The Sun Devils’ Advocate Volume XLI, Number 9 Kent Denver School, 4000 East Quincy Avenue, Englewood, CO 80110 February 20, 2018 Students Sprint Into Second Semester!

Senior Julia Doyle dribbles past her Colorado Academy opponent. Photo by Sadie Harrington

False Alarm Oscar Justice For In Hawaii Predictions Gymnasts See Page 2 See Page 10 See Page 15 News Time’s Up, #MeToo & Marching For Equality inequality or sexual assault in the workplace effect that proved it ever happened at all. But by Sidney Chong were inspired by their fellow females to stand the march did everything that it was supposed up and share their story. While it started with to do, as it rallied people together in an over- Time. Whether one likes it or not, time is sexual allegations against Harvey Weinstein, whelming show of support. The women who an unstoppable force, one that can’t be created an American film producer, the movement have been victims of sexual assault may not nor captured. No matter the event, it contin- has grown to be so much more, as females ev- know how to deal with their traumatic expe- ues on and on. It is something that was here erywhere have found strength in each other’s riences, so simply knowing that they are not before humans, and one that will be after. stories, and continue to find the fortitude to alone can be very empowering. Up. It signifies moving forward to the future. share their own with the world. And the sto- Time’s Up, #MeToo, and the Blackout One with a brighter day, a clearer dawn, and ries are more common than one might think; maybe even hope. However, it’s when the two at the Golden Globes have, at the very least, the statistics surrounding sexual assault in the sparked conversations and captured the me- are combined that one finds a historic show of workplace are startling. According to a poll run justice and bravery. Together, they yield the dia’s attention. While the media is a powerful by NBC, almost fifty percent of women in the force, its strength is solely dependent on its movement that took, and is taking, the world workforce reported having experienced sexual by storm. It’s seen in the form of grand ges- audience. The moment a story loses its follow- harassment at their job. Time’s Up works to ing, it loses its strength. All it takes is a show tures and small advancements, but regardless, combat these statistics, not only through creat- it’s there. In a nutshell? It’s Time’s Up. of support, be it a donation, a march, or even ing a movement to gain as much publicity and a simple letter of support, and the movement On January 7, 2018, the 75th Golden support as possible, but also via more concrete continues on. For the people like Harvey Wein- Globes commenced, albeit with a slightly more means such as their Legal Defense Fund. stein, their time is up; for the oppressed, their politicized red carpet than usual. Stars such as While not everyone can drape themselves time has just begun. Angelina Jolie, Heidi Klum, Gal Gadot, Re- in thousands of dollars’ worth of black fab- ese Witherspoon, Zac Efron, Justin Timber- ric to storm the red carpet as a show of sup- lake, and even the young Millie Bobby Brown port, there are certainly ways to make a mark united to don their finest evening wear, but all at home, even here in Colorado. On January in shades of black. Why? To honor the move- 20th, a mere 13 days after the Golden Globes, ment Time’s Up, a visual show of solidarity a Women’s March occurred in Denver as part against inequality and sexual harassment in of the March On Movement. It was a mile- the work place. Time’s Up is a campaign that long procession starting at the Civic Center has been building from the spark of #MeToo, a Park. Afterwards, there was no law enacted or Graphic by Lucy Pratt movement when women who were victims of statue created; in fact, there was no physical Recovering From Hawaii’s False Alarm on the United States Pacific West; the false in the past,” says an Associated Press report. by Caley Capoot warning caused mass panic for a nearly ago- In an interview that aired February 2, 2018 the nizing thirty-eight minutes with people fran- condemned operator commented on his mis- tically seeking shelter and calling their loved take saying that he “feels very bad” about what ones in the mass hysteria on the roads. After happened; however, he goes on to argue that finally receiving word that the notification was he “was one hundred percent sure that it was indeed a mistake, relieved residents hugged, the right decision… [he’s] really not to blame cried, and waited for answers. in this. It was a system failure, and [he] did Many residents accused a military opera- what [he] was trained to do.” Shortly after, the tor of simply choosing the wrong alert button agency’s top official, Vern T. Miyagi, resigned from a drop-down menu; however, according from the Hawaii Emergency Management to a preliminary investigation by the Federal Agency. Communications Commission, the emergen- Governor of Hawaii, David Ige, declared cy worker believed it to be true as well. The that “what happened on January 13th will operator, who will remain anonymous for se- never ever be repeated again.” Hawaii authori- curity reasons, misunderstood a specific drill ties will now require additional approvals be- Graphic by Melanie Hancock as a true emergency. Shortly before the push fore alerts and tests are transmitted; as of now, Complete terror dawned among residents notification at 8:05AM, the day shift warning emergency drills relating to missile, ground, of Hawaii as they received a push notification officer received a recorded no-notice ballistic and sea alarms are suspended. Through this in- about an imminent ballistic missile threat on missile defense drill. Despite including cor- cident, residents of Hawaii now feel as though January 13, 2018 at 8:07AM. Although there rect drill language, ‘EXERCISE EXERCISE terror events, such as false alarms, can truly was no imminent threat, the alert transitioned EXERCISE,’ the drill also incorrectly included be a reality; therefore, the military department into a discussion on the current political ten- the language “this is not a drill,” confusing the will now be a little more conscious of how it sions between North Korea and the United day shift worker who responded. handles its defense system because, of course, States’ administrations. Many feared that the This worker has been fired due to a his- the emotional sanity of the nation’s citizens false alarm conveyed a possible nuclear attack tory of “confusing real-life events and drills should be the priority of security systems.

