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Nathan Sledjeski

Nathan Sledjeski

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Special Issues Deputy Editor, The Daily Californian

Berkeley

Biography

I am a journalist, columnist, and newspaper editor who's deeply committed to exploring the intersections of media, power, and its effects on public perception. My work examines the absurdities of American cultural life and political practices, the global impact of U.S. policy, and the ways media constructs knowledge and 'otherness.' I keep an ear to the ground, blending satire, analysis, and historical perspectives to dissect the complex interplay between governance, culture, and the ethics of information and social practices. Whether unpacking contemporary political contradictions or tracing media’s role in shaping public consciousness, I aim through my work to interrogate the narratives that define our world.

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Satire , Cultural Criticism , Media And Power , Global Affairs , Diplomacy , Social Policy , Inequality , Politics And Policy

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Total articles 21

  • 2025 Cal Day Issue: Let there be light

    By Aimee Han, Zoe Campion, Nathan Sledjeski, Ahana Sur| The Daily Californian Verified Peeking through funky-looking trees, concrete rooftops and miscellaneous rolling hills lies our beloved Campanile, a beacon of light. It’s undeniably easy for incoming, current and soon-to-be-graduating students alike to feel disoriented, wandering aimlessly through the bustle of students who all seem to have some sense of direction. These various directions lead students to all sorts of experiences, and those paths are seldom defined.

    By Aimee Han, Zoe Campion, Nathan Sledjeski, Ahana Sur · The Daily Californian

    Apr. 17, 2025

  • Our landlord leviathan: How private equity is swallowing US housing

    By Nathan Sledjeski| The Daily Californian Verified In 1843, writing in his paper, Rheinische Zeitung, Karl Marx denounced an excessive, state-imposed wine tax that was driving the region’s many vintners to the brink of poverty. One of his central criticisms focused on the rigid methodology in the government’s report used to assess the taxability of the winemakers.

    By Nathan Sledjeski · The Daily Californian

    Mar. 12, 2025

  • 2025 Housing Issue: Building homes, finding community

    By Aimee Han, Zoe Campion, Nathan Sledjeski, August Anderson| The Daily Californian Verified Even if the facade of a building fades over time, its foundation remains strong — its presence serves as a starting point for campus students to design their own homes. Whether we are furnishing our spaces with miscellaneous clutter, planting chia seeds or following recipes reminiscent of our youth, the spaces where we hang our hats and coats are a crystallized source of our character.

    By Aimee Han, Zoe Campion, Nathan Sledjeski, August Anderson · The Daily Californian

    Mar. 06, 2025

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The Daily Californian

The Daily Californian is an independent, student-run newspaper that serves the University of California, Berkeley, and its surrounding community. Established in 1871, it is one of the oldest college newspapers in the United States and the oldest on the West Coast. The newspaper is operated by the Independent Berkeley Students Publishing Company, Inc., and has maintained editorial and financial independence from UC Berkeley since 1971. The Daily Californian publishes a broadsheet format and distributes 10,000 copies on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. It covers a range of topics, including campus news, local events, sports, arts, and opinion pieces. The current editor-in-chief is Kavya Gupta, supported by a team of 401 staff writers. The newspaper has a rich history, including advocacy for Japanese American students during World War II and significant milestones that highlight its role in student journalism.

Berkeley, California, United States

'+1 510-548-8300

Founded: 1871