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Discuss “Executive Privilege”

The Tartan will be having its annual elections on December 1, and you are welcome to run. Many college newspapers do not use a democratic election to determine its leadership, but we believe that fair elections are an important part of keeping our organization transparent and keeping your news source vibrant and trustworthy.

Generally, editorial staff members begin as writers and move up into leadership positions, but on occasion some of our most successful and influential staff members have stepped directly into editor or manager roles.

Our annual election determines who will fill the roles of executive officer, editor-in-chief, managing editor, all section editors, and the art and photo editors. Managers are appointed by the executive officer...

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