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News

North Korea In The Olympics

by Olivia Cohen 2017 was a year of international turmoil. From the hurricanes in both Southern Texas and Puerto Rico to the escalating refugee cri- sis in Syria, the global community faced heavy Graphic by Claudia Bautista strain on the tentative peace which it has ac- PyeongChang 2018 February 8, 2018, and are taking place in Py- ceived as an attack on the international com- quired in the last seventy years. One of these tense situations included the escalation of the eongChang, South Korea. In addition, despite munity, which could jeopardize North Korea’s North Korean nuclear missile crisis. the tensions between the two Koreas, North relationship with its communist allies such as Korea has agreed to join its women’s hockey Russia and China. Therefore, both conserva- North and South Korea have been at odds team with South Korea’s team under one flag. tives and liberals believe that North Korea is since the Korean War. Even now, seventy years This amounts to nearly 140 athletes. Many genuinely willing to partake in such interna- later, the border between Communist North have seen this as a step towards “international tionally focused reunions. and democratic South Korea is still a highly unity” in the near future. Of course, with the disputed territory, and tensions have occasion- However, no matter the integrity of North exception of North Korea, many countries look Koreans’ intentions, it is unlikely that this ally peaked to military combat. North Korea forward to stopping the current arms race and even began testing nuclear weapons in 2006, Olympic collaboration will produce significant moving on from such childish motives. peace between North and South Korea. Kim admittedly without any indication of an incli- nation to use nuclear force. Last year, how- The choice of North Koreans, although Jong-Un, Supreme Leader of North Korea, has ever, the threat of North Korea grew exponen- seemingly for the sake of reconciliation, has been rigid about his devotion to the country’s tially. Following the inauguration of President not been without criticism. South Korean nuclear weapons program, and he is unlikely to Donald Trump and thus the enactment of his conservatives claim that allowing North Ko- forfeit the considerable power or world promi- “America First” foreign policy, North Korea reans to participate is just a fake propaganda nence that the program has given him. successfully tested its first ever intercontinen- scheme. Others fear that the physical safety As for the effect on the Olympics of North tal ballistic missile (July) pursued by threats of of all athletes could be on the line should the Korea’s sudden amnesty, we can only hope nuclear missile strikes to both the US territory North Koreans be allowed to participate. How- that the centuries-old tradition of Olympic uni- of Guam and South Korea (August). ever, this fear, says Angela Merkel, Chancel- ty will hold fast through this turmoil. lor of Germany, is unwarranted. She believes The Olympic Games can be viewed as that the unification of both Koreas could boost a symbol of international cooperation; each the security of PyeongChang, as it establishes country chooses to participate in a tradition a case of the perspective “keep your enemies which transcends bigotry and petty political close,” an old saying from war times. In addi- quarrel. This year, the games will begin on tion, any attack on the Olympics could be per- Government Shuts Down Over DACA by Lauren Huttner primary issue came with immigration fund- operate with Trump to avert a shutdown, others ing. Not only was there disagreement between were more moderate, siding with Democrats the two parties, but there was a disconnect be- who were trying to keep DACA alive. In the On January 20, 2018, the United States tween Congress and Trump. end, the government shut down, as the Senate Government shut down for three days. During did not get the 60 votes needed to pass the bill this time, there were limited services at Na- Since the beginning of his campaign sea- through, meaning the government could not be tional Parks, Federal offices were closed, and son, President Trump has insisted on building funded. thousands of government employees in agen- his “big and beautiful wall.” But Congress has cies and departments that were deemed non- had other plans. Democrats and Republicans While the government reopened three days essential were placed on furlough. While this both wanted to find a deal for DACA (Deferred later thanks to a short-term bill, it came with a shutdown was short in comparison to others Action for Childhood Arrivals), an Obama- era deal: Republicans must work on immigration in recent years, it has sparked yet another ar- program that helped to ensure that illegal im- after February 8th. Until then, lawmakers are gument between Republicans and Democrats migrants who were minors could stay in the working to create a long-term spending bill. If who are asking, “What Happened?” United States. As The Atlantic reported, when they fail to do so, the government will again it came to the spending bill, President Trump run out of funding. But according to Politico, The sole root of this shutdown was a lack was insistent that Congress’ spending bill very few lawmakers and political analysts be- of funding. To fund the government for the would include funding for his border wall and lieve another shutdown will occur. next fiscal year, Congress creates a spending other changes to immigration if a deal were to bill to delegate taxpayer dollars to certain sec- 2018 has been off to a crazy start. With occur where DACA was involved. Trump had tors. The spending bill being worked on in Democrats still trying to find a way to fund canceled the program in October, and the only Congress had been tabled over their break, but DACA and Republicans siding with President way to keep it functioning is with additional there was a harsh deadline to get it done before Trump, the road to a successful spending bill funding. the twentieth of January. While Democrats and has been rough. However, lawmakers are hop- Republicans could agree on some things, the While some Republicans were trying to co- ing for an agreement soon. THE SUN DEVILS’ ADVOCATE, February 20, 2018 Page 3 Features What’s Cool In The Upper School?

by James Dahlen and Lucy Pratt

For the graph to the left, students answered the question on a scale from 1 to 7, 1 being “How many times can I hit SNOOZE?” and 7 being, “SHOWED UP 15 MINUTES EARLY!”

