Tag: OpEd

Should The UFC Be Boycotted?

Should The UFC Be Boycotted?

The latest Ultimate Fighting Championship match on the White House lawn, in commemoration of America’s 250th anniversary, has apparently been the last straw for many UFC fans and fighters alike. The relationship between President Trump and the UFC, particularly with its CEO Dana White, has been known for years. However, for many people, the White […]

Trump’s Reflecting Pool Fiasco Might Be His Undoing

Trump’s Reflecting Pool Fiasco Might Be His Undoing

The past few weeks have been tense for the Trump administration, particularly in Washington, D.C. In the lead up to the celebration of the United State’s 250 birthday, President Trump made wide sweeping efforts to transform the nation’s capital into a place seemingly fit for that massive celebration. Additionally, he also used these efforts to […]

Can We Stop Acting Like Sports are the Only Way to Build Character?

Can We Stop Acting Like Sports are the Only Way to Build Character?

From a young age, if I grew up in a family that loves sports, then you were probably told that it builds character and makes you a better person. Sure, it helps us be a team player, learn to take losses, and not be a sore loser or winner. But what about other things that […]

The Top 13 Things to Do on Father’s Day in NYC

The Top 13 Things to Do on Father’s Day in NYC

Number 1 on the list is to invite your Dad to dinner with a view to a very special atmosphere. One World Trade Center has a special offer for Father’s Day: a delicious 2-course menu and a free drink for every dad. Pick one of four dishes for each starter and main course. Number 2 […]

The Knicks’ Celebrations Feel More Than Just A Sports Celebration

When the New York Knicks finally won the NBA finals after a 53-year drought, a powder keg was lit. Celebrations across the city erupted as it felt like the whole city came together as one, even before it was certain that the Knicks would win. Despite their drought of wins, the Knicks, just like the […]

Teen Takeovers Are A Symptom Of Youth Disenfranchisement

There has been a rise in negativity towards the youth of America in recent years. Across social media, videos of teenagers gathered together in large crowds in malls, parks, and beaches have gone viral for all the wrong reasons. These events, labeled as teen takeovers, have led to communities urging their local governments to enact […]

The 90s Music That Raised Me

While growing up in a mostly white community, in a small farming town, as a kid, I grew up listening to Backstreet Boys, Insync, and Spice Girls, as well as Shania Twain, and Dixie Chicks. Learning about heartbreak, love, and how it felt good to be a woman. Then I moved to a more diverse […]

Sports Fans Often Mock “Nerd Culture” Despite Acting the Same Way

When you talk to a sports fan, they will get really excited and talk about their favorite player, sport, stats, and the merch they have to support the team they love. However, if someone doesn’t enjoy sports and enjoys more nerd culture topics, such as video games, superheroes, or their favorite book series, sports fans […]

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