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Thursday, February 28, 2019
WHAT’S INSIDE
3 NEWS 4 SCENE 6 OPINION
Updates on diversity Oscars are too U.S. education
and inclusion efforts shallow needs schooling
OPINION
Noah Sonnenburg
PETA Disturbs
the Peace
Feb. 22, 2019 would have been Steve Irwin’s
57th birthday. In honor of that, Google dis-
played an illustrated image of Irwin wrestling
a crocodile in their logo. PETA made quick
work of this sweet nod to the Aussie’s life with
an official Twitter statement.
“#SteveIrwin was killed while harassing
a ray; he dangled his baby while feeding a
crocodile & wrestled wild animals who were
minding their own business,” read the tweet.
“Today’s #GoogleDoodle sends a dangerous,
fawning message. Wild animals are entitled to
be left alone in their natural habitats.”
Rightfully, the internet—myself included—
responded with a largely unanimous, bom-
bastic “no thanks.” PETA’s comments were
tone-deaf, unintelligent and, perhaps worst
of all, done solely for the purpose of ruffling
feathers.
For those readers who didn’t religiously
watch Animal Planet, Steve Irwin was an in-
credible inspiration. As a television presenter,
he spoke to adults and children alike about the
value of ecological awareness and taught the
people all about the vast array of creatures that
walk the Earth. He wrangled crocodiles, nur-
tured animals, ran a conservation-focused zoo
and journeyed across Australia while chroni-
cling the wonders of his world. All the while,
Irwin raised a family of his own who carry on
NICK KNIVETON his work today.
AP On Sept. 4, 2006, on a dive in Queensland,
LIVE FROM SANTA CLARA: Students performed at Igwebuike’s “Love Jones: Friday Night Live” on Friday, Feb. 22 in the Locatelli Student Activity
Center. Participants performed varoius acts including different dances, musical numbers and a dance-off that occurred between audience members. Australia, Irwin was stung in the heart by a
stingray. His death stunned fans and he was
remembered by various media worldwide.
His youngest fans who grew up watching his
Support Does Not Come Easy
program lost a hero that day. My parents woke
me up and told me the heart-wrenching news
before I went to school. I still have the obituary
clipping that the Los Angeles Times ran for
him. So as you read what I have to say, keep in
diversity of voices—especially since there is After the Diversity and Inclusion Fo- mind I take this whole affair very personally.
Senate approves already a Students for Justice in Palestine rum on Feb. 20, questions were also raised I was, of course, incensed by PETA’s com-
(SPJ) club. about ASG’s handling of the situation and ments. It seemed that their words, which are
campus club despite First-year Valerie Rutenburg, president why it was approved. This is in addition to broadcast to quite a large audience, were a per-
of SSI, saw a need for SSI at Santa Clara concerns about SSI’s advisor and their lack sonal attack on one of my childhood heroes.
student concerns because she noticed there was no club for of acknowledgement of human rights viola- Naturally, I was angry and wanted nothing
the Israeli viewpoint at Santa Clara. tions against Palestinians in Israel. more than to berate the cut-rate team that
“It was alarming that the Israeli perspec- “We purely want to raise awareness manages their media presence.
Perla Luna tive wasn’t being represented on campus about the human rights violations that are But I’m a man of reason. I know PETA
Editor-in-Chief because there is a complexity behind these happening to the Palestinian people,” Dar- has done quite a lot of good in the world and
tensions,” Rutenburg said. “Not having both wish said. “There are about 65 laws that pursues a clear message of goodwill toward
The chartering of Students in Support of sides doesn’t reflect our democratic values.” discriminate against Palestinians, therefore all animals. They have fought against abhor-
Israel (SSI) has instigated student criticism Senior Noor Darwish, co-president of we label it as an apartheid state. When you rent acts carried out by institutions like the
of Associated Student Government (ASG) SPJ, and other SPJ members felt the Cen- hold Israel accountable to the human rights Yulin Festival and Tyson Foods. I respect that
for approving their club status due to con- ter for Student Involvement (CSI) had not violations, then we can have a conversation.” work. I respect activism that is done tactfully,
cerns over SSI’s potential threat to Palestin- done its due diligence in informing them Rutenberg, however, does not feel equat- forcefully and intentionally. What I have no
ian students and supporters on campus. beforehand that SSI was attempting to get ing apartheid in South Africa with the Is- patience for is idiocy.
At the Feb. 14 senate meeting, ASG grant- chartered. raeli/Palestinian conflict is fair. PETA has historically been guilty of an im-
ed Registered Student Organization (RSO) But CSI is only responsible for initially For her, the human rights question is mense number of idiotic offenses that would
status to SSI, an international organization deciding whether or not a club will cause still up for debate. make members of the 1960s activist move-
that supports Israel as a Jewish Democratic physical harm, and it was deemed SSI would “There is ugliness on both sides, there is ments groan in despair.
nation-state. not. good on both sides and there is bloodshed This comment, and comments like it, seem to
During discussion about the club, some “Our safety and well-being is at risk on both sides,” she said.
senators mentioned not feeling informed here,” Darwish said. “We don’t stand for
See REFERENDUM, Page 3 See PETA, Page 6
enough about the issue to vote while others this club and we also don’t think Santa Clara
talked about the importance of including a should either.”
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2 / News The Santa Clara Thursday, February 28, 2019
CAMPUS SAFETY
Information Report Racks Reorganize Transportation
Feb. 21: A Kenna Hall elevator was reported New project to “It’s such a hassle to carry The functionality of these lock the transportation device
malfunctioning with a staff member trapped inside. around boards in buildings, so racks allows for a safer alterna- in place.
Campus Safety and a technician responded. improve safety having this form of organiza- tive to skateboard and scooter While the appearance of
Feb. 21: Four unattended commercial electric scooters tion would be ideal,” junior storage. these racks may be arbitrary
were impounded on campus. on campus Matteo de Suduiraut said. While these racks are be- to some, Akerland addresses
Feb. 21: Graffiti was found painted on the north fence “This will also help keep the ing piloted in Benson, there the possible threat that ille-
of the Park Avenue apartments. A work order for cleanup walls clean since people won’t is an interest in these storage gitimately stored skateboards
was completed. Anthony Alegrete prop their boards up on them.” devices throughout campus, can pose.