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by Ben Shapiro from a bowl that someone used on a daily basis architectural material so that we could study it over 3000 years ago while standing in their half unharassed. We had experts from many differ- Recently, the Advocate had the opportunity excavated living room is indescribable. Individ- ent archaeological subfields come to examine it to interview Erik Demarche, a distinguished ar- ual objects are just one part of archaeology, the so we could be absolutely sure it was the actual chaeologist who often substitutes for teachers context often provides significantly more infor- throne before we approached the Greek govern- at Kent Denver for all subjects. Mr. Demarche mation than the object itself. ment with the news. had some interesting perspectives and amazing The find that I am most known for is the SDA: Where is the coolest place you have stories to share from his experiences in archae- throne at Mycenae, known as ‘Throne of gone to for a dig? ology and education. Agamemnon,’ for citadel of Mycenae’s mytho- ED: The most interesting place I’ve been Sun Devils’ Advocate: When did you know logical associations with Agamemnon and the for archeology, or otherwise to be honest, was that you wanted to become an archaeologist? Homeric epics. At Mycenae, there is a citadel definitely Turkmenistan. I worked at a site and a lower town with a dried up river bed run- called Merv, an incredibly important city along Erik Demarche: I’m not sure when I knew ning along the side of both. In the lower town that I wanted to become an archaeologist. As a the Silk Road that was home to very important we have a layer of sterile soil, meaning we find mathematicians, philosophers, astronomers, kid I really enjoyed the “Indiana Jones” movies no anthropogenic evidence at all. My friend (though he doesn’t do much archaeology in the and other thinkers before it was destroyed by and colleague, Dan Fallu, is a geomorphologist the Mongols. The culture, environment, and an- films), and I’ve always had an interest in travel, and had a theory that the sterile soil layer was history, culture, and solving mysteries. When cient, as well as more recent history of the area, a result of the river becoming dammed, over- make Turkmenistan an incredibly unique place. I was applying for college, I wasn’t sure how flowing the lowertown, and depositing the soil SDA: Do you prefer teaching or archaeol- I should narrow down my list of schools, so I from further up river. To prove his theory, he ogy? arbitrarily decided that archaeology sounded wanted take soil samples from further up river like a fun major. I went to Dickinson College to see if they matched the soil on our site. Hav- ED: There is nothing more exciting than and began taking archaeology classes. During ing extensive survey experience in the area, fieldwork, but I do find it very rewarding to be my college career, I had the opportunity to work I went with him. As we were walking up the able to share my background and interests in with Professor Maggidis at Mycenae in Greece dried river bed along the side of the citadel, archaeology and/or international relations with (where I still work during most summers), we began talking about an earthquake that had students. I’m sometimes able to directly com- which sparked my interest in the Late Bronze caused a portion of the citadel, including half bine archaeology and teaching when running Age. I also had the opportunity to study with of the throne room, to collapse into the river. field schools that teach undergraduates survey, College Year in Athens, which gave me unique It was then that I saw what looked like a stone excavation, and conservation techniques. access to the archaeological monuments around shaped seat and jokingly said, “Hey look! It’s SDA: Would you ever consider a full time Athens, as well as many important contacts in the throne of Agamemnon!” Dan then turned to job of teaching in your future? the field of archaeology. look at it and said, “Oh! [Expletive]!” It took ED: I would. With summer being the pri- SDA: What was your greatest find as an ar- five or so people to lift it out of the riverbed and mary academic excavation season, I’d be able chaeologist and what is the story behind it? get it into a wheelbarrow on the bank which we to continue working for a full quarter of the year ED: Even very regular finds can be incred- used to get it to the trunk of a car. We took it as an archaeologist. ibly exciting. The feeling of holding a potsherd to the museum and told them it was a piece of Grooving At Neon Nights enjoys the aspect of Sadies of having a fun and expecting it to be “better than Fall Ball and a by Avery Munn and Natalie Gendelman relaxing time with her friends. lot more casual in general.” “There’s also usu- ally pretty good music,” they added. Several months after a successful Fall Ball Freshmen are also excited for the dance in November, the Kent Denver community is but aren’t sure exactly what to expect. Alex Overall, the Kent Denver community is ex- looking forward to the Sadie Hawkins Neon Pook said, “I think it will be better than middle pecting to have a fun time dancing with their Nights dance that is taking place on Satur- school dances; I’m excited.” Freshmen Alex friends to good music during this year’s Neon day, February 10, 2018. The dance will be Pook and Janet Mcdermott are expecting “to Nights Dance. held from 8:30 pm to 11 pm in the Black Box get trampled.” Theater, otherwise known as the Vault, under Senior Geneva McElvaine has some useful black lights. advice for the freshmen and the rest of the stu- Neon Nights is known to be much more ca- dent body going into Sadies this year. She says, sual and relaxed than Fall Ball. In past years, “Don’t worry about dates too much and worry popular styles have included neon skirts, neon more about having the most fun dancing. Also and white dresses, and jerseys. Sophomore El- be kind to your dates. Everyone deserves kind- sie Jacobson is sticking to the popular trends ness, so don’t be rude.” Juniors Olivia Schmer- by wearing a neon pink dress. Elsie says she is gel and Taneen Davari both mentioned to “be excited to “have a good time with her friends really careful in the mosh pit,” and that they in a fun and colorful environment.” She also are looking forward to Sadies because they are Graphic by Cecily Coors THE SUN DEVILS’ ADVOCATE, February 20, 2018 Page 5 Features Spanish Students Visit Tarasco By Noah Wilson and Harrison Toll

With help from their teacher, Dr. Bentley, seniors Noah Wilson and Harrison Toll reviewed Tarasco, a Denver restaurant. In both Spanish and English, read about their visit and reactions below.

Éste artículo es parte de un dos y los de la gente mexicana. Arriving at Tarasco, the first which Noé tries to pay tribute to estudio independiente sobre la Describió la misión de Tarasco: thing we notice are the proverbs by creating culinary memories. cultura y cocina latinoamericana. respetar a los antepasados his- written on each wall. Although Put simply, the mission of Tarasco Llegamos a Tarasco, y lo panos. Él trata de respetar estos there are some in English, the is this: to respect the Hispanic an- primero que observamos son los orígenes y funciona como una majority are written in Spanish. cestors. He tries to respect these proverbios sobre cada pared. Hay memoria culinaria. Para Noé, “Don’t be in debt to the rich, don’t origins as a culinary memory. For algunos en inglés, pero la may- su mole y restaurante tienen un make promises to the poor” was Noé, his mole and restaurant have oría son españoles. “No deben al significado casi espiritual. Él ve hand-written on fragmented balsa almost a spiritual meaning. He ricos, no prometan al pobres” fue ésta obligación a los antepasados wood. But this restaurant has lots sees this obligation to his ances- escrito por mano sobre pedazos como algo sagrado, como un rezo of promises. Authentic food with tors as something sacred, like say- de madera de balsa. Pero este res- antes de cada comida. rich and real flavors. We order the ing grace before a meal. taurante tiene muchas promesas. La parte más interesante para seven-chile mole and soon realize By far the most interesting Comida auténtica con sabores nosotros fue la dedicación que that this was a smart decision. part of our visit to Tarasco was ricos y verdaderos. Pedimos el Noé tiene para su comida. No Noé came from his other res- the dedication that Noé has for mole de siete chiles, y nos damos hace comida para la fortuna. En taurant in order to take part in our his food. He doesn’t make food cuenta que fue una decisión as- cambio, cree que cocinar le da interview. He was responsible for for the money. Rather, he believes tuta. algo especial y etéreo a la per- a catering a large order the next that cooking gives something spe- Noé vino de su otro restau- sona. Noé está contento con la day, and almost forgot about our cial, something ethereal, to the rante para hacer nuestra entrev- vida que escogió. Recibe toda la interview. Noé responded to our individual. Noé is happy with the ista. Él se encargaba del catering satisfacción y todo el reto que questions with both patience and life he has chosen and finds all the el próximo día, y casi se olvidó se requiere. No quiere abrir más charisma. He told us about his life, success he desires. He does not sobre nosotros. Respondió a restaurantes: ya tiene Tarasco (en his culinary work, and his own want to open anymore restaurants: nuestras preguntas con paciencia Federal Blvd) y Kahlo’s (en Mor- restaurant, in addition to the great- he already has Tarasco (on Federal y magnetismo. Él nos dijo mucho rison Rd). Nos dice que siempre er culinary world. Noé explained Blvd) and Kahlo’s (on Morrison sobre su vida, el trabajo culinario, trabaja porque siempre comemos. to us that he has owned Tarasco Road). Noé tells us that he always y su propio restaurante, además Durante la Navidad, el Año Nue- for twelve years. His most famous works because the customers are del mundo culinario más grande. vo, y Thanksgiving, Noé está en dish, and his personal favorite, is always eating. During Christmas, Nos explicó que hace doce años la cocina. the mole, the same dish we or- New Year’s Day, and Thanksgiv- que es propietario de Tarasco. Su Nos sorprendió que Noé haya dered. He makes it with many ing, Noé is in the kitchen. platillo más famoso, y su platillo hecho entrevistas con estudi- spices, including seven different We were surprised to learn that favorito, es el mole. Lo hace con antes antes. Sospechamos que su types of chiles as well as cinna- Noé has done interviews with stu- siete variedades de chile y tam- restaurante sea tan popular que mon, the latter, he later told us, is dents before. We imagine that it is bién canela, lo que dijo es su in- muchos quieren aprender. No- his favorite ingredient. because his restaurant is so popu- grediente favorito. sotros le preguntamos si le gusta But to Noé, the mole represents lar that so many people want to Pero a Noé, el mole repre- vivir y trabajar en Colorado, y él more than simply a dish. First, he learn more about it. We ask him if senta más que un platillo simple. responde que le gusta la diversi- told us that the mole has a certain he likes living and working in Col- Primero, nos dijo que el mole dad y belleza de nuestro estado. amount of luck to it. Furthermore, orado, to which he tells us that he tiene cierto grado de suerte. Para él, Colorado es el mejor he emphasized that the mole has appreciates the amount of diver- Además, él enfatizó que el mole lugar para vivir. Estamos felices a connection to not only his res- sity and beauty in Colorado. For tiene una conexión a no solo a su que no haya problemas de xeno- taurant, but also the greater Latin him, Colorado is the best place to restaurante, sino también la cul- fobia para su restaurante, espe- American culture. He explained live. We are happy that there are tura latinoamericana. Explicó que cialmente en el ambiente político that the same way the conquista- no problems with xenophobia for como los conquistadores vinieron actual. Noé demuestra el opti- dors came from the other side of his restaurant, especially in to- del otro lado del mundo, su mole mismo y entusiasmo que creemos the world to what would one day day’s political environment. Noé tiene una variedad de ingredien- que han sido fundamental en su be known as Mexico, his mole is demonstrates the optimism and tes que le dan al mole una identi- éxito. comprised of a host of ingredi- enthusiasm that we believe have dad internacional. Pero también, Si quiere probar la comida ents that give it an “international been fundamental in his success. como el mole es un platillo muy auténtica de Noé, Tarasco está identity.” But also, because mole If you want to try Noé’s au- conocido por sus orígenes lati- ubicado en 470. S Federal Blvd. is a dish well-known for its Latin thentic food, Tarasco is at 470 S. noamericanos, es un símbolo de Denver,CO80219. American roots, it is a symbol of Federal Blvd., Denver, CO 80219. México y también sus antepasa- both Mexico and its ancestors,

