Silencing Those One Disagrees with Does More Harm Than Good by Judah Berger People throughout history have died for the right to the vote. Despite the anger many feel after this election, few would argue to suppress the right to vote for certain Americans. People have also died protecting their right to free speech. In response to post-election frustrations and confusion, there are calls for cracking down on “hate speech” on campuses in an effort to secure…
Media and its Limitations on Leadership
Influence in Political Discourse Constrains Governmental Functions by Zachary Borodkin A leader can talk about getting things done, but a good leader knows that, despite the majesty of their position, there are constrains on their power. These constrains are both internal and external and can impact the decisions that are made once said leader assumes power. According to Majone’s discussion of constraints, everyone, including very powerful figures and organizations, are subject to them. These constraints…
Presidential Profiles
by David Keptsi Its election time and what a shit show we’re all in for. If you haven’t made up your mind about who you’re voting for in the general election: Good. Because it’s ridiculous that these are our only choices. For those who haven’t made up their minds and those who already have, the following are the profiles of the top 5 candidates in the running to fuck up and/or fix our country. In…
A Tale of Two Candidates
Hillary vs. hillary Two Dialogues Reveal Two Different Candidates by Zachary J. Borodkin The recent release of speeches given by Presidential Candidate Hillary Clinton have shown another side of the person who spoke very highly of giving assistance to the Middle Class during the primaries. These leaks were made public at the same time as Donald Trump’s own leaks via a video recording from Access Hollywood. Voters have their own opinions about what Trump said,…
Republican Revival: A Game Plan
by Dylan Klein In just a few days, the home team will lose its third straight contest in a row. Its figurehead, the abrasive pit bull, will end the day with its tail between its legs and hurting from the beating it’s going to take at the hands of the away team’s leader, the cunning and lethal fox. In other words, Donald Trump is going to lose to Hillary Clinton. We may be facing four more…
Are Dreams Worth Chasing?
by Sk8teboard and AdVice Do you ever wake up and think you’ll never achieve your dreams? Do they seem so far away that you think they’re unattainable? Why? Do you really believe it will never come true? So why keep dreaming? It keeps you sane and your spirit alive and regret-free; your dreams keep you actively involved with your life and with those around you. Dreams propel us forward. Our dreams can change over time.…
Cadillac-ac-ac-ac Tax-ax-ax-ax
by Thomas Casey You oughta know by now, (you oughta know by now), the government lacks a deft fiscal tact, but that isn’t a surprise. In 2015, President Barack Obama set out a big plan to boost revenue for his doddering rollout of the Affordable Care Act. He needed some major cash flow to keep the exchanges alive and thriving, so in order to seal the deal, the President fell back to a common scapegoat.…