Feb. 22: A bicycle tire was reported stolen from a Associate Reporter Director of Planning & according to Akerland. “In some areas, loose skate-
secured bicycle at the Shappell Lounge bike racks. Projects Don Akerland was “We have a couple of ad- boards can present a safety
Feb. 23: Non-affiliate rugby team members were seen A walk through Benson one of the leaders behind the ditional racks and we are look- issue and the racks provide a
smoking marijuana on the Casa Italiana Residence Hall Memorial Center reveals a mi- idea to bring these racks to ing at Heafey [Law Library], more appropriate way to store
patio. They were admonished by a Campus Safety officer. nor change at either entrance: Benson. Alumni Science and the Art the skateboards,” Akerland
Feb 24: Bicycle tires were reported stolen from a skateboard storage racks “There is a need to find a and Art History Building as said.
secured bicycle at the Nobili Residence Hall bike racks. A available for student use. way to provide skateboard potential locations for racks,” With Benson being just
review of video cameras revealed a male suspect removing Due to the relatively small storage and security within Akerland said. the pilot location for these
both wheels from the bike. SCPD was advised. size of campus, skateboard the various campus build- These racks feature several racks, more are bound to ap-
Feb. 24: A light pole located on Santa Clara Street and scooter travel has become ings,” Akerland said. “We have shelves large enough to fit an pear throughout campus in the
parking was found leaning and not fully secured to the commonplace. several buildings that we are average longboard or skate- near future.
ground. A work order was completed and barricades were Because of the space’s wanting to try out these skate- board as well as some scooter
placed around it. high foot traffic, Benson has board racks and there was a models. Contact Anthony Alegrete
Feb. 25: A Bon Appetit salad bar weight scale computer become littered with these request to have one installed Additionally, each rack fea- at aalegrete@scu.edu or call
was reported displaying pornography when turned on. An transportation devices. at Benson.” tures a metal ring so one can (408) 554-4852.
investigation is being conducted.
Feb. 25: A security contractor for a construction site
was taken into custody by SCPD for outstanding warrants
News in Brief
and for possessioning methamphetamine.
Feb. 25: A rental car was reportedly found damaged
at the Jesuit Residence parking lot. It is unknown if the
damage was sustained on campus.
Feb. 26: A suspicious male was reported inside the
restroom of Mission Church for an extended period of
time, possibly smoking. Campus Safety was able to contact
him, but he fled and boarded a bus. SCPD was notified
and responded. He was identified and arrested for being Global
drunk in public on the bus.
Feb. 26: Graffiti was found spray painted on the • On Tuesday, Feb. 26, Australian Cardinal George Pell, a former adviser to Pope
exterior cinder block wall at Schott Stadium. Francis , was convicted of sexual abuse. Pell was found guilty of sexually assaulting
two underage boys in December, but a judge barred journalists from publishing the
Medical Emergency verdict.
Feb. 20: Two students collided and banged heads while • Tensions in Venezuela escalated on Thursday, Feb. 22 after President Nicolas
playing soccer at Bellomy Field. They were evaluated and Maduro closed the border between Venezuela and Brazil in order to stop opponents
assisted by SCU EMS. One of the students was transported from delivering humanitarian aid into the country. At least two civilians were killed
to O’Connor Hospital by an Uber. and more than a dozen wounded in a confrontation with security forces along
Feb. 22: A student fell off his skateboard and injured Venezuela’s border with Brazil.
his ankle. Campus Safety & SCFD responded. He was
transported to O’Connor Hospital by paramedics.
Feb. 26: A campus resident was reported having flu- National
like symptoms and possibly lost consciousness. SCFD was
contacted and responded. The resident was transported • On Wednesday, Feb. 27, Michael Cohen, a former lawyer and aide to Donald Trump,
to O’Connor Hospital by paramedics. testified before the House Oversight and Reform committee. Cohen had previously
pleaded guilty to making false statements to Congress regarding the Russia
investigation and was sentenced to three years in prison for crimes including tax
Student Behavior evasion and campaign violations during Trump’s 2016 campaign.
Feb. 21: Campus Safety investigated a report of a
student hazing incident in the pool. A review of video • On Wednesday, Feb. 27, the House of Representatives voted 245-182 to block
coverage showed students wearing water polo team President Trump’s effort to declare a national emergency and build a wall at the
uniforms in the pool area. Nothing unusual was observed. United States-Mexico border. Thirteen Republicans voted for the resolution along
Feb. 21: Campus Safety responded to a noise with House Democrats.
disturbance coming from students in an off-campus
residence on Bellomy Street. One of the students was
contacted and advised to keep the noise down. Santa Clara
Feb. 22: A student was observed driving at an excessive
speed through a stop sign on Palm Drive. He was contacted • Opening week of the musical “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” begins
by a Campus Safety officer at the Main Parking Garage and on Friday, March 1 at 8 p.m. and will conclude on Saturday, March 9. Hosted by the
was cautioned about hazardous driving. Department of Theatre and Dance, the musical by William Finn is reminiscent of
middle school and features eccentric spelling bee champions as the main characters.
From Campus Safety reports.
Email news@thesantaclara.org. • The Ethnic Studies Department is hosting the Resistance and Renewal Conference
in conjunction with the National Consortium for the Study of the Politics of Race,
Immigration and Ethnicity on Friday, March 1 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Check out the Campus Safety Report online:
• General auditions for “Romeo and Juliet” will be held during week 10 on Monday,
facebook.com/scucss March 11 and Tuesday, March 12 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Callbacks will be held
Wednesday, March 13.
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Referendum Evolves Diversity Works Winners
discriminate against conservative stu- ated by the award winners. Each award winner
Students share stories
Continued from Page 1
dents and advance left-wing propaganda. had prepared a question to ask the panel. Senior
There was confusion over the advisor “TPUSA is not me,” Rutenburg said. and award winner Shikiko Washington asked
appointment because it appeared that “I am not TPUSA. No way are we linked. and businesses show how panelists continue to create environments
SSI had an ex-Israeli soldier without I think it’s very important to allow my where they celebrate and uplift the diversity of
Santa Clara affiliation acting as their group objective scrutiny and not confuse promising interest thought and identities within their companies.
advisor. it with prior instances.” This query sparked insightful advice from the
RSOs are allowed to have non-Santa The national SSI does have ties to diversity and inclusion professionals.