Page 6, THE SUN DEVILS’ ADVOCATE, February 20, 2018 Sports Swim & Dive Makes Leagues by Annie Mei Manassee and Lena Branch

From breaking school records to winning the League Championship, We asked co-captains Jayne Fraser and Claire Hutchison about the the Kent Denver Girls Swim and Dive team has done it all. For the sec- season, and they are excited and undoubtedly proud of their team. Fraser ond year in a row, the girls have been able to secure spots at state and says, “The team this year has been one of the most tight, loving, and pull out a win at their League Championship meet. At the meet, Kent encouraging teams I have ever been a part of, and I’m so excited to see scored 472 points, beating teams, including Colorado Academy and St. what the future holds for all of these amazing ladies!” Hutchison agrees Mary’s Academy. Mani- saying, “I’m sad to see the season close out, but I’m so proud of what tou Springs, who came in we have accomplished. KDS Swim and Dive will always be so special second, scored 320 points, to me!” which was 152 points less than Kent Denver. The The state meet will begin on Friday, February 8, 2018 where Kent large point gap was due to will be taking twelve girls, the most they’ve ever had, to compete. The the stellar performances chances seem high for the team, as it has talented swimmers and divers by the whole team, espe- and has not lost a dual meet in four years. Be on the lookout for more cially Campbell Patteson, news from the Kent Denver Girls’ Swim and Dive team as the athletes Sarah Anderson, and Am- get ready to compete in the state meet. ber Brooks, who placed in the top three in their events. The Swim and Dive team has been achieving at a high level this whole season. Earlier this year, Campbell Patteson broke the diving school record with a score of 406.75. She told us, “It felt super exciting to break the record. It shows that working hard is really worth it.” This is definitely true for Campbell, as she has also qualified for state in the 100 backstroke. It seems that hard work and dedication have taken this team far this season, and the momentum they have does not seem to be coming to a halt.

Photo by Andrew Goldblatt Hockey Fights For A Win

Photos By Andrew Goldblatt THE SUN DEVILS’ ADVOCATE, February 20, 2018 Page 7 Sports Boys’ Basketball Shoots for Playoffs

Coby Gold (‘19) drives the lane for a layup. James Doyle (‘19) powers through two defenders.

Photos by Sadie Harrington

Haiden Citron (‘18) looks to pass. Laird Stewart (‘18) grabs a rebound. A Season To Remember

by Christopher Tsai and Jacobo Arango As Billings commented on the team’s With the loss of multiple talented seniors growth over the past year, he attributed the As the 2017-2018 basketball season comes after last season, youth remains an issue for team’s increased maturity to the team’s suc- to an end, your Kent Denver boy’s varsity bas- this year’s team. Both junior James Doyle, the cess, saying, “We lost the senior leadership last ketball team sits amongst the top teams in the team’s leading scorer and rebounder, and Bill- year and were stuck with mostly juniors, but I 3A division with a respectable 14-3 record. In ings commented on the loss of senior leader- think this year we have gotten a lot more ma- a few weeks, the team will advance to the state ship as the main struggle on an otherwise solid ture.” With the team’s experience level rapidly playoffs with ambitious, but achievable hopes team. increasing, things are looking up for this young for success. team as they head into playoffs. Doyle says of the seniors, “We lost a lot Shooting guard Pace Billings elaborated of senior leadership last year—seniors who on the team’s wishes for the end of the season, played big roles on the team.” Still, the dexter- saying, “We hope to make it far in the postsea- ity of this year’s seniors, juniors, and sopho- son and bring home a title for our Kent Denver mores has been able to carry the team to great fan base.” success.

