The veil that covers a bride’s face, the veil used in religious rituals, and even the veil of ignorance — a philosophical representation suggested by John Rawls — all imply that a veil acts as an object which conceals, hides, and covers anything behind it. Unless there is an action to lift the veil, the truth behind it may never be revealed.

The October Issue of The Granite Tower (GT) thus endeavors to lift any veil that is obscuring the truth of recent domestic and international issues. Our Cover Story highlights the tumultuous conflict between the government and doctors regarding the medical reform plans. As the medical field is turning to a new chapter, there have been numerous controversies surrounding the reformation, which all deserve its own light. GT also focuses on various environmental issues surfacing today, including the sudden surge of insects in South Korea and the tragic oil spill on the coast of Mauritius.

In an era where massive amounts of information are within easy reach, it may be challenging to grasp the core of the actual truth. Therefore, the reporters of GT attempts to remove any layers that might hinder the readers from clearly understanding the issues. We hope that our voices could bring a new light to the readers and help reveal the truth within.