Posts By Mathew Botros
An Open Letter to The Graduating Class of 2017
May 18, 2017 | Mathew BotrosI cannot believe the class of 2017 is going to graduate so soon! It’s crazy to think about and also somewhat sad.
However, I would like to take a moment to send a message to the seniors. I think you’ll like … Read More
D&D
May 11, 2017 | Mathew Botros 1David Hernandez and David Carrera are both finishing up their freshman year at Hudson Catholic. Though these two Davids come from different backgrounds, they have forged a friendship in part because of their time spent together on the swim team this year. … Read More
Op-Ed: What Is the Alt-Right?
May 9, 2017 | Mathew BotrosThis piece reflects the beliefs of its author. It does not represent the views of The Commentator as a whole, nor does it represent the opinion of Hudson Catholic Regional High School.
Political movements have been well known for their symbols, historical … Read More
Op-Ed: The Problem With The Regressive Left
May 1, 2017 | Mathew Botros 1This piece reflects the beliefs of its author. It does not represent the views of The Commentator as a whole, nor does it represent the opinion of Hudson Catholic Regional High School.
“You’re racist!” “You’re a bigot!” “You’re homophobic!” “You’re transphobic!” “You’re … Read More
Move Review: Kong is Still King
April 7, 2017 | Mathew BotrosFollowing the tradition of its predecessor, the 2014 version of Godzilla, Kong: Skull Island is the MonsterVerse film we need for Kong to confront Godzilla in 2020.
The film is very beautifully shot with some great gorgeous and garish scenes contrasted with the dark … Read More
What is #Pizzagate?
March 20, 2017 | Mathew BotrosA new hashtag is exploding on social media that has not been talked about in the mainstream, or has been called a “conspiracy theory.” It is called #Pizzagate.
Now let’s first understand how Pizzagate has been exploding on the Internet (especially … Read More
Meet the New Fishies
February 10, 2017 | Mathew BotrosAs the swim team advances through its practices throughout the winter sports season, the bonding and growing together as a team improves. New captains and swimmers have commented on their expectations and experiences.
Members of the swim team include the … Read More
Op-Ed: Fake News Hokum
February 6, 2017 | Mathew Botros 1This piece reflects the beliefs of its author. It does not represent the views of The Commentator as a whole, nor does it represent the opinion of Hudson Catholic Regional High School.
In a stunning twelve weeks of post-election coverage, the “Fake … Read More
Hawk Election Reactions
January 9, 2017 | Mathew BotrosIt is hard to believe that it has been nine weeks since the the presidential election of 2016, a wild ride for some, an annoying distraction for others. In one-on-one chats with The Commentator, many students and teachers expressed their … Read More
Fidel Castro Dead at 90
December 5, 2016 | Mathew BotrosMany Cubans worldwide are now celebrating as the death of their communist dictator, Fidel Castro, sparks controversy across the world.
On November 25, 2016, on an ironically most capitalist of days, Black Friday, Fidel Castro died at the age of … Read More
Bader Late Than Never
September 27, 2016 | Mathew BotrosMeet Ms. Meredith Bader! A history teacher and assistant girls soccer coach, she’s made her new home in room 325. On September 22, The Commentator spoke with Ms. Bader about Hudson Catholic, its students, and much, much more.
When asked about … Read More
Meet “Mr. Utility Man”
September 16, 2016 | Mathew BotrosSenior Jemare Meadows’ position on the Hudson Catholic football team is technically defensive end, but he jokes that he can go by another name because the coaches play him “in a lot of places.”
“You can call me Mr. Utility … Read More