Page 8, THE SUN DEVILS’ ADVOCATE, February 20, 2018 Sports Chasing A Ring

by Caroline Shay and Taylor Graham

As the spring season grows closer, Kent Denver men’s lacrosse is preparing for a season of success and redemption. After a devastating loss against Cherry Creek in the semi-final game last year, the team is ready to come back to win the title in the 2018 season. In anticipation for this year, sophomore defenseman Joey Waldbaum says, “We have been given the opportunity to get both returning and new players into box practice, work on our speed and strength with Coach Warren, and, of course, play in our indoor league with many of the teams we will see during the season.” After a successful regular season last year with a record of 13-5, the team lost thirteen of their seniors; however, the eleven rising seniors are ready to take on their new leadership positions. Senior Josh McDonald says that he is excited for the season, especially with such a solid senior class to lead the team. He is also hopeful for the new talent coming to the program this year. McDonald goes on to say, “I’m just excited to get after it, compete, and chase a ring.” With a talented team going into the season, Kent Denver men’s la- crosse has a solid chance at taking home the coveted title of champions. “My hope is that the team understands the talent and opportunity we have this year and uses that to work hard and ultimately get us to where we need to be throughout the season and playoffs,” says Waldbaum. With high hopes, the team will take on the spring season with intensity as Kent Denver looks forward to a season packed full with spirit and suspense.

Photo By James Dahlen Chanting “Namaste” For Winter Sports each class and they meet about twice a week. by Abby Wilkinson and Sofia Palumbo Most of them have their primary sport and do If one is looking to fulfill a sports credit yoga in their off season as a way to reduce their or to do something during the off-season, yoga stress and cool down from an intense season. can be a excellent choice. Yoga, a calming The yoga instructor, Shelly Dickerson, physical activity originated in India, increases is a great addition to Kent Denver. She sup- flexibility, strength, and vitality. Mentally, the ports all of the yoga students and pushes them positive effects are vast. Stress relief, sharp- to their full potential in the studio. The other ened concentration, and heightened self- health class at Kent Denver is the Sports Con- awareness are only a fraction of the purported ditioning class. Every student who participates benefits of yoga to one’s mental wellness. in the conditioning class will receive a sports Sophomore Annie Mandava says, “Yoga is credit. It is a class run by Laura Bordeaux, a awesome because it reduces our stress during talented sports trainer for Kent Denver. The the week and relaxes us. It is also super fun conditioning class focuses more on building and we always have a great time! With our muscle and strength to prepare for the spring busy schedules, yoga is the perfect place to re- seasons and staying in shape. Both options are lax and escape from the stress of school while great alternatives to team sports. having fun with our friends!” Sophomore Faith Kummetz says, “Yoga is super fun and is a challenging course that enables us to focus on mental and physical strength.” There are about fifteen students in Graphic by Cecily Coors

THE SUN DEVILS’ ADVOCATE, February 20, 2018 Page 9 Arts and Entertainment Oscar Hot Takes: The Advocate’s Predictions

by Zachariah Schlichting Lady Bird in an attempt to stand out and fit in. and who is in the wrong. After her daughter The majority of the movie is spent with Lady is raped, Mildred Hayes fights the local po- 2017 came with a wide variety of great Bird growing further apart from her long time lice department for justice, while the police movies, such as the Academy nominated “Get best friend and trying more and more to fit chief has terminal cancer. Unlikely bonds are Out,” “Dunkirk,” “The Post,” “The Shape of in with the popular crowd. Meanwhile, Lady formed, but quite simply, it feels as if the ac- Water,” “Three Billboards Outside of Ebb- Bird is in a constant power struggle with her tors are trying too hard, resulting in a lack ing Missouri,” “Lady Bird,” “Darkest Hour,” mother. It concludes with a heartfelt reunion of authentic emotional connection. Director “Phantom Thread,” and “Call Me By Your with her best friend and several apologies Martin McDonagh seems to have taken every Name.” Below are my favorite, least favorite, from her mom. With what it lacks in original- single sad thing in the world and culminated sleeper, and bust picks. ity, however, it makes up for with a witty and it into one movie, without picking one theme Sleeper/personal favorite: “Get Out” is un- clever script and a superb acting job by Saoirse to take priority over the others. It was an un- doubtedly one of greatest directing premieres Ronan, a favorite for Best Actress. derstandable nomination on the behalf of The of our time. Directed by comedian Jordan The favorite: “The Shape of Water” is tru- Academy, but to award it Best Picture would Peele, “Get Out” possesses elements of horror ly one of a kind. It is weird, confusing, and be a mistake. and suspense, dashed with moments of come- almost constantly uncomfortable. However, dy and an overarching theme of racial injustice those aspects do not hinder it, but rather make in the United States. However, what makes it one of the strongest movies on the nominee “Get Out” my favorite movie of the year is list. The love connection is bizarre, between its usage of discreet symbolism and intricate a mute cleaning lady and a rare sea monster connections to have a dialogue. Such aspects found in the Amazon river. It is a “forbidden are so subtle, yet so important, that one must love” for so many reasons, but by the end, you watch the movie twice or even three times to will find yourself rooting for their relationship recognize them. Its overly simplistic conclu- to succeed. Along with its originality, it was sion to such a complex idea, however, makes also the recipient of the Producers Guild of it not quite Academy Award material. America award (PGA), something which eight Least likely to win: The appearance of of the last then Best Pictures have won. It is a “Lady Bird” on the nominee list surprised must-see and my Best Picture prediction. me. The movie was an enjoyable coming of The bust: The Three Billboards Outside age story, but it lacked originality. It follows Ebbing, Missouri forces viewers to make a dif- Graphic by Oliver Greenwald a high school teen who has dubbed herself ficult moral decision about who is in the right Introducing “Girl On The Street”

by Molly Miller dents an additional avenue for their thoughts to answer the question, “Is Kent the ‘Party and opinions to be heard throughout the com- School?’” Through the eyes of students, it be- munity. comes apparent that everyone has a different New to the Sun Devils’ Advocate in 2018 perception. Using data and statistics to supple- will be a “Digital and Social Media” section. Throughout the rest of the school year, ment the video, an entertaining mix of humor This section was added this year in an attempt “Girl on the Street” videos will be released and seriousness shows how teens at Kent re- to break into the world of digital journalism roughly once a month. The first topic ad- ally view drinking and drugs given their high and add video content to the newspaper. Other dressed in the January 2018 video is “FCD and school experiences. than the news articles being published online Drugs & Alcohol.” and sent in PDF form to parents, the newspaper Freedom from Chemical Dependency By the end of the video it becomes evident has not yet included features such as videogra- (FCD) is the substance abuse prevention pro- that not everyone is participating in the “party phy to report to the community. gram that comes to Kent during the first few scene,” and that Kent is a community where students are able to share their opinions with- For the current school year, the section weeks back from winter break. The program out fear of retribution. will encompass managing the Instagram page primarily focuses on the Sophomore Class already used by the Advocate, @sundevilsad- throughout the week, while also speaking at The video series will be available to teach- vocate, and a new video series, “Girl on the assemblies and special presentations with the ers, students, and parents through an online da- Street.” larger community. FCD counselors use per- tabase that will be specified in the future, and sonal experiences, as well as scientific health will be regularly shown at assemblies. The edi- The video series aims to digitally voice the research, to teach students and parents about tor for the digital and social media section this opinions of the students, as well as other mem- the dangers of substance abuse. year is Molly Miller (‘20). bers of the Kent community. The videos will focus on a wide range of topics such as current This first video covers varying perspec- events, school news and announcements, and tives of Kent students on the topic of substance student life. “Girl on the Street” will give stu- abuse within the community. The video aims