Clara affiliate advisors, but SPJ was Canary Mission, a website which lists Sasha Todd Ariana Rivera, a graduate student career
concerned because the individual they student activists, professors and or- The Santa Clara coach at the Career Center, had some advice for
identified as the advisor was someone ganizations it considers anti-Israel or students who are planning their careers and have
who, along with other pro-Israel activ- anti-semitic. Six students were awarded prize money for not yet thought about diversity.
ists, harassed them on May 15. Canary Mission has been used by the sharing their experiences with diversity, how “You should care about diversity if you want
This was when the club’s apartheid Israeli government and border security they have overcome adversity and how their iden- to work in an environment that is going to be
wall was up near the Learning Commons officials to interrogate and deny entry to tities have shaped their career development. nontoxic to you,” Rivera said. “I mean working
as part of Palestinian Awareness Week. those boycotting Israel. Winners delivered speeches to the crowd at the long hours, you want to think about diversity
In their intent to charter, SSI had no Rutenburg said the purpose of her Diversity Works Awards and Expo, held in the Lo- in the terms of what does the board and the top
official advisor listed. club is not to put anyone on a watchlist. catelli Student Activities Center on Feb. 20. It was look like, are they diverse, and how are their
SPJ intends to announce a referen- “My ultimate goal is to shed light on sponsored by the Career Center to celebrate and experiences impacting my work standards and
dum motion to revoke SSI’s RSO status the complexity of the issue and engage provide opportunities for marginalized students. expectations.”
at tonight’s senate meeting. in dialogue,” she said. This was the second year the Career Center Other award recipients were first-year Remi
This would give SPJ 10 to 15 days to Going forward, SPJ hopes it can raise held this program, with six students winning a Schreder, juniors Joycelyne Cardona and Kim-
get 5,520 written students signatures (10 awareness of the Palestinian perspec- $200 prize as opposed to five recipients last year. berly Dong and senior Alexander Moran.
percent of the student body) calling for tive. Rutenburg likewise hopes to in- Applicants submitted an elevator pitch de-
a referendum election. crease conversation around the Israeli/ scribing how their experiences with diversity
If a referendum is approved, 20 per- Palestinian conflict without posing SSI affected their identities in their careers. This
cent of the undergraduate population as a threat to anyone on campus. year, the option of submitting a video response “Even if you are
would need to vote either way in order At-Large Senator Eduardo Ruano and in addition to or in place of a written submission
to consider the election valid. three other ASG senators have written was added. not thinking about
Assuming at least 20 percent of stu- an apology letter that will be discussed in The event was split into three parts, the first
dents do vote, then SPJ would still need a closed senate meeting after Thursday’s consisted of the awards ceremony and presenta- diversity, it is
a supermajority (two-thirds plus one) in general meeting. tion of winning speeches.
favor of the referendum. ASG senators are also considering “I think it is important for companies to be everywhere.”
The ASG bylaws officially state it making changes to the bylaws or proce- intentional about diversity and inclusion because
must be a supermajority of the entire dures to prevent future problems from societal change is only going to happen when
student population but that was deemed arising. lots of individual groups buy into the value of The final part of the event included a career
not feasible. As of now, SPJ needs a su- “Some students in senate do not feel diversification,” award winner and junior An- fair with more than 40 employers that feature
permajority of all those who vote in the like there are opportunities to learn from nalicia Anaya said. diversity and inclusion in their companies.
election. this whole process and maybe add more The second part of the event consisted of the There was a range of companies in different
Concerns over a club’s presence on to our procedure to help prevent fur- Diversity and Inclusion Industry Panel, which industries, which included Accenture, Oracle,
campus and their corresponding nation- ther problems in the future,” ASG Senate intended to discuss the role of diversity and in- Gap, Boys and Girls Club of San Francisco, In-
al organization’s watchlist is a situation Chair Alex Perlman said. “One such idea clusion in the workplace. ternational Rescue Committee and Symantec.
all too familiar for ASG. I have heard is to post our agenda a day The panel featured Noel Kreidler, a disability “Even if you are not thinking about diversity,
Two years ago, similar issues were or so before the senate meeting.” advocate at Kreidler Solutions; Michelle Park, it is everywhere,” Rivera said. “We need to be
raised when Turning Point USA (TPU- Both SSI and SPJ will further discuss an equal employment opportunity manager for thinking about how we can create safe spaces for
SA) was approved as an RSO. the situation at tonight’s senate meeting. San Mateo County; and recent alumna Natalie people to work in.”
TPUSA is a branch of a right wing, Simmons, who works in diversity and inclusion
nonprofit organization that maintains Contact Perla Luna at pluna@scu.edu programming at Zendesk. Contact Sasha Todd at artodd@scu.edu or call
a watchlist of professors who allegedly or call (408) 554-4852. The panel was run by students and moder- (408) 554-4852.
Topics Tackled at Forum for Campus Inclusion
undergraduate admission officers, Cowell Center, introduced efforts nators to manage them. eo recorded as well as transcribed
Students and who presented a profile of the early the health center is making to help Following the updates about and students are able to view the
admission class of 2019-20. students handle issues like stress changes and improvements being discussion senators had during the
administration They announced an increase in and anxiety. made across campus, students had meeting as well as each senator’s
the number of early applications She discussed the diverse group questions regarding other issues individual vote.
discuss issues received, as well as an increase in of counselors available to students they felt the university had failed Questions were also asked re-
the overall academic achievements as well as the support group for to address. garding Bon Appetit and the treat-
of the class. women of color launched this year Students had the option to sub- ment of the workers. Robin Reyn-
Emma Pollans The number of admitted stu- in conjunction with the group To- mit questions anonymously with olds, associate vice president of
The Santa Clara dents of color also increased by 8.4 gether for Ladies of Color. note cards throughout the event. Auxiliary Services, informed stu-
percent. Tiger Simpson, the assistant However, due to time con- dents that multiple meetings have
The room was tense as students Paola Garcia-Vega, assistant di- director of the Wellness Center, straints, only a few questions were been held with workers of Bon Ap-
listened to administrators’ updates rector of admissions, took the op- discussed the center’s goals which actually answered directly by ad- petit.
about campus life and then voiced portunity to promote “Unity Night,” include building bridges with off- ministrators that night. “My staff regularly meets with
their own concerns. a program that brings admitted stu- campus communities and working The issues brought up included Bon Appetit,” Reynolds said. “Both
The Diversity and Inclusion Fo- dents of color to campus for a day. with students in off-campus hous- how Santa Clara would actively work the management group that works
rum took place on Feb. 20 in the de She encouraged students to ing, neighborhood units and Greek to make the campus welcoming and here on campus, as well as the cor-
Saisset Museum auditorium. RSVP as ambassadors and informed life. open to Native Americans and in- porate folks that work regionally
It was co-hosted by the univer- students that in previous years, 75 digenous people, given the land the and nationally. We’re also touching
sity and the Student Council on In- percent of attendees committed to university currently occupies once base with them on issues [raised] by
clusive Excellence.
