Alex Johnson, New York University

The Macabre Hashtag #IfIDieinaSchoolShooting Is Trending, Unfortunately

Alex Johnson, New York University

Student Andrew Schneidawind wanted to show politicians the fear that students and teachers live through every day.…

May 24, 2018

Following Parkland and Santa Fe, Young-Voter Numbers Are Swelling

Alex Johnson, New York University

There’s never been something like this before.…

May 23, 2018

The Santa Fe Shooting Finds Texas Grappling with a Mass-Murder Crisis

Alex Johnson, New York University

Including the Sutherland Springs shooting and Austin bombings, nearly 40 Texans have died from domestic terrorism since November.…

May 21, 2018

Michigan State Reaches Massive Settlement with Larry Nassar Survivors

Alex Johnson, New York University

The university will reportedly have to use student tuition to finance the agreement.…

May 21, 2018

In ‘This Is America,’ Childish Gambino Sensationally Tackles Third-Rail Politics

Alex Johnson, New York University

Police brutality, gun violence, media complicity and institutionalized racism all receive damning portrayals in Donald Glover’s new video.…

May 9, 2018

The #MuteRKelly Movement Shuts Down R. Kelly Show, Calls for Accountability

Alex Johnson, New York University

It's the response to petitions.…

May 2, 2018

Backlash Against Comedian Michelle Wolf Is Ironic and Hypocritical

Alex Johnson, New York University

For an event that claims to celebrate free speech, Wolf has come under fire for speaking too freely.…

May 2, 2018

Following the Success of ‘Roseanne,’ ‘Home Improvement’ Wants Its Piece of the Pie

Alex Johnson, New York University

If one ’90s reboot is good, then two has to be better!…

April 30, 2018

Kanye West Draws Backlash (Again) for Expressing Pro Trump Sentiments

Alex Johnson, New York University

And to think we were excited about his return to Twitter.…

April 25, 2018

A #MeToo Activist Has Been Accused of Sexual Harassment and Anti-Asian Remarks

Alex Johnson, New York University

Christina Garcia has been accused of a slew of sexually inappropriate advances by male staff members.…

April 24, 2018

The National School Walkout Knows Its Limitations

Alex Johnson, New York University

As Parkland survivor David Hogg said, we can have all the walkouts we want, but if we don’t walk into the voting stations, none of this matters.…

April 23, 2018

Borough of Manhattan Community College Becomes Solar Panel Standout

Alex Johnson, New York University

Nothing reflects a bright future quite like 947 solar panels.…

April 17, 2018

What Does the FBI Raid of Trump’s Lawyer Mean for the Trump Administration?

Alex Johnson, New York University

It's not good.…

April 11, 2018

As Midterm Elections Approach, Should Democrats Bank on an Impeached Trump?

Alex Johnson, New York University

The party is grappling over whether to encourage calls for impeachment or ignore them, as both devalue the democratic process.…

April 10, 2018

Asian-Americans Sue Harvard for Admissions-Based Discrimination

Alex Johnson, New York University

According to the suit, a ‘diversity quota’ at Harvard forces Asian-American students to score higher on the SAT just to be competitive with their white counterparts.…

April 6, 2018

Trump Gives Thumbs-Up to Sinclair Broadcasting Propaganda

Alex Johnson, New York University

The conservative media outlet, somewhat hypocritically, forced anchors nationwide to read a script designed to stoke fears of media bias.…

April 5, 2018

Muslims in Baltimore Protest After Stephon Clark’s Death

Alex Johnson, New York University

The 22-year-old is the latest black man to be unjustly killed for a crime he had nothing to do with.…

April 2, 2018

What Makes the Austin Bombings ‘Domestic Terrorism?’

Alex Johnson, New York University

Given that the standard procedure is to shy away from such definitive language, Austin police chief Brian Manley’s statement took many by surprise.…

April 2, 2018

A Fake Video of Emma Gonzalez Has Gone Viral

Alex Johnson, New York University

Because it’s incredibly believable that the Parkland survivor would rip up the Constitution.…

March 29, 2018

In Debate Over the Tampon Tax, States Look to Schools

Alex Johnson, New York University

Across the country, a handful of states and pioneering student groups have paved the way for no-cost tampons and other feminine hygiene products.…

March 27, 2018

The Perpetrator of the Austin Bombings Has Killed Himself

Alex Johnson, New York University

The 24-year-old white male took his life yesterday, March 22, before he could be apprehended by the authorities.…

March 22, 2018

The Accident Involving Uber’s Self-Driving Car Changes Little for College Users

Alex Johnson, New York University

Accidents or not, students rely on the ride-sharing app and are anticipating the advent of its self-driving fleet.…

March 22, 2018

Here’s the Latest on the Austin Bombings

Alex Johnson, New York University

Investigators have begun to walk back the idea that the crimes are racially motivated, leaving detectives at a loss for a cause.…

March 20, 2018

What Does the FIU Bridge Collapse Mean for Florida Students?

Alex Johnson, New York University

The crash, which has several confirmed casualties, will also affect the FIU community, many of whom are on spring break.…

March 16, 2018

Austin Bombings Still Lack a Clear Motive, Say Austin Police

Alex Johnson, New York University

The bombings have killed two African-American males, aged 39 and 17, and have critically injured a 75-year-old Hispanic woman.…

March 14, 2018

The Duffer Brothers Have Been Accused of Verbal Abuse

Alex Johnson, New York University

Netflix investigated the claims against the 'Stranger Things' showrunners, but found no evidence. The show has faced similar issues before.…

March 13, 2018

Hampton University Students ‘Mutiny,’ Demanding Administration Change

Alex Johnson, New York University

The school’s Title IX coordinator is the daughter of the university president and has reportedly mishandled sexual assault on campus.…

March 13, 2018

A Male Gymnast Has Accused Larry Nassar of Sexual Abuse

Alex Johnson, New York University

‘My sister and I shouldn’t have to relate the fact that we’ve both been abused,’ said the Michigan State freshman about Nassar.…

March 8, 2018

All the Hits and Misses of the 2018 Oscars

Alex Johnson, New York University

As you might imagine, Ryan Seacrest’s interview with Taraji P. Henson was a definite hit.…

March 5, 2018

After Parkland, the NRA Is Losing Corporate Partnerships Left and Right

Alex Johnson, New York University

Not only are businesses like Delta cutting ties with the NRA, critics have become vocal about the organization’s role in America’s gun-violence problem.…

February 26, 2018