Page 10, THE SUN DEVILS’ ADVOCATE, February 20, 2018 Arts and Entertainment Must See Concerts Coming To Denver

by Leah Kim Here are some highlights of this year’s upcoming concerts: After the popular DJ Matoma performed at the Odgen Theatre in late January, Kent students have Lorde’s Melodrama World Tour heads to the Pepsi Center on March 5, 2018 with been eagerly anticipating the other concerts coming support from Run the Jewels and pop singer Tove Stryke. to Denver this year. Artists who have included Den- G-Eazy Trippie Redd Phora ver on their lists of destinations play music ranging , with rappers and , performs at First Bank Center on across pop, indie, and rap genres. March 6, 2018. Khalid With the start of second semester and with work , the popular breakout R&B singer, will be holding his concert at Red Rocks on already piling up, concerts are a great way for stu- May 14, 2018. . dents to get a break from school. Sophomore Olivia The Grammy Award winning artist, Taylor Swift, is set to perform at Sports Authority Choi says that “concerts are a great way to meet new Field on May 25, 2018. people and bond with [her] friends from school.” Odesza will be returning to Red Rocks on June 15 and 16, 2018. Possibly the most awaited concert of this sum- Sam Smith, the renowned British singer who rose to fame in 2012, will sing at the Pepsi mer is the electronic duo, Odesza, whose upbeat Center on August 21, 2018. EDM songs have had students scrambling for tick- ets since they went on sale in January. After the The former One Direction members, Harry Styles and Niall Horan, will play before overwhelming popularity of their concert last May, school begins this fall at the Pepsi Center and at Red Rocks, respectively. Odesza is returning for two nights, holding both Other notable artists heading to Denver include Maroon 5, Lauv, Miguel, Bon Jovi, concerts at Red Rocks Amphitheatre. the X Ambassadors, Marshmello, and Kesha. A Show Of Great Importance by Ella Newcomb pretation of struggle with sexuality. He portrayed a protagonist who was not only a delight to watch but who evoked an emotional response from In a stellar performance of Terrence McNally’s musical, “A Man of the audience. No Importance,” the Kent Denver cast presented the audience with excit- One of the most heart-wrenching interactions in the show was be- ing dance numbers, heartfelt melodies, and an enticing storyline, leaving tween Alfie and his sister Lily, played by Esther Omegba (‘18). The the audience wanting more. The amazing cast brought the story to life scene closed with Lily singing, “you must have known, I’d love you all while tackling the controversial issues of sexuality and heartbreak. The the same.” After this scene, every viewer in the audience became silent. production details a glimpse into the life of a man named Alfie Byrne. The cast of “A Man of No Importance” took on the incredibly dif- Alfie wrestles with his love for his coworker Robbie while struggling ficult task of producing a rendition of a controversial show, beautifully to put on a performance of Oscar Wilde’s “Salome” at his local church. addressing several social and political conflicts that are still relevant to- Each performance in the show was moving. Tyler Whitaker (‘18), day. Their production was very entertaining, but it was also insightful, who played Alfie, offered the audience a realistic and a sensitive inter- courageous, and powerful.

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THE SUN DEVILS’ ADVOCATE, February 20, 2018 Page 11 Art and Entertainment New To Netflix by Mika Fisher and Charolette Mauger vorites including, “E.T.,” “Grease,” “Forrest Gump,” “The Parent Trap,” “White Chicks,” and “Mean Girls.” Despite these losses, the new addi- On the first of January, Netflix released nearly a hundred new movies tions to Netflix in February and in the Spring are sure to satisfy many of and TV shows to start off the new year. Although they gained several the streaming company’s users. notable titles such as “National Treasure,” the “Batman” series, the three “Godfather” movies, and “Cars 3,” Netflix also removed numerous fa-

Here is a sneak peek at a few of the highly anticipated shows and movies coming to Netflix in the upcoming months:

February Leaving Netflix: The Nightmare Before Christmas New TV Shows: Top Gear, Seasons 19-23 Altered Carbon, Season 1 Family Guy, Seasons 1-8 Queer Eye, Season 1 The Benchwarmers Everything Sucks!, Season 1 Seven Seconds, Season 1 Ugly Delicious, Season 1 Spring New Movies: New TV Shows: American Pie 1, 2 Ella Enchanted 13 Reasons Why, Season 2 Kill Bill: Vol. 1, Vol. 2 House of Cards, Season 6 Men in Black Ocean’s Eleven, Twelve & Thirteen Irreplaceable You The Emoji Movie

