Editorial: seriousness of suicide

September 12, 2019 | hookl

The circumstances that lead individuals to commit suicide are undoubtedly complex, sensitive and immensely painful. At The Lookout, we strive to view suicide victims through humanistic eyes. September is suicide prevention awareness month. Suicide is a serious tragedy that affects … Read More

EDITORIAL: Lawmaker’s comments vile

March 1, 2019 | hookl

A West Virginia legislator is under fire after making several anti-LGBTQ comments in the media.

Eric Porterfield, a Republican member of the West Virginia House of Delegates, is being condemned by Democrats and Republicans alike.

In an interview with … Read More

Editorial: Journalists aren’t enemies

August 30, 2018 | hookl

In a time where the words “fake news” are seemingly everywhere, the importance of journalism today is often overshadowed.

Conceivably the biggest critic of the media, President Donald Trump has worked hard to diminish the work of journalists around the … Read More

Staff Editorial: Time to come together

November 18, 2016 | The Lookout

A Google search starting with the words “How to” on Nov. 9 resulted in these top choices:

1.  “How to move to Canada”
2.  “How to tie a tie”
3.  “How to impeach a president.”

These … Read More

Editorial: Minimum wage hike risky

September 23, 2016 | The Lookout

Employees in the fast food and healthcare fields protested at the Michigan State Capitol on Sept. 12 in favor of raising the minimum wage.

Organized by the Service Employees International Union and D15, their end goal is a $15-an-hour minimum … Read More