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Independent Student Newspaper for the University of Texas at San Antonio

The Paisano

Independent Student Newspaper for the University of Texas at San Antonio

The Paisano

Independent Student Newspaper for the University of Texas at San Antonio

The Paisano

Persecution over protection

Persecution over protection

Morgain Locke, Contributing Writer October 11, 2022

The criminalization of women who defend themselves against their abusers is a long-standing issue that has become more recognized in the public eye in recent years. This pattern has been highlighted by...

It is not a diet, it is a problem

It is not a diet, it is a problem

Regina Robert, Staff Writer October 11, 2022

What is culture? According to the Oxford Learner’s Dictionary, it is “the customs, arts, social institutions, and achievements,” of a particular nation, people or social group. During the months...

Trading genius for bigotry

Trading genius for bigotry

Zahara Latson, Staff Writer October 10, 2022

Kanye West’s recent internet breakdown is nothing new and is better described as another scene in the highlight reel of his controversial existence. While some people look at West and see a mentally...

Why romanticize a killer?

Why romanticize a killer?

Carmela Asmar, Contributing Writer October 4, 2022

The recently released Netflix original, “Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story,” has sparked a heated debate over its content. The 10-part series highlights the life, stories and crimes of well-known serial...

Getting clean: Can the United States do it?

Getting clean: Can the United States do it?

Nate Henneke, Staff Writer October 4, 2022

The advancement of pharmaceuticals is one of the most impactful developments in the history of humanity. According to the Georgetown Health Institute, nearly two-thirds of adults in the United States take...

The risk of food delivery services

The risk of food delivery services

Zahara Latson (she/they), Staff Writer October 4, 2022

Food delivery apps and services have been relevant for more than 10 years and, well, of course they are. When stuck at home because of obligations like a party, a study session or maybe because of a worldwide...

OCD is not just an adjective

OCD is not just an adjective

Morgain Locke, Contributing Writer October 4, 2022

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is misused and overused as a descriptor for above-average cleanliness and organization, despite it being a very real and occasionally debilitating mental disorder. Using...

Puerto Rico: The neglected island

Puerto Rico: The neglected island

Camila Martinez Rivera, Photo Editor October 4, 2022

Puerto Rico, a U.S. territory, is once again experiencing the tolls that come with hurricane season. With this comes time to reflect on the help, or lack thereof, the United States has provided its territories...

The failure of the federal government’s infrastructure planning

The failure of the federal government’s infrastructure planning

Malaki Lingg, Assistant Web and Social Editor October 4, 2022

The United States' infrastructure has remained virtually unchanged for decades. Across the nation, people face issues such as a lack of public transportation as well as increasingly long travel distances...

Fear of fatality: Parents flock to protect students

Fear of fatality: Parents flock to protect students

Zahara Latson, Staff Writer September 27, 2022

Most parents take pride in sending their kids off to school each morning, knowing that they will sit amongst their peers to be taught, fed and eventually returned home. This is a routine that parents expect...

Immigration: Racism disguised as invasion

Immigration: Racism disguised as invasion

Jake Mireles, Contributing Writer September 27, 2022

Since the conception of humanity, immigration has been a driving force of progress. Starting with the first human exodus from Africa, mankind has always moved towards greener pastures. In modern-day America,...

From albums to abuse: Misconduct in the music industry

From albums to abuse: Misconduct in the music industry

Malaki Lingg, Assistant Web and Social Editor September 27, 2022

The music industry has a dark secret — men at all levels of the industry are using wealth and status to exploit women, regardless of their age. Notable women such as Alanis Morissette, Lady Gaga and...

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