How to Prepare for Election Day
Over the past few weeks, I've not been able to have a conversation with anyone without the upcoming election being brought up. If you're...
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Don't Sleep on Congressional Races
Your high school government class (or Schoolhouse Rock!) probably taught you about the three branches of government - the executive branch, the legislative branch, and the judicial branch. We’re currently in the midst of a contentious time for all three - right now, a polarizing presidential race and a heavily debated judicial appointment are making headlines across the world. However, that last branch- the legislative branch- is taking up a large chunk of your ballot this November as well. Why aren’t we talking as much about those races?
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What Is Going on in the Supreme Court?
The recent passing of Ruth Bader Ginsburg has sparked a true appreciation of her life and career. Justice Ginsburg spent her entire life fighting for the rights of marginalized communities and continued this work in the highest court of the land. With the death of such a pioneer and titan, eyes have now turned to who her replacement will be.
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Why Your Vote Matters (Even if You Think it Doesn't!)
Let's bring power back to the polls.
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Who is Amy Coney Barrett? Why Her?
When you look at the state of our nation today, did you think this is where we would be four years ago? For many Americans, our nation’s...
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You're Registered to Vote...Now What?
This year’s upcoming election has seen one of the biggest voter registration campaigns in recent history. I’ve been seeing reminders to...
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An Insight to UMD Voting
Nov. 3, 2020. For most people, it would be the day they go out and place their vote for president. However, many students at the University...
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5 Reasons why Donald Trump (And Everyone Else) Should Watch Designated Survivor
Designated Survivor premiered in 2016. However, looking back, it was way before it’s time.
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The Theatre Industry Is Being Failed By The Government: How Did We Let The Future of Our Beloved Arts Get Like This?
Today I am interviewing two Acting Graduates, Hannah Latoria and Grace Pepper, on their experience of work in the pandemic. Theatre. A...
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Boris Johnson Already Thinking About Christmas, Yet Local Lockdowns Announced Three Hours Before Eid
In Boris Johnson’s efforts to not appear as ‘a scrooge’, he appears as an Islamophobe instead. The Mirror reports that Johnson is...
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A Former Girl Stater’s Take on Boys State (2020)
During the summer of 2017, I attended Texas Bluebonnet Girls State with about five hundred other girls from all over Texas. Girls State is...
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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is a woman that I hold in high regard. Elected as U.S. Representative for New York's 14th congressional district...
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Everything You Need to Know About Trump's Tax Returns
Recently, the Times revealed that Donald Trump has only paid $750 in income tax over the past two years. Even more astoundingly, the report also found that over ten of the last fifteen years, Trump has paid no income taxes at all.
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5 Ways We Can Carry On Ruth Bader Ginsburg's Legacy
Ruth Bader Ginsburg was a one-of-a-kind woman. She rose above all standards to help create the new norms for today. Not only did she...
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Massachusetts Elections: How to Vote and What’s On the Ballot
The 2020 election is barely a month away, and we all know that it’s going to be a strange one. Understandably, the race for the White House...
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Roe vs Wade: What is It and Why it Needs Protection
Of all major United States court cases, quite possibly none are as divisive and impactful as landmark case, Roe vs Wade. As a woman in...
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Remembering Ruth Bader Ginsburg
"Women belong in all places where decisions are being made. It shouldn't be that women are the exception." – Ruth Bader Ginsburg
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Gender and Governmental Work— Complementary or Contradictory?
Being a woman kinda blows. We suffer through periods, childbirth*, unrealistic expectations (my personal favorite being the manic pixie...
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The Burden of COVID on Black-Owned Restaurants
One thing about me; I couldn’t wait to grab a mocha from Amelie’s or Octane when I got back to Tech. Sadly, they closed their doors because...
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What Would Happen if the Supreme Court Could Be Expanded?
What would happen if the number of Supreme Court seats could be increased? In order to best answer that question, it’s important to look at the reasoning behind it.