Graphic by Sidney Chong

Page 12, THE SUN DEVILS’ ADVOCATE, February 20, 2018 Commentary The Cold Truth Of Global Warming On this planet, extremely significant The effects of global warming are not just in the Arctic. NASA says amounts of carbon dioxide are entering that when the atmosphere warms, the oceans automatically expand. This the atmosphere. NASA has analyzed that is important because not only does melting water effect the rising water the continuous use of many pollutants are levels, but it affects heat in general. If all of the ice caps near Greenland increasing the carbon dioxide in our atmo- were to melt, most of the islands in the Caribbean, Miami, New Orleans, sphere. With more and more people living and other coastlines in eastern America would be destroyed by the flood- and breathing, the problem only gets worse. ing of water. Many children who live in these places are nervous that Many dismiss it, saying that it is not influen- climate change will continue, and at a more rapid rate. Therefore, they tial in our lives, but our world is undeniably have decided to petition the government and Donald Trump. They hope affected. that their efforts can persuade the government to continue its prevention The place on this planet that seems to be of harmful waste materials from entering the atmosphere. Emerson Damiano experiencing the most detrimental effects If you want to help decrease your carbon footprint in your commu- Commentary is the Arctic and its ecosystem. The World nity, there are many miniscule things you can do. Driving less often or Wildlife Fund (WWF), an organization that driving a low carbon vehicle can be extremely helpful. If you own an represents the wildlife in many situations, is electric car, make sure it runs on clean electricity or renewable energy. one of many groups that is analyzing the injurious situations occurring You can also make energy-efficient choices in your home. Turn off your north of the arctic circle. The organizations says, “Climate change is lights when you are not in the room or replace your bulbs with LED ones. faster and more severe in the Arctic than in most of the rest of the world.” Also consider talking to your family about investing money in solar pan- Given how far away the Arctic is, Americans will not feel the effects of els. If you would not like them on your roof, buying solar panels in fields this change. Because of this, people choose not to take action. is also a way that you can provide energy for your home. In addition, you The summer sea ice, a critical component of the Arctic marine eco- can lower the amount of water you use and make water-efficient choices system, is one of the things that is disappearing. The ice used to have an when it come to appliances. If none of these are possible, do what you area of seven million kilometers squared in 1995, but it broke a record in can in your community. Reduce, reuse, and recycle! 29% of all green- 2012, reaching an area of four million kilometers squared. This is much house gases are a result of manufacturing, transport, and disposal. If you lower than any of the previous years. If melting continues at this rate, want to recycle, make sure you recycle the correct things. According to the ice will be nearly gone by the late 2030s (Maritime-Executive.com). waste management, some of these things are plastic bottles, aluminum Penguins and other marine mammals like polar bears rely on this ice for cans and foil, paper, and cardboard. There are many unexpected things food protection. Polar bears will not be able to hunt as much with such that cannot be recycled, styrofoam and paper napkins, plates or cups be- little ice, leaving them starving and threatened by extinction. The sur- ing some of these misconceptions. You can make an incredible impact on vival of the beautiful creatures and their cubs depends on the lasting ice. your community by practicing good waste management. Many other mammals, like seals or seabirds, are also dependent on If anything, make other people aware. This problem can only be fixed the cold climate for survival. The nesting and/or feeding of their young if we continue to pass on these messages. Without people who want to is held on these huge icebergs. GreenFacts.org, a website that exists to make a difference, no difference will be made. Let’s continue making a alert people of the situation at hand, says, “Ice-dependent seal species are positive impact on our community. If we continue to do so, we are des- likely to have difficulty adapting to ice-free summers.” Looking ahead, tined to improve the climate in the future. professionals believe that because seabirds aren’t able to adapt to the new conditions, their species will no longer survive. The website also explains, “the number of ivory gulls in Canada has already dropped by 90% over the last 20 years.” The inability to adapt to rapid changes in the atmosphere is threatening so many species. A graph created by the IFLScience Association analyzes that the sixth mass extinction has begun at the cause of careless humans. Starting in 1900, the rate of extinction in mammals especially has increased by at least 1%. That number doesn’t sound like a lot; however, it is. Consider- ing that there are millions of species, and 1.4% of them have gone extinct since 1900, people should have something to worry about. While global warming isn’t the only cause, it is up to us, as the most influential species on planet Earth, to do something about it. Along with a heavy decrease in population, mammals are losing their quality of life. The increase of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere is caus- ing the ocean to be 30% more acidic. In the Arctic, because it is warming two times faster than any other part of the world, the acidity rate is even higher. This interferes with the development of the coral reefs, and other small shellfish. The acidity is also impacting the health of large creatures who depend on the water for survival. The fragile bodies of the animals can become stressed at the increase in pH, and the organisms can even shut down. Graphic by Cecily Coors THE SUN DEVILS’ ADVOCATE, February 20, 2018 Page 13 Commentary Can You Be A Pro-Life Feminist? On January 19, 2018, hundreds of thou- they are formed, in safe and healthy environments free from structural sands of pro-life activists nationwide marched impediments.” The Women’s March has stated that it supports the rights in opposition to Roe v. Wade, a 1973 Supreme of all women, but it has come to strongly advocate for women’s choice Court Case that affirmed the legality of a when it comes to abortion. Does this mean that someone who is pro-life woman’s right to an abortion. The next day, cannot be a part of the group that is fighting for women’s rights in gen- on January 20, 2018, over four million people eral? worldwide took part in the Women’s March It depends on your definition of both the feminist movement and to promote gender equality. In today’s politi- the pro-life movement. Some people would say that one cannot support cal climate, these two movements appear to women without supporting their right to choose. However, others argue be at odds with one another. At a minimum, a that being pro-life is the ultimate way of supporting the rights of women real tension seems to exist between these two by empowering them and their efforts to protect the unborn. Reagen Haecker groups as people struggle to find where they Commentary stand. This begs the question: can a person at- No matter what your stance on abortion is, I believe that the defini- tend both of these rallies? More directly, can tion of feminism has become too specific. Over the past year, I have one be a pro-life feminist? witnessed the feminist movement alienating those who want to fiercely promote women’s rights, yet cannot deny their strong belief that life be- Yes. And no. gins in the womb. Merriam Webster’s Dictionary’s word of the year for 2017 was “fem- So, let’s go back to the question: yes, strictly speaking, you can be a inism.” There’s certainly a definition of the word, so why do we disagree pro-life feminist, but not according to today’s definitions. so much on who and what positions fit this definition? Last year, the Women’s March removed New Wave Feminists, a pro-life feminist orga- The Women’s March needs to clarify its goals. If one of its primary nization, from a partnership in the march because of their stance on abor- goals is to gain unrestricted reproductive rights for women, then it should tion. However, the Women’s March claims to be open to and supportive clearly state that and march accordingly. However, if its goal is to gain of all women. Is the feminist view of a “woman” really a woman, or is it equality, including an equal voice for all women regardless of personal only a woman who conforms exactly to their specific views? belief or political status, then it must expand its terms. As a society, we need to focus on what we have in common and not on points of disagree- The mission of the Women’s March is to “create a society in which ment. If women want to gain equal pay, equal power, and abolish current women—including Black women, Native women, poor women, immi- social, political, and economic constraints, we must fight the urge to “ex- grant women, disabled women, Muslim women, lesbian, queer, and trans clude our own” by narrowing our definition of feminism. women—are free and able to care for and nurture their families, however 2018 So Far, In Memes Oh 2018, we been a good idea to post vlog in which he and the three bears, but with Italian accents and had such high shows images of a victim of suicide. Nice. spaghetti, was released. Then, 79 years later, hopes for you. But, Despite the fact that this is a horrible, horrible 2018 resurrected it, this time focussing on in only what feels thing that no one should joke about, some nice Papa bear yelling, “SOMEBODY TOUCHA like four years into memes were made at Mr. Paul’s expense. MY SPAGHET!” I’d like to imagine what the 2018, you have al- original creators would think if they saw this ready disappointed Adults love to complain about teens, saying meme. They would be very confused, but I us. Trump already we are too into our phones and social media. would hope at least somewhat proud that they said something of- Honestly, they have a point. A good example of are still remembered, just maybe not in the way fensive, namely his this was with Tide Pods. Why did we eat them?! they had hoped. comments on Afri- Guys, this is why people think our generation can countries (You is stupid. Please don’t eat Tide Pods. The fact You know those Top 10 Vids that everyone Gabriella Zane know the one), the that people have to tell teens not to is a lil’ bit watches, but do not want to admit they watch? Commentary entire state of Ha- pathetic. They do look pretty tasty, though… Yeah, you know what I’m talking about. One of those YouTubers released a video called “Top waii was sent into One of the cool things to come out of the panic for thirty-eigth minutes after a false mis- 15 Mysteries Solved by 4chan.” The problem past few years are advances in virtual reality is, the guy narrating has, frankly, a horrible sile alarm, and the government shut down for technology. In the past year, VRchat, a game a hot second. Yikes! But hey, it wasn’t all bad! voice. It’s nasal, it draws syllables out, and it where players can explore virtual worlds us- has the power to make whatever he is saying We had some nice memes! Then again, that ing a VR headset. But who cares about that? might not be a good thing, depending as to how really, really funny. Thus, a meme was born: We’re here for the memes. Out of this game Burger King Food Lettuce. you look at it. So here we go, the memes of came Ugandan Knuckles with its catchphrase 2018 so far. The SFKD (Safe For Kent Denver) “Do You Kno Da Wae”. This is not what the So, January is over, thankfully. Despite it memes, at least. You’re in for a cringy ride. game’s creator meant for it. Way to go internet being a pretty bad month, we got some pretty Literally a DAY into 2018, Logan Paul for misusing any tech available. We aren’t done good memes. made healines after he decided it would have yet! In 1939, a nice little cartoon of goldilocks

