete for EC Presidency  — The W&L Spectator By the end of today, John Beekman Youngblood ‘27, Stepan Onyschuk ‘27, or Zane Openshaw ‘27L will be President-Elect of the Executive Committee.

The Faithful Speak, the Sovereign Trembles

By Charles Boardman, ‘28

The Faithful Speak, the Sovereign Trembles — The W&L Spectator Moderate Catholics are one of the most consequential segments of the electorate.

Court Packing: Democracy’s Dagger

By Aidan McIntosh, ‘29

Court Packing: Democracy’s Dagger — The W&L Spectator A core threat to the rule of law moves in silence, and it is up to us to expose it.

Open Up “Open” Hearings

By Wesley Mazzucco, ‘27

Open Up “Open” Hearings — The W&L Spectator We must address the needlessly and self-defeatingly secretive process.

Rockbridge-Area Election Candidates Discuss Their Races

By Simon Rózsa, '28

Rockbridge-Area Election Candidates Discuss Their Races — The W&L Spectator Statewide race results reveal sweeping changes, but  local races mostly preserve the status quo.

Mary Kissel’s Advice to W&L Students

By Hannah Bishop, '28

Mary Kissel’s Advice to W&L Students — The W&L Spectator The former Pompeo staffer and journalist advises students on curiosity, credentials and their careers.

Catherine Herridge Speaks on Press Freedom and Integrity

By Aidan McIntosh, ‘29

Catherine Herridge Speaks on Press Freedom and Integrity — The W&L Spectator In the face of challenges to First Amendment rights, Herridge argues that independent journalists may carry the torch for the future of press freedom.

W&L Faculty Pay Declines Relative to Peer Institutions

By James Eustis, '27

W&L Faculty Pay Declines Relative to Peer Institutions — The W&L Spectator Washington and Lee experiences declining faculty pay compared to peer institutions, but still outperforms with cost-of-living adjustments.

The Spectator was thrilled to welcome Guy Benson to campus on February 12 for an engaging and thought-provoking talk. Benson shared sharp insights and sparked great conversation with our campus community.

Thanks to everyone who joined us; check out a recording of the event at the link below!

Guy Benson Speaks at W&L The Spectator was thrilled to welcome Guy Benson to campus on February 12 for an engaging and thought-provoking talk. Benson shared sharp insights and sparke...

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Please Support The Spectator Today! Alex Kagan, Editor-in-chief of The W&L Spectator, shares highlights from a successful year of student journalism at Washington and Lee University. Discover o...