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Recognizing Somaliland Would Betray American Values
To recognize Somaliland is to destabilize Africa and undercut America’s values.
Aadil Mohamed
37 minutes ago4 min read


Recognizing Somaliland Would Recognize American Values
The Horn of Africa’s best democracy is key to a more peaceful continental order.
Shiv Parihar
38 minutes ago4 min read


A Conversation with Nadine Strossen
American legal scholar Nadine Strossen sits down with Sara Arjomand '26.
Sara Arjomand
12 hours ago21 min read


Claremont Professors Find Lack of Ideological Diversity in University Syllabi
Higher education through one-sided narratives has created "closed classrooms."
Dhriti Jagadish
5 days ago5 min read


It’s Time to End the Hypocrisy
Claremont, it's time to preach what we practice.
Dhriti Jagadish
Sep 224 min read


The Forgotten Druze: Syria's Overlooked Victims
The Druze of Syria stand on the brink of erasure, as their endurance is met with global silence.
Rachel Svoyskiy
Sep 203 min read


CMC Class of 2029: First-Year Class President Statements
Learn more about the First-Year Class President candidates!
Violet Ramanathan
Sep 146 min read


A Conversation with Karen Hao
Award-winning reporter Karen Hao sits down with Sara Arjomand '26.
Sara Arjomand
Sep 1316 min read


FIRE’s 2026 Free Speech Rankings: How the Claremont Colleges Fared
Claremont McKenna secures the top spot, and Pomona falls among nation’s worst.
Dhriti Jagadish
Sep 104 min read


Reflections from the Inside
We cannot rehabilitate children without nurturing them.
Enya Kamadolli
Sep 56 min read


Apply to Be a Forum Writer
Applications close Friday, October 3rd, 2025 at 11:59pm.
The Forum
Sep 41 min read


A Nation That Owns Its Homes Owns Its Destiny
Homeownership isn’t a luxury, but an essential ingredient in republicanism.
Shiv Parihar
Aug 284 min read


The Great American Lie: “Everyone Should be a Homeowner”
It's time we questioned a cultural institution that keeps housing unaffordable and promises financial security but doesn't deliver.
Caleb Rasor
Aug 286 min read


A Conversation With Corey Brettschneider
Professor Corey Brettschneider sits down with Greta Long '28 and Shiv Parihar '28.
Shiv Parihar, Greta Long
Aug 2721 min read


Introducing The Forum's 2025-26 Staff
Meet the five staff members of The Forum.
The Forum
Aug 252 min read


Baby Bonds: A Great Provision In A Disastrous Budget Bill
Trump’s child trust funds could reduce wealth inequality while promoting economic mobility and positive parenting. Liberals and conservatives alike should applaud it.
Caleb Rasor
Jun 254 min read


When Activists Normalize Violence and Terrorism
The recent DC shooting shows the danger of a movement that fails to stand on principles. College students are not innocent.
Violet Ramanathan
May 314 min read


Henry Long 2025 Class-Elected Commencement Speech
The class of 2025 elected Henry Long to deliver remarks on their behalf at Claremont McKenna College's 77th Commencement Ceremony.
Henry Long
May 184 min read


I grew up speaking Spanglish. We should still use SAE.
Enforcing linguistic rules isn’t oppressive; it’s liberating.
Gabe Khuly
May 163 min read


Just Taxing the Rich Won’t Save Our Social Safety Net
To create an America where everyone can flourish, we’ll all need to pitch in.
Caleb Rasor
May 164 min read
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