Make That Statement.

Every day, we at The Wildcat Roar have the task of telling some sort of story or making some sort of statement. Whether it be a bold opinion or a feature of someone or something important in the community, the statements we make have the potential to influence any number of people.

This is true for everyone–even without a publication to do it through. The power of statements and expressions has the ability to influence society in both positive and negative ways.

During Black History Month, we celebrate the achievements of African-Americans who chose to make change when it was challenging, dangerous, or even near-impossible. Their bravery for choosing to use their power of voice and expression in speech, literature, art, fashion, sports, and so much more is why we take the entire month of February to celebrate Black culture in America and around the world. Their expression made (and is continuing to make) a bold and freeing statement that is heard by all. (Stories on pgs. 11 and 20).

Christians also question the expression tolerated in a private school. They question whether the wrong thing was said at the wrong moment or if the opinion was merely more secular than those that give the grade and make the rules. Whatever the answer is to this, the questioning alone is enough to prove that opinions and expressions matter and they have the ability to stir institutions. (pg. 6)

These big ideas cannot be easily boiled down to something simple or one-sided. The compromise that we find is to continue sharing as many stories as possible on anything that matters. We have a platform–a way to share our voices and the stories we care about. But we encourage you to do the same. In your style, your art, your speech, your essays, your posts–say something that carries meaning and power. People are always watching, and whether consciously or not, they are affected by the statements and expressions that appear everywhere. Black History Month has an impact. A Christian environment has an impact. The internet has an impact. Trends have an impact.

But so can you.