Page 14, THE SUN DEVILS’ ADVOCATE, February 20, 2018 Commentary Gender Inequality In Tennis Women have been a part of tennis since it and therefore should be paid equally. There is no doubt that females in was invented, but continue to be discriminated general are getting paid less than their male colleagues. This has had a against on and off the court. In most tourna- big impact in sports, especially in tennis where women get paid 80 cents ments, both men and women play two out of for every dollar that men make. Over time, this adds up. Ben Rothen- three sets, but in the Grand Slams, which in- berg from The New York Times cited that in 2016, Roger Federer made clude the US Open, The French Open, Wim- $731,000 while Serena Williams only made $495,000. Why is this? bledon, and the Australian Open, only the Some say that it is because people have more interest in the men’s game men play three out of five sets. Having only than the women’s game. the men play three sets in major tournaments However, this pay gap occurs instead because society doesn’t cel- creates gender inequality in the game and in- ebrate females the same as males. It all comes down to who is on TV troduces the idea that women are incompetent the most. When the sponsors go to choose who should be on TV, they in international tournaments. Women are just are going to choose the men. People don’t know as much about female Annie Manassee as strong, have just as much stamina, and are Commentary tennis players because they are not being given the chance to view them. physically able to play 3 out of 5 sets. Some even say that men work harder than women and should there- Some people think that women are not physically and mentally ca- fore get paid more. There is an equal amount of energy exerted during pable of playing five sets, but according to Doctor Laura Hills, senior a match for both men and women. The only discrepancy is when men sports lecturer at Brunel University, there is no scientific evidence that exert more energy when playing 3 out of 5 sets, but this is only because says women cannot play five sets. It is a sexist opinion that has affected they don’t allow women to play 3 out of 5 sets. It’s not right for women actions taken in the sport. Matt Cronin from Tennis.com recorded that to be discriminated against for a rule which they did not make. The pay Andy Murray, a tennis player from Great Britain and former number one gap is all based on opinions and the structure of our society that say that tennis player in the world, admits that he would like to see women play 3 women aren’t strong enough. Women should not need to fight for equal out of 5 sets in the Grand Slams. Women should be given the opportunity money, and the people who say otherwise are basing their argument on to play more sets to show everyone that they are capable by taking action something women don’t have control over. Men don’t have to fight this and leveling the playing field in the Grand Slams. outrageous battle. Women are working just as hard as men physically and The gender pay gap is a topic that has also been a subject of much should therefore be allowed to play 3 out of 5 set and be paid equally. discussion and debate. Female tennis players work just as hard as men

Convicting Larry Nassar After Years Of Abuse

On February women [he] so heartlessly abused… are now women, the judge, showing no sympathy for 5, 2018, former a force, and [he] is nothing.” Raisman, along Nassar, threw his note away and allowed for USA Gymnas- with other courageous women who testified, the powerful speeches to continue. tics sports doc- said the victims can finally feel safe again tor, Larry Nassar, now that Nassar is behind bars. Convicting Nassar and allowing these was sentenced young women to confront their abuser is just to 125 years in Many women, some of whom were the start to fixing a greater problem. In the prison for charg- abused before the age of thirteen, explained age of the #MeToo movement, it is important es of sexually Nassar’s manipulating tactics to gain their to look beyond the abuser. There were many assaulting more trust. Victim Emily Morales explained that people who were aware of Nassar’s actions than 260 young she once thought of Nassar as a friend. He and turned a blind eye to his abuse in order would bring her gifts from Olympians and to preserve the image of their brand. It was a Sophia Rase girls at Michigan State and USA had nicknames for her, which were all his clear example of the bystander effect. Being Commentary Gymnastics. This tactics to gain Morales’ trust. After being aware of bullying but not stepping in only sickening abuse abused by Nasser, Morales fell into a state gives power to the “bully” and brings shame traces as far back as the early 1990s. For two of depression. But as she stood in the court- to the victims. In the case of Larry Nassar, days, Nassar listened to 53 women he as- room staring at her abuser, Morales bravely the most reprehensible kind of bully, USA saulted tell their stories of abuse to the court. announced that “[she] will not take her own Gymnastics and Michigan State’s failure life; [she] will take it back” now that Nassar to intervene cost the innocence of over 250 Victim after victim bravely confronted is behind bars. young girls, which, in the words of victim her abuser, shaming him for his disgusting Emma Ann Miller, is something she will actions. Olympians Aly Raisman and Jordyn As he listened to these strong women’s never get back. Wieber were among the victims who spoke testimonies, Nassar sat with his head hung in the courtroom. Aly Raisman in her pow- low. When he gave a note to the judge say- erful testimony told Nassar, “the group of ing how hard it was for him to listen to the

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