The evening consisted of of short
Santa Clara.
Provost Dennis Jacobs, vice “We can always belonged to the Ohlone tribe.
The answer came from university
the Labor Action Committee and we
meet with them regularly as well to
presentations from various groups
on campus that updated students on
president for academic affairs,
presented retention figures for continue to do President Michael Engh, S.J., who
said Santa Clara is currently forming
hear the concerns that workers feel
comfortable going to them with.”
better.”
initiatives and project that intend to students after their first year on a working group of staff, students Annalicia Anaya, director of the
make Santa Clara a more diverse and campus. Santa Clara has an average and members of the Ohlone tribe to Multicultural Center, believes that
inclusive place. 95 percent retention rate and is cur- address the issue of recognizing the events such as the Diversity and
The topics discussed included rently tied for the second- highest people and their tribe. Inclusion Forum are important be-
undergraduate admissions, reten- retention rate with Boston College Students from the Violence Pre- Another issue students raised cause they discuss issues that are
tion data, wellness initiatives, next among Jesuit schools in the United vention Program also presented and concerned the Associated Student not always priorities.
steps following the Campus Climate States. discussed their membership growth Government (ASG)’s approval of a “Having a space where students
Survey and the #BroncoPosi move- “We can always continue to do as well as efforts they have made pro-Israel club, Students Support- and other SCU stakeholders can vo-
ment. better,” Jacobs said. “But these are on campus including requiring all ing Israel. calize issues or questions they have
Time was allotted at the end for really good metrics for students to first-years to go through the One- The question described the club about D&I is important in ensuring
questions and discussion from the say when they come here that this Love Escalation Workshop during as purely political and asked how we are continually progressing for-
audience. is a place where they can thrive and orientation. this group was allowed on campus ward,” Ananya said. “It is immensely
The goal of the event was to succeed.” Vice Provost for Academic Af- and given RSO status. dangerous to ever believe that we
provide the university administra- The following presentations fo- fairs Elsa Chen informed students Members of ASG in the audience have solved the issue of diversity.
tors the opportunity to engage with cused on increasing the quality of about campus initiatives. responded by saying that senators It needs to be an ongoing conversa-
students and ask them important student life on campus with presen- Following the results of the Cam- are expected to do research and their tion.”
questions about the current campus tations from the Cowell Center, the pus Climate Survey, various groups due diligence before voting to ap-
climate surrounding diversity and Wellness Center and the Education on campus established a list of 10 prove a club’s RSO status. Contact Emma Pollans at
social justice issues. for Violence Prevention group. priorities to address. Each priority Senate Chair Alex Perlman epollans@scu.edu or call (408)
The first presentation was from Jill Rovarious, director of the has a specific goal, as well as coordi- noted that ASG meetings are vid- 554-4852.
SCENE
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Thursday, February 28, 2019
“You Complete Me, Ho”
seven minutes into “You because of the joke’s level Hollywood. It’s also con-
Standup comic Complete Me, Ho,” Jeong of disrespect. tradicting for Jeong and
begins mocking Vietnam- This type of behavior his recent interview with
jokes about race ese culture and justifies allows the audience to TIME, in which he says
his slander by saying he is enjoy problematic jokes that “Comics like Han-
and gender in married to a Vietnamese without having to feel nah Gadsby or Ali Wong
woman, Tran Ho. guilty. Jeong challenges exemplify how you can do
Netflix special Jeong goes on a ram- the idea of using self-dep- deeply personal work in a
page about ways to laugh recating humor as a tool, stand-up format. It wasn’t
at Asians and defeminizes thereby pushing his fans to like that 20 years ago. It’s
Azariah Joel women by using the com- consider the price of mak- definitely for the better be-
The Santa Clara mon Vietnamese surname ing comedy at the expense cause you can only tell so
to riffing repeatedly about of the Asian community. many d*ck jokes. You need
Comedians are par- his wife, last name “Ho.” Though the audience something deeper to say.”
ticularly obsessed with Jeong gets the crowd was predominantly Asian Jeong is right. Comics
limits—especially how far started by saying, “I mar- in “You Complete Me, Ho,” like Wong define Asian
those limits can be pushed. ried a Ho, I can say any- Jeong ’s comedy didn’t comedy more substan-
In his first-ever stand-up thing the f*ck I want, and feel authentic and some tially while still being
special, Ken Jeong crosses it’s street-legal. Get in the jokes left a bad taste in my funny. Wong has supplied
racial thresholds and relies car, Ho. Make me some mouth. the demand for comedy
on familiar, crude humor rice, Ho.” Some of the most tal- rooted in Asian-Ameri-
that uses the Asian ste- When the camera shifts ented comedians do this can-centered experienc-
reotypes that made him to show Jeong’s wife sit- to push their audience to es—like the extremes of
famous. ting in the back, she flashes think about stereotypes motherhood or being part
One of the most trend- a forced smile and blows critically, however, Jeong of an immigrant family.
ing specials on Netflix, him a kiss. What a great misses the mark and per- She promotes femininity
“You Complete Me, Ho” way to introduce your wife, petuates the stereotypes and her Asian-American
is brimming with jokes at right? that he is trying to dis- identity. But there is hard-
the expense of the Asian A few minutes later, mantle. ly anything deep in “You
culture. Jeong randomly asks a girl In a time when Asian Complete Me, Ho” and
The special lacks sub- in the front if she’s Viet- Americans are finally the message Jeong gives
stance and has received namese and then proceeds being recognized in the is a reiteration of ways to
backlash about how this to ask her last name. Not media, Ken Jeong is one make jokes about Asian
approach to comedy is ru- only is her last name Ho, of the most famous Asian people. Instead of showing
ining what little represen- but her first name is also actors in Hollywood. He authenticity, Jeong white-
tation Asian-Americans Tran. became well known from washes Asian identify and
have in the media. The crowd goes into a his recurring role in “The normalizes “idiotic” traits
There is an unspoken roar of laughter but Jeong Hangover” and his televi- by adapting them to his
rule about how comedi- stands there looking an- sion show “Dr. Ken,” along personality.
