Politics
Headlines are all about politicians, but the real people that maintain democracy are the public workers who shape the lives of everyday Americans. Politics and democracy do not just stay in the Capitol, it lives in schools, housing offices, health clinics and even the DMV. The people that run these...
The Supreme Court has ruled, in a 6-3 decision, to uphold the Tennessee law banning gender transition care for young people. The case, United States v Skrmetti, was taken to court by three transgender teenagers, their parents and a doctor that provides transition medications. Their argument was that the Tennessee...
Over the years, New York has passed many bills regarding the city’s health. These laws often help regulate gas emissions, air pollution, and other air-borne issues. While these efforts are a step in the right direction, they should also focus on the many different problems that the city faces when...
Recent events are highlighting a disturbing fact: political violence is becoming much more frequent. From a deadly attack on lawmakers in Minnesota to arson threats in Texas and chaos in Washington, D.C., the headlines keep rolling in. But the American public seems…not surprised? Are we as a country becoming desensitized...
Politicians’ campaigns and online presence are nothing like they used to be. In an era of Trump, political figures are reimagining how they attract and maintain supporters. They now guest on podcasts, post humorous videos to their page and spread messages on social media almost as casually as texting a...
Gavin Newsom, the current governor of California, appears to have changed his stance on whether he will run for president. Previously, Newsom had repeatedly stated he was not interested in the position. In 2022 he told the San Francisco Chronicle that he has “sub-zero interest” in a presidential bid and...
Nearly one in three students are considering a college’s political leaning when applying, according to a new survey. GenZ seems to be very set in their values–for better or for worse. This raises the question: are universities becoming just another political battleground? Students, especially those coming from a more affluent...
Social media has become the battleground for elections. Candidates are guests on popular podcasts, campaign teams are utilizing trends for exposure and politicians are able to get their message out faster than ever. Feeds have the ability to shape opinion, and, ultimately, dictate who gets elected into power. And politicians...
After the recent detainment of dozens of people, Los Angeles citizens took to the streets in protest. Trump responded by sending national guard officers to the scene–a move that has provoked much controversy. On Friday, June 6, a protesting crowd formed in LA’s Fashion District after Immigration and Customs Enforcement...
J.D. Vance, the current Vice President to and fiercest ally of President Donald Trump, has not always been such a loyal supporter. Vance began as a skeptic to Trump, but as Trump’s influence surged, the party’s true identity and priorities became clear. Vance’s personal shift isn’t just about his affiliation,...
During the 2024 election season, Donald Trump and Elon Musk seemed to be the unlikely political dynamic duo. Two men, neither from traditional political backgrounds, vying together to be the voice of the United States. The relationship appeared to be better than ever when President Trump won the election and...
With Trump’s endless executive orders, It’s safe to say that a lot of people are wondering this questionL Is the Presidency too powerful for democracy? From his executive orders that bypass Congress to unchecked control over nuclear weapons and national emergencies, the U.S. presidency we have today holds an immense...
