The Realist Case for Palestinian Statehood
United States national security depends on the creation of an independent Palestinian state.
What is an Honor Violation? The White Book Can’t Tell You.
To save the Honor System, we must reintroduce an objective foundation of morality and truth.
W&L Community Discusses Honor System’s Enforcement
Respondents to a student poll offer dozens of potential changes to the Honor System.
The Honor System, a defining feature of student life at Washington and Lee University, is a heavily debate dissue among the student body.
Many of its core components, including the Single Sanction, where all Honor Violations (HVs) result in the perpetrator being expelled, have elicited markedly opposing responses: being referred to by some as “extremely problematic,” yet retaining the support of just over half of respondents to The Spectator’s recent student poll.
Exclusive Interview With Representative Ben Cline
Cline discussed higher education in the context of the Trump administration and Charlie Kirk’s assassination.
W&L Community Discusses Honor System Reforms
Respondents to a student poll offer dozens of potential changes to the Honor System.
The Spectator Hosts Vigil Honoring Charlie Kirk
The Spectator, joined by over 100 community members, commemorated the life and legacy of Charlie Kirk.
The Best Local Restaurants Near W&L
Lexington’s restaurant scene has a few that stand out for their price and walkability.
The Spectator Presents: Catherine Herridge
The award-winning investigative journalist will discuss “The State of Modern Journalism.”
W&L Students Polled on Honor System
Respondents to a student poll remain mostly favorable on the Honor System, but question the Single Sanction and highlight other issues.
Lexington Reacts to Lee’s Death
October 12 served as the 155th anniversary of the death of Robert E. Lee.
W&L’s Fluctuating Academic Rankings
Washington and Lee’s place among elite American colleges remains inconsistent.
W&L Must Live by Its Mottos
Washington and Lee’s presentation of history violates the goal of a liberal arts education.
Washington Given Command
George Washington confides in his wife about the daunting task of commanding the ragtag Continental Army.
The Best Outdoor Activities Near W&L
Lexington and its surrounding environment offer a treasure trove of outdoor activities.
An End to Wall Street’s Greatest Loophole?
An impending tax change could affect the sought-after private equity industry.
Introductory Note from the Editor-in-Chief
Editor-in-Chief Alex Kagan describes his goals for The Spectator.
Several W&L Students Mock Charlie Kirk’s Assassination
The online versus in-person responses to Kirk’s killing drew a contrasting picture.
My Russian Summer Immersion Experience
My time at Middlebury College was challenging, but immensely rewarding.
The Menace of Mandatory On-Campus Senior Housing
A plan for 100 additional beds poses an existential threat too close for comfort.