ans are granted the ex- noyed. When the audience with other achievements. He degrades women
cuse to make jokes that calms down, Jeong yells to If one of our most ac- and race to gain acceptance
rely on racial stereotypes the girl, “Don’t you ever complished and beloved and popularity from fans.
as long as it’s about their upstage me, Ho! Don’t you Asian American comedi- Jeong will need a different
own culture. Since these ever be funnier than me, ans is still making jokes approach if he wants to be-
comedians are given the Ho! How dare you, this is at the expense of Asian come a household name.
invisible right to laugh at my Netflix special, Ho!” American experiences,
their people, they give the Whether this was impro- this indicates that ste- Contact Azariah Joel at
audience permission to vised or staged, I would reotypes about Asians ajoel@scu.edu or call
FACEBOOK laugh with them. Less than hate to be in her position are still commodified in (408) 554-4852.
An Oscars with No Host is No Oscars at All
to live up to its promise. The Academy’s dream of what the Oscars have lost. Rather than desper-
The Santa Clara’s resident drawing larger audiences with more diverse and ately scream for our attention like so many of
commercial offerings barely materialized. Vot- the other performers that evening, Gaga and
film critic shows disdain for ers still gravitated toward their old preferences, Cooper invited us to share in their own riveting
choosing 10 Oscar bait films instead of just five. personalities.
the most recent Oscars However, the most insidious element of Like great winners of the past, you might not
the change involved the accompanying switch like them or their music, but you can’t help but
to a preferential ballot voting system for Best respect their passion.
Brandon Schultz Picture, denying films with focused, passionate And it’s this type of authenticity and genuine
The Santa Clara followings that generate broad esteem, such as excitement that led to what is arguably one of the
“Schindler’s List” or “Titanic,” from securing best moments in Oscar history: Olivia Colman
Where is our “Schindler’s List”? wins. winning Best Actress.
While the Oscars have certainly never lacked Today, each nominee for Best Picture comes Although the category initially seemed com-
heated competition, they’ve also never felt as with too much baggage in the form of haters. petitive, the driving narrative in recent weeks
passionless as they have in recent years. Someone will always find something wrong with positioned frequent-nominee Glenn Close as the
Yes, Grace Kelly upset Judy Garland in your movie. FACEBOOK obvious winner. So when Colman’s name rang
1955, and Harvey Weinstein’s concerted, game- The path to a trophy often lies in being as safe After controversial tweets made by Kevin Hart surfaced out through the Dolby Theater, the audience
changing Best Picture campaign in 1999 deprived as possible, so that the most voters put your film this year, the 2019 Oscars was stripped of a host. basked in genuine surprise—Colman noticeably
Spielberg of another deserving Oscar. But the in the middle of their list. included.
movie industry—and the general public—still The effects of these decisions were on disas- til the very end—this pizazzless impersonality In her heartwarming acceptance, she for-
rallied around these surprise winners. trous display at last Sunday’s Oscars, where no stripped the show of genuine excitement. Pas- goed the canned, generic speeches that we have
Last Sunday’s fractured 91st Academy one film truly emerged from the pack. “Black sion lost out to inoffensive generality, and so come to expect of winners. Instead, she let her
Awards proved that those days are over. Thrilling Panther” won some awards, “Roma” earned oth- did us viewers. simultaneous tears and giggles guide her speech.
films with intensely personal visions no longer ers and “Green Book” snatched the top prize de- And that is why, for many, Lady Gaga and When she admitted that, as a cleaner, “I did
win—victors must appeal to the widest audience spite not boasting the best director (an amusing Bradley Cooper’s performance of their Oscar- spend quite a lot of time imagining this,” she
possible. yet too-frequent occurrence). nominated hit “Shallow” marked the best mo- demonstrated the brutal honesty and off-the-cuff
Perhaps the blame rests on the Academy it- Fittingly for a rudderless show with no host, ment of the broadcast. For the first time that eve- spontaneity that the show no longer produces.
self, whose infamous 2009 decision to expand the ceremony plodded along with little per- ning, tension filled the theater (especially with At one poignant moment, the obviously flus-
the number of potential Best Picture nominees sonality. Like the nominated movies, various Cooper’s girlfriend, model Irina Shayk, watching tered Colman emitted a raspberry. Although
from five to 10 continues to infect ceremonies celebrities enjoyed their 45 seconds of screen- the utterly enraptured duo from the front row). her speech was a knockout moment of passion,
more than a decade later. time, contributing to the boring sameness of For a few brief moments, Gaga and Cooper the dull ceremony surrounding her deserved it.
The decision in itself, while undoubtedly the broadcast. brought their intensely personal visions to the
positive in its hopes for including—at least on Despite helping the show move along stage. With eyes locked, they ignored everyone Contact Brandon Schultz at bschultz@scu.edu
the surface—a more diverse range of films, failed smoothly and without major controversy un- but each other. This riveting passion captured or call (408) 554-4852.
Thursday, February 28, 2019 The Santa Clara Scene / 5
Senior Soloists Hitting All of the Right Notes
Santa Clara senior
students to serenade
this coming Saturday
Erin Fox
Managing Editor
Four Santa Clara senior stu-
dents will take center stage this
Saturday night as winners of the
Music Department’s 2018-19
Concerto and Aria Competition.
The March 2 performance,
titled “Mission Excellence,” will
feature the soloists alongside the
University Orchestra at their an-
nual winter concert. Ashley Ahn
will play the Wieniawski Violin
Concerto No. 2; Anne Hsia will be
featured in Tchaikovsky’s Piano
Concerto No. 1; PJ Hummelt will
be performing the Horn Concerto
by Santa Clara orchestra conduc-
tor John Kennedy; and Garrett
Woodford-Berry will be the solo-
ist in Elgar’s Cello Concerto.
