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Jim Gaffigan Ended His Political Silence To Speak Out Against Trump

Usually silent on political issues, the comedian put his family-friendly jokes aside to express his vehement anger toward Donald Trump.…

September 5, 2020

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Monopoly Is Ruthless — But It Can Also Teach Us About Cooperation

Alicia Furlan, University of Pittsburgh

The board game has long been known for its dangerous ability to escalate tensions. But rather than avoiding this, maybe it's the point.…

September 4, 2020

The RNC Proved That Republicans Are Who They Have Always Been

Elias Khoury, University of Michigan

Although the 2020 Republican National Convention (RNC) came under unprecedented circumstances, the messaging was consistent: They don't like Democrats.…

September 4, 2020

Why Is It So Hard for Chapman University To Condemn Bigotry?

Mitchell Tanaka, Chapman University

Following a professor's controversial article on Kamala Harris, the university remains unable to take a firm stance against prejudice.…

September 4, 2020

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The Thin Blue Line Flag Doesn’t Belong in Schools, or Anywhere Else

Chase Cutarelli, Columbia University

The symbol is garnering a racist and hateful history, but that isn't stopping many people, and even schools, from proudly displaying it.…

September 3, 2020

Illustration by Ash Ramirez of Biden at the DNC

The 2020 DNC Shows Signs That Biden May Repeat Clinton’s Loss

Elias Khoury, University of Michigan

The campaign has adopted many of the strategies employed in 2016, even though Democrats lost. If they want a win, they need to make changes.…

September 3, 2020

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The Holocaust TikTok Trend Isn’t Educational — It’s Problematic and Hurtful

Hannah Reynoso, University of Iowa

Some on the app are roleplaying as Holocaust victims. Regardless of intent, the fad is disrespectful, to say the least.…

September 3, 2020

‘Game Change’ Offers Insight Into the Upcoming Election

Emilia Chavez, Rice University

Although America is dealing with unprecedented times, the 2020 election still has echoes of the 2008 Obama/McCain race.…

September 2, 2020

In an article about Joe Biden and the climate crisis, a photo of protesters and a sign reading, "There is no Planet B."

Will Electing Joe Biden Be Enough To Avert the Climate Crisis?

Nora Markey, Wesleyan University

The Democratic nominee's environmental justice plans are similar to the Green New Deal, but he has yet to commit his support to the resolution.…

August 29, 2020

A character in Love in the Time of Corona is quarantined apart from her husband, whose hand she tries touching through glass.

‘Love in the Time of Corona’ Proves Scripted TV Can Survive the Pandemic

Olivia Dimond, Bates College

The Freeform miniseries is one of the first scripted shows exploring the pandemic — filmed at the homes of actors already in quarantine together.…

August 28, 2020

Image of Amy Schumer in article about celebrities who should run for president

4 Politically-Minded Celebrities That Should Run for President

Chloe Hamer, Pitzer College

These influential and socially aware individuals are more than capable of running the Oval Office.…

August 26, 2020

Netflix’s ‘Love on the Spectrum’ Challenges Normalcies of Reality Television

Luke Gair, Sewanee: The University of the South

The five-part series shifts the spotlight to autistic individuals, ultimately subverting exclusionary notions of mainstream media. Does it succeed?…

August 26, 2020

Contraception, Abortion and Birth Control in the COVID-19 World

Emma T., UC Berkeley

The current global pandemic has impacted every sector of public health and politics. Reproductive rights are no exception.…

August 24, 2020

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Mike’s Mic Is the YouTuber Every Gen Zer Needs Right Now

Starr Shapiro, Columbia University

With his witty sense of humor and wildly entertaining opinions, the Australian star's YouTube channel is perfect for this generation's present predicament of pain.…

August 22, 2020

Video Essayists recording themselves as they analyze video games

3 Video Essayists Who Offer a Deeper Look at Video Games

Mitchell Tanaka, Chapman University

Compared to other art forms, video games remain relatively unexamined. These three YouTube creators, however, are working to change that.…

August 21, 2020

Trump Is Targeting the Postal Service in an Effort to Suppress Voting

Caleb Mullenneaux, St. Olaf College

Mail-in ballots are crucial for many with disabilities, for overseas service members and especially during the pandemic. But Trump is claiming they're for cheaters.…

