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A Poll Tax By Any Other Name

On Dec. 7, 2016, the Michigan House passed a piece of legislation requiring photo identification to vote, joining seven other states with similar laws.

Unraveling the Cornrows

Flicking through television channels, I came across a scene from an episode of Rob and Chyna, the latest spin off of the “reality” television show “Keeping up with the Kardashians.” In the scene, reality TV star Kim Kardashian was teaching her brother

Why I am Marrying a Canadian

Illustration of groom and bride standing in front of a large Canadian flag.

There was a time, back in grade school, when I believed in democracy; a time I had faith in the American public and their ability to elect competent leaders. That time has since passed.

Who Are the White Helmets?

Movie poster for the documentary, The White Helmets.

The White Helmets have not received the amount of attention they deserve for their many accomplishments, and they are rarely acknowledged by news outlets when tragedy hits.

Kaepernick Takes a Seat For Justice

Photo of American flag on a flag pole

Once you make it to the NFL, you’re bound to be on TV excessively throughout your career. These American football players have taken on a path in life that is under the spotlight and media’s eye every step of the way.

First They Come For the Gossipers

Illustration of woman stomping on Bill of Rights with Freedom of Press being torn off.

“Today’s gossip is tomorrow’s news.”

For more than 13 years, this maxim guided the reporting of Gawker, a blog known for its youthful and snarky take on everything from celebrity scandals to politics to fast food.

The Vice Presidential Debate: 90 Minutes I’ll Never Get Back

Screenshot of Tim Kaine and Mike Pence during televised Vice Presidential debate.

On Tuesday, Oct.

Recognizing Holidays on College Campuses

Illustration of Arabic writing and English saying Eid Mubarak.

The frustration and struggle of being absent from a college class is real.

To Defeat Terrorism, We Must Starve It

Bar graph showing total civilian casualties in the Middle East during the "War on Terror"

The “War on Terror.” This term, crafted by the Bush administration in the aftermath of 9/11, has shaped Western foreign policy for more than a decade.

Porn Ed: Where are Teens Learning About Sex?

Chalkboard with "Sex Education" written in chalk.

Bum­bum. Girly parts. Cookie. ​Octopus​. All are names young girls are told to call their “treasure downstair”. By the time a girl is twelve she has heard thousands of sugar­coated names to describe what is scientifically called a vagina.

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