Auditions for the competition,
which occurred in November of
last year, are open to any stu-
dent at the university, no matter ERIN FOX—THE SANTA CLARA
their major. Each year’s compe- From left to right, seniors PJ Hummelt, Ashley Ahn, Anne Hsia and Garrett Woodford-Berry. Three of the students were winners of the 2017 Concerto Competition,
tition varies and may result in pictured below. The March 2 performance, titled “Mission Excellence,” will feature the soloists alongside the University Orchestra at their annual winter concert.
anywhere from one to several
winners. Hsia, Hummelt and
Woodford-Berry won the same ficult repertoire over a sustained the University Orchestra during Hsia started playing the pi- of his favorite pieces. Kennedy
competition in 2017. Students are period and having the technique the academic year. Several solo- ano at age 5, but described it described it as a meditative piece
not allowed to compete two years to actually play the pieces well ists will participate in the playing as a “ love-hate relationship” that is a “wonderful contrast” to
in a row. was very obvious to the judges.” of other pieces in this concert, throughout her youth. She start- the other pieces being performed
“It becomes very evident when The judges are always two in addition to their respective ed violin when she was in fourth due to its emotional depth.
we do the competition [audi- people outside of the univer- concertos. grade, and picked up viola in high Woodford-Berry is proud to
tions] who has been preparing for sity who are familiar with mu- Ahn didn’t decide to audi- school. play in the competition as a se-
a long time,” Kennedy said. “The sic, whom Kennedy advises by tion for the competition until Hummelt was first introduced nior, calling it a good ending to
solo repertoire that people have answering questions about the two weeks before the audition to Kennedy’s Horn Concerto in his music experience at Santa
won with, they’re really difficult players’ ability and dedication. due date. She decided to give it spring 2017. Clara.
pieces and they take months of Twelve students auditioned in a try for the first time with the “When the concerto compe- He noted that it feels differ-
familiarity, not just weeks. Those total. Wieniawski piece, which she has tition came up again this year, ent from winning as a sophomore
students who have dedicated In a unique circumstance, this been practicing with her violin I wanted to play it because I student, in that he’s more confi-
themselves to learning such dif- year’s winners are all members of teacher at Santa Clara, Motoko thought it would be fun to play dent to play the music the way
Toba, since early junior year. something by a living composer, he thinks it ought to be played.
“I really liked how it sounded,” especially one who I’d get to work “What I find sort of extraor-
Ahn said. “I love it when pieces so closely with,” Hummelt said. dinary about all of these players
have a slow, melodic line to it and He has been practicing the piece is that they have majors in other
then it goes into this very diffi- since late summer 2018. fields and yet they play at a level
cult, technical part of the piece. It “It’s thrilling to me that he’s that is first-class,” Kennedy said.
also incorporated a lot of bowing doing it,” Kennedy said. “The solo “As a whole, the [senior class] is
techniques that I wanted to work is very hard, and he’s the first the most talented that I’ve seen
on throughout the year.” student musician to have learned at my time here. This group has
According to Kennedy, Wie- it. It’s an incredible accomplish- set a standard that we hope will
niawski was a virtuoso violinist, ment for him to play it as well as inspire others.”
meaning he only wrote music for he’s doing.”
violin, which was known to be According to Woodford-Berry, Contact Erin Fox at efox@scu.edu or
difficult and showy. the Elgar Cello Concerto is one call (408) 554-4852.
“It’s another example of a stu-
dent learning something for their
instrument that’s really at the Lucas College and Graduate School of Business
highest level,” he said.
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Hsia, who is the orchestra’s
principal violist, decided to play
the Tchaikovsky Piano Concerto
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She describes the concerto as
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piece.
“There’s a lot of moods and
different emotions,” Hsia said. “I
feel like I’m not super emotional,
but through this piece I explore
different realms and it takes you
somewhere, like a novel.”
COURTESY OF ERIN FOX
OPINION
6
Thursday, February 28, 2019
Sahale Greenwood
America is Getting Schooled in Teacher Quality
T
here are serious flaws in spending more. According to the ing and demanding as students go model, should consider models like can be achieved in multiple ways
our education system as we National Center for Education Sta- to school for long hours, stressing Finland. Finland raised their test other than extreme pressure and co-
fall behind in global stan- tistics, Americans spent on average about testing performance. scores by improving the quality of pious amount of time studying, the
dards. $12,509 per pupil in primary and their teachers in the public school U. S. should adopt the Finland model
We have been lagging behind secondary school in 2016, compared system by making teaching a high- and raise the quality of teachers by
both Asian and European countries to Korean spending of $7,652 per paying and respected job. making graduate school acceptance
in important educational measures. pupil. This shows that more money If we want our By improving the quality of their mandatory and more exclusive, hav-
Both South Korea and Finland are
far above the U.S. in international
does not guarantee better scores, as
the U.S. is spending close to twice students to teachers, they have systematically
improved the quality of their entire
ing higher expectation both in terms
of schooling and natural skills for
testing, with the most important
international test being the PISA
the amount as South Korea, yet not
seeing superior results. compete better in educational system. This is signifi-
cantly different than the Korean
their teachers and by increasing
teachers’ salaries.
(Programme for International Stu-
dent Assessment).
Additionally, U.S. spending on
public schools is unequally distrib-
this race, we need model, most importantly because
Finland employs better teaching as
Finland’s education system has
improved because they emphasized
The PISA is the most relevant
measure of intelligence because it
uted in different parts of the country,
especially suburban versus urban
to improve the the mechanism to increase scores
and overall education as opposed to
an important variable—educators.
By improving the quality of their
tests critical thinking skills by ask-
ing students to give their opinion on
schools.
Since many public schools are
coaching. increased hours of work and pres-
sure placed on students. Finland
teachers, they improved the entire
system.
articles, read fine print of health care heavily funded by property taxes, is improving their education in a The U.S. is a hegemony and if
plans and work out math problems the $12,509 per pupil is not being healthier way that allows the coun- it hopes to hold this standing in
for which the formulas are provided. distributed proportionally because Within Korea, there is a constant try’s education system to flourish the future, especially in regard to
Collectively, this makes PISA both the portion of property taxes effort to reform their educational without jeopardizing the happiness education, we will need to improve
a test about problem solving and used to pay for education and the system in an attempt to reduce or health of students by applying our educational system to compete
creative thinking. A memorization value of property taxes vary greatly stress for young students. But Korea, unnecessary amounts of stress and against these other countries who
test could show a difference in a throughout the country. PISA re- as well as other Asian countries, have work. are currently leaving us in the dust.
country’s course materials, but this ported that this inequality in fund- fallen into an arms race to see who While South Korea is outper- If we want our students to compete
critical thinking test shows that the ing results in a 15 percent socioeco- can improve test scores the most. It forming the United States in edu- better in this race, we need to im-
U.S. is falling in the ability to work nomic variance in their test scores. is a race that countries and their stu- cation, their PISA scores keep drop- prove the coaching.
out complex problems. South Korean students score dents cannot get out of easily once ping while their stress keeps growing
These differences in scores are much higher on the PISA, but their they have begun. as the education standard continues Sahale Greenwood is a
not because the U.S. isn’t spend- model is not ideal for us to follow. The United States, when looking to rise. Because improving educa- sophomore political science and
ing as much on education; they are Their system is harsh, unforgiv- for ways to improve their education tion is an equifinality process that communication double major.
