THE ROADRUNNER

Butte College's Editorially Independent Student Voice

THE ROADRUNNER

Butte College's Editorially Independent Student Voice

THE ROADRUNNER

A newspaper by students, for students.
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Aaron Bushnell: How Western Media Failed His Legacy

Instead of recognizing Aaron Bushnell's self immolation as an act of protest in response to the ongoing atrocities in Palestine, mainstream American media sources have spun the story and buried his message. What is the true reality behind his actions?
Shaheera Abbasi, Staff Writer March 14, 2024
Instead of recognizing Aaron Bushnell's self-immolation as an act of protest in response to the ongoing atrocities in Palestine, mainstream American media sources have spun the story and buried his message. What is the true reality behind his actions?
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Palestine makes history with AFC win

The Lions of Canaan beat Hong Kong and secure their first win in AFC history
Nathan Azevedo Espindula, Editor and Chief January 25, 2024

The AFC Asian Cup is a very prestigious tournament that showcases the best of the Asian Soccer scene. Held every four years, it brings together top national teams from across the continent to compete for...

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La Importancia De La Eleccion

Spanish Version of The Importance of Choice
Nathan Azevedo Espindula and Wesley Salimes November 13, 2023

  En nuestro mundo de asuntos y conflictos divisivos, debemos tratar de defender algo. La lucha entre Palestina e Israel, compuesto de agravios históricos, complejidades políticas, y violencia...

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The Chico Community Unites in Vigil for Palestine

A powerful and emotional remembrance to honor the lives lost in Gaza
Nathan Azevedo Espindula, Editor and Chief November 3, 2023

On the evening of November 3, a powerful and emotional remembrance vigil was held to honor the lives lost in Palestine. Organized by Swanasa Advocates in collaboration with Chico Palestinian Advocacy Network,...

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What if it was in your backyard

Nathan Azevedo Espindula, Editor and Chief November 2, 2023
Imagine for a moment that a foreign power descended upon American soil, declared it their own, and began seizing land, demolishing homes, and uprooting American citizens. Picture a scenario where your property is taken away, your history erased, and your future stolen. What would you do?
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The Importance of Choice

Picking a Side in the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
Nathan Azevedo Espindula, Editor and Chief October 22, 2023
The situation in the Middle East has captured global attention for decades and has been making many headlines over recent attacks from all involved. Picking a side in such a scenario, especially on an individual level, can be a delicate issue. Some may argue that this conflict is too convoluted to take a stance, but history and moral considerations beg to differ.
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