Eisenhower High School’s Five Star Journal Vol. 63 No. 1 October 4, 2019 - Yakima, WA - Student Run, Student Written, Student Published Fall Sports Page 4 Don’t Fight! Win, Cadets! Opinion Ethan Stevens jeopardize a student’s mental health and turn the average Five Star Journal learning environment into a breeding ground for panic and Sections: Pages: agitation. At best a student is still at risk of distraction due Eisenhower isn’t a perfect school, but there are so many to immature gossip and rumors. On all fronts the seeming- great things about it. The freedoms and opportunities given ly constant violence is bad news for Ike. Cadet News 1-3 to us are something we should be thankful for. That being Those involved will face swift strict punishment and said, Ike is facing a serious challenge this year. You may innocent bystanders will have to face the consequence of Sport 4 have noticed an escalation in fights, aggression, and over- losing our privileges. Eisenhower has limitless potential all violence. As students of this school we need to take for greatness, we just need the Integrity to stand up against responsibility and make some serious changes in our those who seek to turn this school into an arena of aggres- Opinion 5- 9 mindset and behavior to give Ike the reputation it de- sion. We need to show kindness and build a sense of fami- serves. Pride aside, if we want to keep the aforementioned ly with our fellow students to let Ike’s true potential shine. freedoms we have; such as, access to multiple bathrooms We need to show Engagement and take pride in our school A & E 10-16 and freedom to dress comfortably, we need to reject this to achieve greatness and show other schools how it’s done. mentality and mature from the childish fighting. If we want Eisenhower to have the reputation it deserves This aggression weighs heavier than some may think. then the decision falls on no one but us Cadets. At worst, the fear of violence and yearning for safety can Who are we? News on page 2 2 Five Star Journal October 4, 2019 News Editor: Thomas Oplinger Democratic Debate: Round Three rest of the debate tripping over himself trying to keep up with the other candidates. Less than promising debate stamina has become a recur- ring problem for Biden’s campaign and one that needs to be fixed as the field of candidates narrow. Warren had less success in the opening seg- ments of the debate; hardly being involved af- ter briefly pitching her healthcare plan and dodging questions on middle class taxes. If her plan is to wait quietly until Biden knocks him- self out of the running, she could find herself shrinking in the poles. Warren did improve as time passed; looking very promising in areas Thomas Oplinger like gun control and immigration later on in into Harris’ record on criminal justice. Harris Five Star Journal the debate. After a slow start, Warren started has also been changing some of her policy to look like her normally confident and pre- views recently which has not helped her cam- The idea of the two most powerful demo- pared self. She clearly illustrated her plans and paign. ABC news correspondent Linsey Davis, cratic candidates facing off on a debate stage interacted well with the audience. The New aggressively questioned Harris on her lack of was electrifying. But that energy fizzled about York Times thought she did the best overall, consistency in the area of criminal justice re- half an hour into the contest. Both candidates giving her a high score of 7.5 out of 10 rating form. Harris was unable to give a comprehen- had promising moments but neither Elizabeth on her debate performance; 1.3 higher than the sive response which diminished her overall Warren nor Joe Biden improved their message next best candidate according to them, Kamala performance. from previous debates, giving other candidates Harris. None of the fringe candidates were able to a fighting chance. If only they would take it. Clearly, underdog candidates had a chance boost themselves during the debate either. Be- Opening the debate, Biden took his signature to gain ground during the debate, but nobody to O’Rourke invigorated the crowd for a mo- moderate approach to health care; not going so could produce. Senator Bernie Sanders sound- ment when talking about gun control but he far as to advocate for the abolishment of pri- ed raspy and didn’t do anything surprising. still seems immature and unqualified com- vate sector insurance unlike a few other candi- Bernie was Bernie; he stuck to the same Medi- pared to names like Biden and Warren. An- dates. This method seems to be working so far care for all pitch that made him a worthy can- drew Yang pledged to give his $10,000 a given that Biden is still leading in most major didate from the start. But he lacks talent when month, “Freedom Dividend” to 10 people. But polls by around five to ten points. However, talking about other policy issues which is why the promise didn’t get the hype that he hoped because of this, Biden once again became a he is losing much of his support to Elizabeth for. target the minute the opportunity presented Warren. Overall, the debate didn’t do much to shift itself. Only this time, these attacks seemed to Kamala Harris didn’t do terrible; but she is support one way or the other. Biden and War- fall flat. Former Secretary of Housing and Ur- still suffering from her poor debate perfor- ren held their own but neither proved why they ban Development, Julian Castro, appeared to mance in July when Rep. Tulsi Gabbard ripped deserve the nomination. Nobody stood out and take a shot at Biden’s age, asking, “Are you this made for a lackluster debate. It seems that forgetting what you said two minutes ago?” for now, Biden and Warren will be evenly Referring to Biden’s comments on his own matched coming into fight night number four. healthcare plan. Castro’s attempt at a burn now The fourth debate will be co-hosted by CNN wears the stamp of disapproval from many and the New Y ork Times on October 15 in viewers who felt the attack was a shot below Westerville, Ohio, at the Otterbein University the belt. Already, one Texas Democrat has campus. pulled his endorsement from Castro and turned to Biden following the debate, although he states Castro’s attack against the former Vice President was not the reason. Next Debate: Still, it doesn’t seem that Biden is upping his overall support. 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Eisenhower Writer Writer Writer Writer Writer Writer Writer Writer Advisor President 4 Five Star Journal October 4, 2019 Sports Editor: Jamie Hoffman Ike Dance: A Fresh Start Miranda Wilhelm routines in hopes of qualifying for districts. major changes happening, the future for our Five Star Journal These girls are so dedicated; they have been Dance Team is looking bright! working hard to perfect We all know change can be hard, but the their pom and hip hop rou- Ike Dance Team have been handling it like tines during early morning champs. Hailey Adkison, the creator of the practices and throughout Dance Team at Ike, and lead captain of three the summer. Since their years, graduated from Eisenhower last school recent tryouts there are cur- year. She has been coaching and helping out rently twenty three girls on all summer long with the girls to perfect their the team. There will most routines, but what will this year’s team look likely be more tryout op- like without her guidance? portunities throughout the The leadership roles have been passed school year and anyone is on to sophomore Hailey McNeill as lead cap- welcome to attend. tain and Amy Ayala as co-captain of the 2019- Joining Ike Dance 2020 team. “At first it was a pretty hard transi- is an opportunity to do tion, but eventually we got the hang of it and what you love while build- we’re looking forward to a great year!” says ing strong friendships, get- Hailey McNeill. ting more involved, and Once again, this year they will be at- showing your school spirit.