PETA Attacks Steve Irwin On His Birthday
Continued from Page 1 incredibly lifelike prop and was simply meant
for theatrical effect. But the absurdity of the
come with little to no prompting. This was no action remains the same.To groups like this,
landmark anniversary in the legacy of Steve nothing is holy. To be obscene is to be right in
Irwin, nor was it in response to some recently- their eyes, and they repudiate any and all tact-
surfaced animal abuse scandal involving him. ful behavior. My point is simple. Activism both
Instead—simply in response to a Google Doo- here in the states and globally has left quite a
dle—the petulant minds of the PETA public wonderful mark on the world.
relations team decided to throw a hissy fit. From the liberation of nations suffering un-
The situation just isn’t that serious. Yes, der colonial powers to the civil rights movement
situations that animals face are dire and often in the U.S., many campaigns have been effective
are overlooked by us heathenous omnivores. and have provided people with a precedent of
However, between my sinful mouthfuls of ani- civil disobedience that they can pursue in their
mal carcass, I still keep an ear out to see what own unique ways.
meats are sourced ethically and what is being This enlightened approach to change is
done to raise the standard of life for animals something that I am at once humbled and in-
around the world. COURTESY OF GOOGLE
spired by. But as I said before, I have no patience
While PETA’s voice is strong in these arenas, For his 57th birthday, Google created a Google Doodle in remembrance of famous Australian explorer and for idiocy—neither should you.
they seem to revel in picking fights and wag- television star Steven Irwin. PETA, in turn, took this opportunity to defame his name and critique his work. Our present world is plagued with moral,
ing wars that just aren’t worth the time. With social, political and economic strife at every
the resources and audience they have at their turn. But what should light a fire under your
disposal, you would expect them to engage in man who arguably did far more for the natural tralian PETA members shocked the world a ass more than anything are the groups and the
something more worthwhile than attacking the world than they ever have or will. number of weeks ago when they staged a protest people who rebuff tastefulness and embrace
reputation of a deceased television personality. It’s important to note that PETA is notorious at which they grilled a dog on a city sidewalk and sensationalized, ineffective “activism.”
There are animals out there that need our saving for their pugnacious, impish actions throughout posited to viewers that eating a dog is the same
and if PETA is as righteous as they proclaim, the world. as eating a lamb. Noah Sonnenburg is a sophomore
they should be mobilizing themselves and ad- As with everything, controversy sells more Their actions were appalling but convinc- communication major and is the Scene
dressing these issues instead of disrespecting a than erudite commentary. As an example, Aus- ing. Later it was revealed that the dog was an Editor.
Joshua Raymundo
Jussie Smollet Fooled America, But Not for Long
I
n arguably one of the strangest composed. them as racist and bigoted. because it discredits and disrespects What our country needs to under-
criminal cases of the past decade, Videotapes show his attackers, He painted the image that he, a a real dilemma. stand is that people must prioritize
actor Jussie Smollett has been Nigerian brothers Ola and Abel Os- gay black male, was beaten on the Smollett’s attempt to capitalize others before themselves—something
arrested. Indeed, strange does not undairo, buying the supplies on a local streets by racist, MAGA-supporting on these racial divides and amplify Smollett could certainly take note of.
begin to describe the circumstances surveillance camera. Investigators white men. the effects on a national stage for his
that have snowballed into an ir- found the check he paid the attackers Smollett is playing a dangerous personal benefit further distances Joshua Raymundo is a first-year
reversible situation with negative to stage the crime. game that needs to be recognized. His unity from coming to fruition. undeclared business major.
implications for the now disgraced Smollett capitalized on a divided fraudulent scheme perpetuates the
“Empire” actor. nation that often jumps to the “guilty stereotypes surrounding race-based
The debacle began in late January, until proven innocent” conclusion. issues that fracture American society.
when Smollett supposedly received a Smollett knew that the incident Hate crimes are a heinous prob- Articles in the Opinion section represent
threatening letter composed of cut- would receive high media ratings be- lem caused by sickened and evil souls
out magazine letters, reminiscent of cause he is a gay black man and thus that attempt to divide our country, the views of the individual authors only
those seen in classic horror movies. was confident that the media would and it is imperative they end. Howev-
According to the Chicago Sun- cover a hate crime. er, staging a hate crime to one’s advan- and not the views of The Santa Clara or
Times, Smollett’s case was fabricated. Smollett also took advantage of tage, knowing that it is an extremely
He was found to have the magazine the stereotypes regarding Trump sup- sensitive subject in the public eye, Santa Clara University.
