ACTIVISM

Sep 10 2024OPINION

Greta Thunberg: Climate Crusader or Anti-Israel Advocate?

Greta Thunberg has been making headlines for her passionate protests against climate change. Recently, she's been embroiled in controversy for her outspoken support of Palestinian rights and criticism of Israel. Her arrest at Copenhagen University during a pro-Hamas demonstration has sparked debate

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Sep 06 2024EDUCATION

Free Speech vs. 'Harmful Conduct':NYC Judge Weighs In on Heated School Debate

A New York City parent activist, Maud Maron, was recently reinstated to her education post after a federal judge ruled that Schools Chancellor David Banks likely violated her free speech rights. Maron’s removal stemmed from her criticism of an anonymous editorial in a Stuyvesant High School student

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Sep 06 2024EDUCATION

Can School Decisions Be Taken Out of the Hands of the Experts?

Concord residents are gearing up for a heated battle over school policy, with two ballot questions seeking to give voters a direct say in major decisions like school relocations and property transactions. But is this a good idea? Could giving the average voter a say in these complex issues lead to

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Sep 06 2024EDUCATION

Columbia's Clash: Can Free Speech and Safety Co-Exist?

A new year, same tensions: Despite new leadership and promises of dialogue, students are already back on the picket lines, questioning whether the university truly understands their concerns. Some are even planning encampments, raising the question: is this a cycle that will repeat itself? Walking

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Aug 28 2024POLITICS

Hollywood Heavyweights: How Celebrities are Changing the 2024 Presidential Race

A recent Harvard Ash Center for Democratic Governance and Innovation study, titled 'Celebrity Voices, Civic Engagement, and Democracy,' has shed light on the remarkable influence celebrities hold in the political arena. With their heartfelt calls for civic engagement, stars such as Taylor Swift, Tr

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Aug 28 2024POLITICS

Shake It Up for Political Change: Swifties for Kamala Rally Behind Kamala Harris

Get ready, Swifties, because the political landscape has been given a Swift shake-up! The Taylor Swift fan coalition 'Swifties for Kamala' recently held a Zoom rally, attracting over 34,000 attendees, with speakers like Carole King, several senators, and musical performances. The event, inspired b

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Aug 28 2024POLITICS

From Grief to Power: Amanda Zurawski's Quest for Reproductive Rights

Amanda Zurawski, a former Jane Austen enthusiast, was thrust into the political arena following a devastating personal ordeal during her 18th week of pregnancy. Her story of loss and resilience ignited a national discussion, transforming her into a potent advocate for the Democratic Party's crusade

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Aug 28 2024POLITICS

Generation Z at Work: Navigating Political Differences in the Lead-Up to the 2024 Election

In the run-up to the 2024 presidential election, a significant trend is taking shape within the workforce. A recent Harris Poll, commissioned by job search platform Indeed, reveals that a striking 40% of employees between the ages of 18 and 34 are prepared to resign from their positions due to ide

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Aug 27 2024POLITICS

The Political Divide: Zoomers Threatening to Quit Jobs Over Political Disagreements

As the 2024 presidential election approaches, a new trend has emerged among young employees: threatening to quit their jobs over political disagreements with their bosses. According to a Harris Poll commissioned by the job search company Indeed, 40% of employees aged 18 to 34 would walk out over p

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