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Sep 12 2024OPINION

The Silent Censor: How Free Speech is Being Chipped Away by Tech, Media, and Politics

Imagine living in a world where the ability to express your thoughts and opinions is slowly being eroded away. It's not a reality from a dystopian novel, but our current reality. The erosion of free speech is happening, and it's not a single, dramatic event, but rather a thousand tiny cuts. From th

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Sep 12 2024POLITICS

9/11: A Day for Reflection, Not Politics

The 9/11 anniversary marks a somber reminder of the devastating attacks that killed nearly 3,000 people in 2001. Every four years, this day falls during the presidential election season, and this year is no exception. As we pay our respects, we must acknowledge the long-term effects of the 9/11 att

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Sep 12 2024POLITICS

Beyond Politics: Remembering the Human Impact of 9/11

As we mark the 23rd anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, it's easy to get caught up in the politics surrounding the event. But let's not forget the human cost. What does it mean to lose a loved one in such a brutal manner? How do we honor their memory without getting mired in partisan bickering? The at

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Sep 12 2024POLITICS

Remembering 9/11: Unpacking the Complexity of Patriotism and Politicization

As we mark the 23rd anniversary of the 9/11 terror attacks, it's essential to acknowledge the significance of this date. Every year, the National September 11 Memorial & Museum hosts a commemoration ceremony, honoring the 2,983 lives lost. But beneath the surface of this solemn occasion, a tug-of-wa

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Sep 12 2024POLITICS

Remembering 9/11: A Day of Reflection, Politics, and Pain

As the sun rises over the World Trade Center, the 9/11 anniversary commemorates the lives lost and reshaped by the devastating attacks. But this solemn occasion is also forever intertwined with presidential campaign politics. This year, President Joe Biden, former President Donald Trump, and Vice

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Sep 12 2024POLITICS

When Politics Collide With Pain: 9/11 and the Quest for Remembrance

As the United States marked the 23rd anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, the event took on a unique significance in the midst of a presidential election season. Amidst the somber ceremony at Ground Zero, President Joe Biden, former President Donald Trump, and Vice President Kamala Harris stood together

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Sep 12 2024POLITICS

9/11's Bittersweet Anniversary: Politics Loom Large, but Memories and Tributes Remain

As the United States commemorates the 23rd anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, it's easy to get caught up in the presidential campaign politics that often accompany this somber occasion. Amidst the grandstanding and photo ops, though, let's not forget the real heroes: the victims, their families, and

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Sep 12 2024ENTERTAINMENT

The Rebel Ridge Reboot: Was Boyega's Exit Really for the Best?

Jeremy Saulnier, the director of Rebel Ridge, is speaking out about John Boyega's departure from the Netflix film, citing family reasons as the reason for his exit. Saulnier claims that Boyega's exit was inevitable and out of respect for all parties involved. The film stars Aaron Pierre as ex-Marin

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Sep 12 2024FINANCE

Tackling Social Security's Future: Can Closing Tax Loopholes Fund the Program Until 2100?

Imagine if Social Security's sacred guarantee wasn't on the chopping block, but rather, it was fully funded for decades to come. Sen. Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) claims that cracking down on mega-rich tax dodgers could keep the New Deal program whole until the end of this century. Wyden estimates that the ul

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Sep 12 2024EDUCATION

Voucher Program Vetoed: SC Supreme Court Ruling Sparked Debate on Public Funds and Private Schools

The South Carolina Supreme Court has ruled that a portion of the state's school voucher program is unconstitutional, stating that public funds cannot be used to benefit private schools. The Education Scholarship Trust Fund Act, signed into law in May 2023, was deemed in violation of Article XI, Sect

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