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Editor's Note
Berdahl is at it again
By Steve Sexton

Editorial
Local schools' defiance of laws hurts students' future

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Reclaiming the First Amendment
Free speech movement forgotten as colleges crack down
By Steve Sexton

Bowling for Berkeley
Local grocery store votes down effort to unionize employees
By A.P. Mehta

Solutions for Addiction
Is the drug war working?
By Ethan Lutske and Carissa Ritner

Landmark decisions that shape Berkeley's future
Local commission makes wall, parking lot and the Units historical landmarks
By Vanessa Wiseman

Frequently Needed Answers
The Patriot responds to everyday questions heard on Sproul Plaza
By Julia Baumgaertner

ASUC error in your favor, pass GO and collect
What to do with your refund money
By Reva Alavian

Indoctrination 100 AC
Graduation requirement misrepresents History, Culture
By Melanie Smith and John Cise

The airwaves have it Right
Conservative “hot talks” have revolutionized media, politics
By Alan Donner

Intellectual slavery of groupthink
University students should learn how to think as individuals
By Hovannes Abramyan

A Vocal Minority
College Republicans striving to restore honor and integrity to the ASUC
By Rhianna Bauer

The Final Word
We wish you a Patriot Christmas!
Compiled by the California Patriot staff

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