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Peterson’s Avant-Garde Adventures

Luke Rexing, Contributor • January 25, 2023

As many of my previous articles have demonstrated, I am a big fan of Jordan Peterson. I am currently in the middle of his book, 12 More Rules For Life - Beyond Order. His ideas have influenced my thinking,...

The Tate Trials

Luke Rexing, Contributor • January 25, 2023

He has been one of the most controversial, influential, and popular people on the internet in the last year and a half. Googled more than the President, Andrew Tate has amassed an extremely loyal fanbase...

The Best Movies I Watched in 2022

Austin Lentz, Editor • January 25, 2023

Another year has passed and with it movies have come and gone. I fancy myself an avid consumer of film so I am the perfect person to write this article for the Minnesota Republic. To disclose there were...

Loan Rate Cap Would Be Disastrous for Minnesota Consumers Seeking Access to Credit

George Merkt, Contributor • January 25, 2023

Recently, legislation was introduced in the Minnesota Legislature (House File 290) which would place a 36 percent cap on the rate that lenders could charge consumers for short-term and small-dollar loans. This...

“Puss In Boots: The Last Wish” Flawlessly Faces Your Biggest Fears In A Sexy Fashion

Joshua J Klopp, Vice President • January 25, 2023

The newest film from Dreamworks’ “Shrek” universe has caught many by surprise and taken the internet by storm. “Puss In Boots: The Last Wish” was released in theaters on December 21, 2022 and...

Coffman’s Not Much of a Student Center – It’s Time to Fix It

Ty Cimaglio, Contributor • January 25, 2023

The last time Coffman Memorial Union was renovated, you could get a gallon of gas for $1.22, walk to your airport gate without a boarding pass or ID minutes before takeoff, Tom Brady was preparing...

The University of Minnesota Should Incorporate ‘Zoom Days’ in Cases of Snow Emergencies

Alyssa Abke, Treasurer • December 7, 2022

What does it really take to get classes cancelled at the University of Minnesota? According to the University of Minnesota website’s Winter Weather Cancellation Policy: temperature or wind chill is -20...

Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Review

Austin Lentz, Editor • December 7, 2022

A new generation of Pokémon is upon us. “Pokémon: Scarlet and Violet” are the latest games dawning the “Pokémon” title. These new games make up the ninth generation of Pokémon games. This...

Renovating the University of Minnesota

Ty Cimaglio, Contributor • December 7, 2022

Recently, I took a look at some of the oldest buildings on campus here at the University of Minnesota and found some surprising facts from their pasts. I’ve also done a dive into much of the construction...

Top 10 Gifts for Men this Christmas

Colby Lentz, Contributor • December 7, 2022

Here is a list of what men would want for Christmas. There is no particular order for this list, it is just some ideas as to what men or guys would want for Christmas. 1.) Shady Rays (sunglasses) Every...

Are Woke Movies Finally Done?

Charlie Eggers, Editor • December 7, 2022

Has the movie-going experience been different in recent years? If so, you are not alone. In recent years the movie industry has been pursuing progressive themes that appear in almost every film now made...

Giving Back: Charities to consider this coming holiday season

Haley Wolff, Contributor • December 1, 2022

As the holiday season approaches, it is important to reflect on all that we’re thankful for. In that we see how fortunate we are and why it’s important to give back. Especially as the weather gets...