Integrity: Is it gone in politics?
The nomination of Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court, along with many other controversial politicians in the era of Donald Trump, tests the authenticity of American politics. I will be the first to admit I…
Opinion
When is enough enough in the #MeToo era?
Over the past year, the “Me Too” movement has motivated a mass of women to bring to light their sexual harassment stories. Many celebrities have come out and spoken of events they experienced while trying…
Our climate depends on us, and our lives depend on the climate
When we think of the inevitable tearing apart of our universe, or even the inevitable explosion of our galaxy’s sun, as one might every so often, they probably don’t foresee these as serious threats. Surely…
Protesting your rights, within your rights
When does protesting cross the line from constitutional to too extreme? Under the first amendment, Americans are allowed the right to protest, as well as the right to assemble. The act of protesting and using…
Keep your politics away from the anthem, and out of Nike
Jobless millionaire, former NFL quarterback, and unprofessional protester Colin Kaepernick, recently appeared as the face of Nike in their commercial for the 30 year anniversary of the, “Just do it” campaign. In the commercial, Kaepernick…
There goes the Neighborhood
Gentrification takes hold of some American neighborhoods, strangling its residents A few years ago, I went back home to the Bay Area. I was excited to visit; I was going to see a lot of…
Puerto Rico: Let’s Not Forget What Happened
Puerto Ricans are left to fend for themselves, even in the wake of Maria It is an island abounding in beauty, with its rich history and a culture that never fails to disappoint. You will…
Take action now, the earth depends on it
We have always had the Earth. We have always had land to build our homes and plant our crops and set our roots. We have always had water, oxygen, sunlight, and rain. We have always…
We showed up, now it’s time to act
The only way to make real change is to vote It was a moment of empowerment – I walked through D.C., poster in hand, anti-gun pins buttoned on my jacket, surrounded by young people who…
Advanced Placement or Advanced Pressure?
Preparing for college in advance by taking challenging courses in high school and developing a strong work ethic is beneficial for students – in theory. Over the years, the balance between preparing for college and…