Election

The Evolving Role of Celebrities In American Politics

Karla D. Galvan, The University of Texas at San Antonio

From success stories to failures, celebrities have left their mark in the world of politics.…

January 16, 2024

A Roadmap to 2024: A Glimpse Into The Future

Noah Hernandez, University of Texas at San Antonio

A preview into 2024 and the major political, scientific, and technological events that await us the new year.…

January 13, 2024

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4 Takeaways From ‘Whose Vote Counts, Explained’

Tanisha Bhat, Boston University

The Vox docu-series explores the history of voter disenfranchisement and the right to vote in U.S. politics.…

October 25, 2020

Thanks to Young People, Ed Markey Beats the Younger Joe Kennedy in Senate Primary

Audrey Martin, Boston University

The incumbent senator may be up in years, but his win against Kennedy proves voters aren't looking for a youthful candidate — they're looking for a progressive one.…

September 11, 2020

Screenshot from the new comedy 'Irresistible"

Jon Stewart’s Comedy ‘Irresistible’ Looks at the Role of Money and Media in Politics

Hannah Docter-Loeb, Wesleyan University

The comedian's newest project, featuring Steve Carrell, follows a high-stakes political campaign in a small Midwestern town — and it has a lot to say.…

August 18, 2020

Image of a woman and a government agent in the docuseries Immigration Nation

The Docuseries ‘Immigration Nation’ Is Stirring Up Controversy

Madelyn Haasken, Bemidji State University

The Netflix docuseries takes a brutally honest look at the nation's immigration policies, with first-hand accounts from migrants, refugees and even ICE agents.…

August 15, 2020

The New Voter’s No-Sweat Guide to Voting

Katie Klear, Columbia College Chicago

Election season is upon us, and learning how to vote is the first step to exercising your rights. Here are the basics of the process for all you new voters out there.…

July 1, 2020

Why College Students Would Enjoy ‘Bobby Kennedy for President’

Kayla Morosco, Chatham University

It's not only a documentary; it's a reflection of what is happening right now.…

May 16, 2018

The Top 10 News Stories on Minorities

Cheryl Sutton, Purdue University

With high political tension across the country, 2017 was a dynamic year for all minorities, in both good ways and bad.…

January 17, 2018

What Does the Alabama Election Mean for America?

Giselle Krachenfels, USC

Following the Alabama election, let's take a look at the results, reactions and their broader implications.…

December 14, 2017

What the Presidential Election in France Means for the U.S.

What the French Election Means for You

Phillip Bugajski, Loyola University Chicago

Six things you need to know about Emmanuel Macron and the future of France.…

May 13, 2017

Sympathy May Have Crash-landed Trump in the White House

Kristina Fernandez, Florida State University

As Trump’s second week in office nears its end, a glimpse back to the campaign-from-hell may give insight into how the new president won his title.…

February 1, 2017

Why the Nationwide Protests Against Trump Do Matter

Crissonna Tennison, UCLA

Protesting the recently established President-elect may not change the outcome, but it’s still important to exercise your First Amendment rights.…

November 13, 2016

Your Handy Election Companion: The Differing Policies of Trump and Clinton

August Wright, College of Charleston

Don’t treat the election like a personality contest; here’s an unbiased guide to the candidates’ views on the most important issues.…

November 5, 2016

Who Is Adam, and Why Does He Keep Ruining Everything?

Michelle Criqui, James Madison University

During an election year where there’s no escape from the media’s lies, Adam Conover is serving up the honest truth (with a side of humor, of course).…

November 2, 2016