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Branson, Bezos and Musk: Who’s Winning the Billionaire Space Race?
By Einthiri Mudili Milwaukee, Wisconsin For decades, three billionaire entrepreneurs–Richard Branson, Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk–have been...
Oct 9, 20213 min read


In India, a Pandemic Strikes Young People
By Wilf Butler London, United Kingdom Jathin Kumar was sitting his Grade 12 exams when he first heard about a novel ‘CoronaVirus’...
Oct 9, 20214 min read


Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes’ Trial Begins
By Allison Markman New York City, New York Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes’ fraud trial has begun, and the prosecution is out for blood....
Oct 8, 20213 min read


A 51st Star on the American Flag: Is It Time for D.C. Statehood?
When the ACA was going through provisions in 2014, President Barack Obama told Americans in support of the act to “Call your senators!”
Sep 24, 20214 min read


Protect New York City: Mandate the COVID-19 Vaccine in Schools
Schools are meant to be a safe space for everyone, students and teachers alike. New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio recently announced...
Sep 16, 20213 min read


In Conversation With Disability Rights Activist Isabel Mavrides-Calderón
If Isabel Mavrides-Calderón were given the undivided attention of lawmakers, she would push them to take the Americans With Disabilities Act
Sep 6, 20213 min read


Eric Adams: Who is The Democratic Nominee for NYC Mayor?
A native New Yorker and former NYPD officer, Eric Adams is the Democratic nominee for New York City’s 110th mayoral election
Sep 6, 20212 min read


Congress Needs Term Limits
Many current Congress members do not express their true thoughts on topical issues because they worry that doing so would ruin their chances
Sep 6, 20213 min read


Crisis in Afghanistan
In 2001, President George W. Bush called for the United States to enter Afghanistan after the Taliban refused to relinquish Osama Bin Laden
Aug 28, 20214 min read


The Fight to Stop Line 3
Indigenous and environmental groups have resisted the Line 3 pipeline in Minnesota on Anishinaabe land for seven years
Aug 20, 20214 min read


Large Active Wildfires Ongoing in the US
On August 4th, nine new wildfires were reported in the Western United States, and many of the active fires in California displayed...
Aug 20, 20213 min read


California’s Election to Recall Governor Gavin Newsom
One of the most fascinating mysteries of the moment is how a Democratic star in one of the most Democratic states is facing a recall
Aug 20, 20212 min read


Encouraging Reactions from the NFL as Carl Nassib comes Out as Gay
Last Monday, Raiders defensive lineman Carl Nassib became the first active NFL player to publicly come out as gay
Aug 15, 20213 min read


Indonesia’s First and Only Farmed Animal Sanctuary
Nestled in the far western corner of Indonesia lies Sumatra: an island known for its coffee farms and palm oil plantations
Aug 15, 20213 min read


How the New Zealand Housing Crisis Became a Human Rights Investigation
New Zealand’s deepening housing crisis has provoked an inquiry from the nation’s Human Rights Commission
Aug 15, 20212 min read


Looking Ahead to the 2022 Midterm Elections
The Senate seems like a tossup in 2022, while the House seems well-positioned for Republicans to take control.
Aug 15, 20213 min read


Juneteenth Recognized as a Federal Holiday in the United States
On Thursday, June 17, President Joe Biden signed legislation to make Juneteenth a federal holiday.
Aug 14, 20212 min read


An International Perspective on Independent Voters
The United States is a vast country. With over 300 million inhabitants and 50 states, its electoral system must be comprehensive and robust
Aug 6, 20214 min read


Independent Voters and the Two Party System
Independent voters deserve a voice in this country, as does every citizen. The two-party system is deeply flawed.
Aug 6, 20211 min read


Delta is Scary, but We Can Still be Cautiously Hopeful—If We’re Vaccinated
In early May, the CDC dropped nationwide masks and social-distancing requirements for those who are fully vaccinated
Aug 3, 20213 min read
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