Photo courtesy of Chris Montgomery, Billy Penn On Oct. 26, Walter Wallace Jr. was shot and killed by police on the streets of Philadelphia. His death made national headlines and caused protests across the city. This Wednesday, bodycam footage and 911 calls were released. "The Wallace Family, the Mayor, District […]
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Amy Coney Barrett is unjustly sworn into Supreme Court
Photo courtesy of Lucy.Sanders.999, Wikipedia Amy Coney Barrett has been sworn into the Supreme Court of the United States. She is a clear conservative vote on the Supreme Court, adding to the number of Republicans on the Court, tipping the scale to six members who were nominated by Republican presidents […]
Senate panel approves Justice nomination for Barrett
Photo courtesy of Ted Eytan, Flickr The Supreme Court Confirmation Hearing of Amy Coney Barrett on Oct. 15 proved stunning, to say the least. Almost every question directed to her was met with a short and abrupt response that did not express her viewpoint on matters in the slightest. Barrett […]
The final presidential debate could breed new blue votes
Photo courtesy of Adam Schultz, Flickr The final presidential debate was not nearly as exciting and heated as the first, but it definitely contained moments that were worth watching. President Donald Trump again left many important questions unanswered. We as the American people deserve answers on his plan for […]
BLM Colloquium thoroughly explores the Black experience
Photo courtesy of Ramapo College of New Jersey The Black Lives Matter Colloquium at Ramapo College has provided me with extensive information regarding the essential aspects to the movement that I was previously unaware of. The information about Black activism at Ramapo College by Professor Regina Clark was eye-opening […]
Pope Francis unapologetically shows support for gay marriage
Photo courtesy of Korea.net / Korean Culture and Information Service (Photographer name), Wikipedia In stark contrast to the potential overturn of legal gay marriage in the United States, Pope Francis gave an official show of support in favor of gay marriage this past week in the new documentary “Francesco.” “Homosexual people […]
Voter suppression is running rampant in America
Photo courtesy of Lindsey Bieda, Flickr It is no secret that voting is a highly contested bipartisan battle in America. As one party gains votes, the other party often takes to whatever means necessary to ensure they come out on top. For decades, this has meant rampant voter suppression. The American […]
Trump administration finally assists California through wildfires
Photo courtesy of Michael Held, Unsplash The Trump administration abruptly grants California a Disaster Declaration for the raging wildfires on Oct. 16 after denying the initial request made by Governor Gavin Newsom. In a recent press release, Gov. Newsom stated that he is “grateful for his quick response.” The Federal […]
Broadway is neglected after an extended shutdown
Photo courtesy of Sudan Ouyang, Unsplash “This is the last time I will ever perform this scene with this exact group of people” is a thought that undoubtedly crosses the mind of every actor on the closing night of their show. For the sentimental theater community, closing nights become precious […]
A concise list of COVID-friendly Halloween costumes
Photo courtesy of V Threepio, Flickr It’s safe to say that this year's Halloween will be unlike any other. The last time comparable to the tragedy marring this year’s Halloween festivities was when Hurricane Sandy hit the East Coast of the United States in 2012 a little over a week […]