from which the threatening letter was porters, as the media often portrays is a blatant abuse of celebrity power
Thursday, February 28, 2019 The Santa Clara 7 / Sports
Bronco Victory on Senior Night STANDINGS
Men’s Basketball
San Francisco took a 65- hit—which came from first-year Broncos baseball will play
Back-and-forth 63 lead over Santa Clara after outfielder Cam Allie in the bot- its first road games of the sea- Team WCC Overall
knocking down a three-pointer tom of the ninth. Two Wash- son against CSU Bakersfield in Gonzaga 14-0 27-2
contest results with 3:23 left to play. Then, se- ington State pitchers combined a four-game series beginning Saint Mary’s 10-4 14-9
nior forward Henrik Jadersten, to shut out Santa Clara while Friday at 6 p.m. Brigham Young 10-5 18-12
in close win playing his final game at Leavey the Cougs’ offense came alive San Francisco 9-5 21-7
Center, drew the teams even to trample the Broncos 10-0. Women’s Tennis Santa Clara 7-7 15-13
John Brussa when he scored a layup mo- Friday night, however, was a Loyola Marymount 6-8 18-10
Sports Editor ments later for the Broncos. different story. Junior Brendan SANTA CLARA, Calif.—Wom- San Diego 6-8 17-12
First-year guard Trey Wertz Ecklebarger delivered a strong en’s Tennis, who cruised by Pepperdine 6-9 13-16
On Saturday night, five se- followed up with a layup of his five-inning performance for the Southeastern Louisiana, 4-0, Pacific 3-11 13-16
niors were celebrated before own shortly after, putting the Broncos, giving up just two on Thursday, maintained their Portland 0-14 7-22
Men’s Basketball took the court Broncos ahead once again. A runs. The next three Bronco dominance against UC Davis on
for their final home game of free throw from sophomore pitchers combined to shut out Sunday by serving the Aggies a
the season against San Fran- guard Tahj Eaddy, who had 16 the Cougs and RBI singles from 7-0 defeat. Women’s Basketball
cisco. In a game that saw 13 points on the night, would give junior Jason Dicochea and first- The Broncos left no room
lead changes and 10 ties, the Santa Clara a 68-65 lead. year Matt Jew put Santa Clara for doubt in doubles play when Team WCC Overall
Broncos managed to conclude With seven seconds remain- ahead 4-2 in the third inning. junior Maddie Pothoff and Gonzaga 14-2 25-3
Senior Night on a positive note, ing, the Dons managed to drive Neither team would score again sophomore Elvena Gevargiz Brigham Young 13-3 21-6
winning 68-65 over the Dons. down the court but failed to and the Broncos took game two. paired up to defeat UC Davis’ Pepperdine 12-4 19-8
Sophomore forward Jo- get a shot off. Two timeouts Saturday was a similar sto- No.1 duo, 6-0. Sophomore Na- Saint Mary’s 11-6 18-10
sip Vrankic, who has played a later and 0.8 seconds left on the ry. Starter Keegan McCarville dine Del Carmen and first-year Pacific 10-7 17-10
crucial role for the Broncos’ clock, San Francisco took its fi- ( junior) led the way for the Jamie Schroer secured Santa Loyola Marymount 9-7 16-12
offense this season, scored a nal shot and missed, cementing Broncos defense, allowing no Clara’s doubles point after win- Santa Clara 5-11 12-15
game-high 20 points—includ- Santa Clara’s win. runs in five innings before ju- ning on court three. Portland 4-12 12-15
ing 13 in the first half—and Men’s Basketball will travel nior relievers Locke Bernhardt In singles play, Pothoff and San Francisco 2-14 6-21
pulled down nine rebounds. to LMU today to take on the Li- and Ethan Heinrich took over Gevargiz both earned victories San Diego 1-15 8-19
The largest lead held by ei- ons at 8 p.m. Santa Clara’s final and gave up just one unearned in their respective matches.
ther team came with 4:30 left game of the regular season will run. Santa Clara tallied three Schroer, Del Carmen and ju-
in the first period when Santa take place Saturday at 7 p.m. one-run innings—including nior Caitlyn Frankel all won
Clara pulled ahead 29-23. A ma- against Portland. a solo homerun from junior in straight sets over their op- UPCOMING GAMES
jority of the second half, how- catcher Jake MacNichols in ponents to keep the Broncos’
ever, both teams were within Baseball the fourth—to defeat WSU 3-1 sweep in tact. Men’s Basketball
three points of one an- and give the Broncos a 2-1 ad- Sunday’s contest had origi-
other. SANTA CLARA, Calif.—Taking vantage in the series. nally been scheduled for Feb. Santa Clara @ LMU Thurs. 2/28 8:00 p.m.
on the Pac-12’s Washington In the final game of the se- 3, but was rescheduled due to
State in a four-game home se- ries on Sunday, the Cougars’ inclement weather. Santa Clara @ Portland Sat. 3/02 7:00 p.m.
ries this weekend, the Broncos offense returned with a ven- Women’s Tennis will travel
saw improvement after being geance to collect 16 hits and north to open conference play Women’s Basketball
swept by San Jose State to score 10 runs. The Broncos, against Portland on Friday at
open the season. who gained a 5-4 lead follow- 10 a.m. before continuing their Santa Clara @ San Diego Thurs. 2/28 6:00 p.m.
During the first game ing a home-run from first-year road trip to Gonzaga on Sunday
of the series last Thurs- Blake Faddoul in the seventh, at the same time. Women’s Tennis
day night, the Cou- could not come back after the
gars’ pitching stole Cougs followed up with six runs Contact John Brussa at Santa Clara @ Portland Fri. 3/01 10:00 a.m.
the show, allowing in the eighth inning to split the jbrussa@scu.edu or call (408)
Santa Clara just one series 2-2. 554-4852. Santa Clara @ Gonzaga Sun. 3/03 10:00 a.m.
SANTA CLARA ATHLETICS
Kraft Charged
AP
The “Orchids of Asia” spa where Kraft allegedly committed solicitation in Jupiter, Fla.
sentially trapped. They were living
Continued from Page 8
inside and not allowed to leave the
situation is not as much a concern building without an escort.
about one powerful individual do- So, with more information com-
ing something wrong (although this ing to light as the story develops,
is certainly true) as it is about the the many complicated layers of the
larger problem of human traffick- situation are also becoming clearer.
ing. What will happen to Kraft in
These arrests were part of a six- court next month?
month long investigation by Florida Will the legal system allow him
police. The shutdown of Orchids to escape with minimum punish-
of Asia Day Spa and the charges ment?
brought against Kraft and 23 others Depending on the verdict, how
in Palm Beach County represented will the NFL punish Kraft and what
only one of 10 other spas across the will this say about a league histori-
southern half of the state and hun- cally criticized for giving lenient
dreds of arrest warrants to occur and dismissive punishments?
within the same week. And lastly, will this event do any-
The investigations included thing to highlight the continued is-
authorities gathering evidence sue of human trafficking in the U.S.?
through observation, interviews We will not know the answer un-
with men leaving the spa and til Kraft’s court date, but with the
trash bin searches. When enough video evidence released earlier this
information was gained in order week, Kraft’s lawyers might want
to obtain a warrant, judges issued to revise their argument from last
warrants to let officers secretly in- Friday.
stall cameras inside. From there,
the raids began early last week. Contact Kyle Lydon at klydon@scu.
The women in the spas were es- edu or call (408) 554-4852.
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