Major loss of the Conservative party after 16 years of majority By: Viola Shephard On the fourth of July 2024, the United Kingdom’s Conservative Party was handed an extreme defeat by its opposition, the Labour Party, and their new Prime Minister, Keir Starmer. The downfall of the Conservative Party is rooted in the incompetence of […]
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Tim Walz: The Democratic Party’s VP Pick
Democrats picked a relatable candidate to sway undecided voters By: Tia Reddy On August 6th, 2024, Kamala Harris made her selection for the Democratic vice presidential candidate. The decision came after the incumbent Joe Biden dropped out of the election because of donor apathy resulting from his poor debate performance and his perceived cognitive decline. […]
It’s All in the Name
Will Donald Trump’s old strategy of name-calling be enough to rewrite the rules again? By: Sophia Stafford In 2016, Donald Trump’s outlandish nicknames and rhetoric catapulted him from an unserious candidate to the President of the United States. His provocative demeanor and inflammatory phrases seized the attention of the national media. Whether voters were amazed […]
Why Harris isn’t as Great as You Think
A critique of her economic policies By: Tobiashus Swatherton The American economy is at the most fragile point it’s been in a long time. Recently, the Federal Reserve cut interest rates by fifty basis points to stimulate the economy. But according to Reuters, it was an “aggressive move.” This is because higher interest rates help […]
Sparking Youth Voter Engagement
Taylor Swift’s Endorsement of Kamala Harris By: Sally Hoagland Pop icon Taylor Swift has made sparks fly after endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris, creating conversations across the entertainment and political industries. Taylor Swift is no stranger when it comes to expressing her political views, using her social media platforms not only promotes her music but […]
The Ban of Affirmative Action
How it plays an integral part in college admissions applications. By: Sabrine Said Affirmative action is a set of policies that favors individuals who are considered disadvantaged and face discrimination. In an educational setting, affirmative action is used to give minority or marginalized groups opportunities for proper education. The lack of Affirmative Action in educational […]
India at the Core
International Ramifications of the U.S. Presidential Election By: Rohan Jayaraman The U.S. presidential election is a global election. 244 million eligible voters have a decision on November 5th that will have a significant impact beyond the domestic sphere; their choice will influence the United States’foreign policy and diplomatic stances. Both Donald Trump and Kamala Harris […]
The First Donald Trump Assassination Attempt: Implications on Political Unity
Donald Trump calls for unity among supporters with a public plea of don’t let ‘evil win’. Mere days before July 11, 2024, a twenty-year-old searched the web for the locations of the Democratic National Convention, as well as nearby Trump Rallies. The man in question, Thomas Crooks, would be later killed after attempting to shoot […]
The Presidential Candidates Face Off
Harris provokes Trump again, and again, and again. By: Meredith Richardson A mere two months ago, Joe Biden exited the stage of the presidential debate after a feeble performance, lending credence to right-wing accusations of his incompetence and taking the Democrats’ hopes along with him. During the September 10th debate, however, it was Kamala Harris […]
Biden Drops Out
How this could be advantageous for the Democratic Party By: Matthew Ding On July 21st, 2024, Joe Biden made the decision to drop out of the 2024 presidential race. Biden dropping out could potentially be a major advantage for the democratic party, laying the foundations for a new candidate who resonates more with younger voters […]