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Echo Chambers: An Overlooked Downside of Liberal Arts Colleges

Anne Bannon, Scripps College

How places created for learning can stifle political expression.…

September 2, 2023

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College Students Are Making a Difference in the Midterm Election

Alexander Landgraf, The University of Chicago

Facing issues spanning from reproductive rights to climate change, young voters are ready to make their voices heard. …

December 1, 2022

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Is Video Gaming Her Way into Young Voters’ Hearts

Sarah Gudenau, Oakland University

The congresswoman is connecting with younger generations in unprecedented ways, most recently with a round of the popular online game Among Us.…

November 14, 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

8 Political Organizations That Help Women Run for Office

Lizzy Spangler, University of North Texas

Women make up nearly 50.8 percent of the population, yet they only account for 19.6 percent of the U.S. Congress. What gives?…

November 21, 2017

7 Tips for Dating Outside of Your Political Preference

Megan Bender, Citrus College

You both love dogs, eating ice cream and watching Game of Thrones. It's all wonderful, but what about when the dating turns to politics?…

November 19, 2017

An Open Letter to My High School Friends Who Voted for Donald Trump

Flavia Martinez, Amherst College

In a time of social and political unrest, it’s time for young Americans to cross party lines, ask questions and engage in discourse.…

February 20, 2017

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