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Where Harris went wrong

Mallory Waligora, Political Editor November 20, 2024

In light of Donald Trump’s recent victory, one should examine where his opponent, VP Kamala Harris, went wrong. Maybe she was dealt a bad hand of cards, and pure luck was at play. However, it can be...

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Looking back on the Harris-Walz campaign

Mallory Waligora, Political Editor November 13, 2024

In light of Donald Trump’s win, it’s important to look back on the past election season to review Harris’s campaign. Some tactics proved to be successful, yet these campaign strategies were not impactful...

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As election season continues, candidates use football games to score votes

Kurt Szymanski, Sports Editor November 6, 2024

Football's role extends beyond the field this election season, as presidential candidates like Vice President Kamala Harris, former President Donald Trump and others use football to connect with voters...

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The soundtrack to the 2024 election: Everything from ‘Brat’ to Bruce Springsteen

Chelsea Bossert, Arts Editor November 6, 2024

Music and politics have surprisingly gone hand in hand for quite some time now. From war songs to campaign jingles, there has been a song for almost every political cause and occasion. The 2024 presidential...

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‘All Eyes on the Great Lakes States:’ Karl Rove and Donna Brazile visit OU

Mallory Waligora, Political Editor November 6, 2024

On Oct. 30, Donna Brazile and Karl Rove visited the Oakland Center, with just under a week until election day at the time. The event titled ‘All Eyes on the Great Lakes State: Michigan’s Importance...

OU students’ opinions on the upcoming election

OU students’ opinions on the upcoming election

Mallory Waligora and Nicholas Kablak October 30, 2024

On Oct. 21, The Oakland Post interviewed students around campus to hear what they have to say about the upcoming election. Students had a wide range of beliefs, and various issues were discussed. Here...

Chaioning Su in November 2023 at a studio in Taipei, Taiwan during her interview for a documentary titled Disinflation: The Invisible War. 

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Chiaoning Su: How fashion choices can alter a politician’s public image

Madison Siewert, Contributor October 23, 2024

With her upbringing around politics back home in Taiwan, Professor Dr. Chiaoning Su says fashion choices can easily become a crisis for politicians.  With the U.S. presidential election around the...

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Pop stars and politics: The impact of celebrity endorsements on the election

Morgan Warneke, Content Editor October 23, 2024

As election day approaches, many celebrities have come forward to endorse either Donald Trump or Kamala Harris. While Trump has the backing of Kid Rock, Hulk Hogan and Elon Musk, Harris has the support...

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Voting guide for the upcoming election

Mallory Waligora, Political Editor October 16, 2024

When is the election? Election day is Tuesday, Nov. 5. Voters can go to their assigned polling place from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. You must be in line by 8 p.m. to vote. Plan your day accordingly, as most adults...

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Politicians fight over Hurricane Helene

Nicholas Kablak, Political Reporter October 16, 2024

Hurricane Helene has carved a path of destruction through many parts of the Southern United States. Unsurprisingly, the public conversation has turned political, with candidates vying for advantages in...

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The importance of media literacy in the age of misinformation

Morgan Warneke, Content Editor October 2, 2024

Media literacy — the ability to use critical thinking when consuming media — has become an absolute necessity in our digital age. “Fake news,” although an overused and sometimes laughable term,...

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Immigrants are not eating ‘cats and dogs:’ Unpacking Trump’s debate comments

Nicholas Kablak, Political Reporter September 25, 2024

The town of Springfield Ohio has recently become the focus of media conversation on immigration. Following former President Donald Trump's claims about immigrant Haitians during a recent debate, the discussion...

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