I understand the need for paywalls in journalism. Everybody wants free news, but it takes resources to support the skilled writers who produce it. Excessive paywalls means journalism can’t reach those who need it most: young people.
Author Archives: Landon Block
Landon Block is the Opinion Editor for Mustang News. He started in journalism as a guest contributor to his high school paper, the SDA Mustang, and has since joined the San Diego Union-Tribune as a Community Voices Project Contributor. His goal is to help people share their passions and inspire others through journalism. He was recognized as the Club Penguin "Penguin of the Day" on October 4, 2013.
Posted inObituaries
‘Tackling challenges with determination and love’: Cal Poly and extended community remember James Soulie-Washburn
First-year architecture transfer James was known for his creativity, artistic spirit and peaceful demeanor. In the aftermath of his passing on Dec. 2, his family shared a message to the campus community remembering his life.
Posted inOpinion
Elections aftermath: turning pain into purpose
Then I remembered the words of Colorado State Senator Tom Sullivan. I met Senator Sullivan last October in his home state. His son, Alex, was murdered in the Aurora Theater Massacre in 2012. Since then, he told me, he’s turned into “a ball of anger and frustration and lack of patience.” Oh, and he ran for office, won, and actually made change.