August 20, 2020

‘The Umbrella Academy’ Pulls Off a Great Season by Listening to Fans

Olivia Dimond, Bates College

Fans' complaints, wishes and demands managed to make it into the show’s second season, with one notable exception.…

August 18, 2020

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Racism in the Makeup Industry Reveals the Importance of Black-Owned Makeup Brands

Imani Benberry, Columbia University

When white-owned makeup brands exclude people with darker skin tones, these companies are here to step up.…

August 17, 2020

Illustration by Ash Ramirez of a TikTok map

Calm Down, Take a Breath, and Don’t Believe the TikTok Hype

Elias Khoury, University of Michigan

TikTok has been downloaded across the world over 2 billion times, but the app still isn't as important to our daily lives as the hype would have us believe.…

August 17, 2020

Illustration by Ash Ramirez of targeted ads on a computer screen

A Tentative Defense of Targeted Ads and Data Collection

Alicia Furlan, University of Pittsburgh

We're used to seeing them on social media and our initial reaction is often disgust. But what happens when we really scrutinize our hesitations?…

August 14, 2020

Hype-Worthy Summer Novel ‘The Vanishing Half’ Is a Poignant Examination of Colorism

Emilia Chavez, Rice University

In her new book, Brit Bennett dissects extremely relevant issues with memorable characters and excellent storytelling.…

August 13, 2020

Illustration by Daisy Daniels of the TV shows

5 TV Shows to Hold You Over During the Pandemic’s TV Lull

Starr Shapiro, Columbia University

Quarantine has greatly slowed production of new television programming, but have no fear. Here is some must-watch content from recent years that you can watch right now.…

August 13, 2020

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5 Times Women in Sports Absolutely Crushed It in 2020

Madelyn Haasken, Bemidji State University

Fights for equal pay and a historic, all-female broadcast are just a few of the notable things happening in women's sports this year.…

August 12, 2020

Illustration by Baz Pugmire of Pride 2020 art

Glitter in the Air, Tear Gas in Our Eyes: Pride 2020 and Queer Liberation

Emma T., UC Berkeley

The festival has gone through many iterations, but only some that stay true to Pride's activist roots. This year, though, it returned to its militant origins.…

August 11, 2020

Image of Michelle Obama in an article about the Michelle Obama Podcast

Listen To Michelle Obama Speak Candidly in the ‘Michelle Obama Podcast’

Chloe Hamer, Pitzer College

In her new podcast, the former first lady is speaking with her friends and family on a wide range of interesting and empowering topics.…

August 8, 2020

Donald Trump and Mike Pence as topics of discussion on Mary L Trump's new book titled 'Too Much and Never Enough'

Mary Trump’s ‘Too Much and Never Enough’ Is Both Political and Familial

Chase Cutarelli, Columbia University

The new book written by Donald's niece exhumes decades of corruption and greed in the Trump empire, even before her uncle entered the White House.…

August 7, 2020

Illustration by Ash Ramirez of the Unity Platform

What Does the Bernie-Biden Unity Platform Offer Young People?

Elias Khoury, University of Michigan

Although it may extract some concessions for the youth, the agenda may compromise more than it ought to.…

August 7, 2020

Illustration by Ellen Budell of Raven, the star of That's So Raven

‘That’s So Raven’ Models How Children’s Shows Should Discuss Race

Starr Shapiro, Columbia University

The Disney Channel sitcom may have been made in the early 2000s, but their representation of racism feels like a gaze into the future.…

August 5, 2020

An illustration of Jose Andrés holding a cooking instrument

Chef José Andrés Is Using His Success To Make the World a Better Place

Hannah Docter-Loeb, Wesleyan University

His contributions to the restaurant industry, as well as his philanthropy and activism, make him much more than the usual food celebrity.…

August 4, 2020

6 Remote Reporting Strategies for Student Journalists

Tamara Kamis, Cornell University

Not being able to go out into the field has made student journalism a little more difficult, but with these tips, you should be able get info for your stories while keeping social distancing guidelines.…

August 4, 2020

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