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Meet JD Vance: Trump’s VP pick

Mallory Waligora, Political Editor July 24, 2024

On July 15, former President Donald Trump officially selected JD Vance as the Vice President for his campaign. This decision was made on the opening night of the Republican National Convention (RNC)....

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Kenya lands police in Haiti as both nations struggle

Nicholas Kablak, Political Reporter July 24, 2024

The Caribbean Island nation of Haiti has been embroiled in gang violence, murder and instability ever since the assassination of its president, Joevenel Moise. Now, Kenya's president, William Ruto, is...

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Trump assassination attempt at Pennsylvania rally

Mallory Waligora, Political Editor July 24, 2024

The 2024 race for the presidential office has been relatively uneventful. However, the past few days have been filled with shocking advancements. From an attempted assassination attempt to fallout after...

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Alternative Republican stances on Israel

Nicholas Kablak, Political Reporter July 24, 2024

The Republican Party in the United States has been a staunch ally of Israel not only in their recent war with Hamas following the October 7th attacks but in nearly all conflicts. With many considering...

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Campus reaction to Biden’s withdrawal from the presidential race

Adrian Jimenez Morales, Campus Editor July 24, 2024

In an already turbulent month for U.S. politics, the nation saw another dramatic turning point — President Biden’s withdrawal from the presidential race.  In a letter to the American people, Biden...

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Changing of the guard: A new era in UK politics

Mallory Waligora, Political Editor July 17, 2024

The U.K. general election took place on July 4, 2024. While in the US, the most heated debate was whether ketchup belongs on a hot dog. Of the 650 total seats in Parliament, 411 were won by the Labour...

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The fallout after the debate

Mallory Waligora, Political Editor July 10, 2024

On June 27, President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump met in Atlanta, Ga. to have the first presidential debate for the upcoming election. The discussion ranged from topics about abortion to...

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The Comeback Kid: Trump’s Guide to Winning “Yuge”

Mallory Waligora, Political Editor June 12, 2024

Former President Donald Trump is doing better than expected in the polls right now — even while fighting legal battles. There’s no doubt that a victory is possible (but difficult) for him come election...

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Dear Mr. President: Here’s how you can win

Mallory Waligora, Political Editor June 12, 2024

For some, another four years of President Joe Biden in the oval office is heaven. For others, it’s a nightmare. No matter one’s opinion, a future is possible where Biden prevails and earns another...

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RFK’s enduring fight: An updated look at his persistent campaign

Mallory Waligora, Political Editor May 22, 2024

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is still in the presidential race, so let’s take a look at his lasting campaign that has withstood turmoil from both sides of the political scale. Campaigning on the idea of...

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House passes antisemitism bill

Mallory Waligora, Political Editor May 8, 2024

On May 1, the United States House of Representatives passed a new bill, causing the entire country to question its stance on free speech vs. violence. Where does one draw the line on free speech? How...

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Gaza solidarity encampments spread across the US

Mallory Waligora, Political Editor May 1, 2024

As Israel-Hamas tensions grow, college students all around the U.S. are taking action and protesting on campus. Many have likened the protests to the Vietnam protests – both protests advocating large-scale...

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