Democrats are facing criticism, but this time it comes from within their own party. With Republicans dominating the political sphere, people are urging the Democrats to step up and toughen up.
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The Texas redistricting effort is a blatant power grab that violates the democratic principles this country is supposed to abide by. Not only is it an indicator of the declining health of the American Republic, it ushers in a cascade of further gerrymandering, undercutting the voices of both Democrats and Republicans around the country.
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The recent federal shutdown displays how abrupt pauses on government programs can create widespread harm without always delivering reform. If we want a leaner, more efficient government, reform must come through precision tools like public-private partnerships, and not total shutdowns.
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Even as the GOP embraces authoritarianism and accelerates wealth transfers to the rich, the Democratic Party’s time-worn message isn’t proving an effective counter.
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In a time where MAGA seems more united than ever, Winsome Earle-Sears and John Reid, Virginia’s candidates for Governor and Lieutenant Governor, pose a striking contrast.
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More than half a century after the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, President Donald Trump took the Oath of Office for his second term as President of the United States. Only weeks into his term, President Trump has sought to make an indelible mark on the Kennedy name and legacy of the late president, with the ultimate goal of bridging the gap between two figures synonymous with American history for different reasons.
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Recent rollbacks on womens’ rights create an atmosphere that necessitates the passage of the Equal Rights Amendment to uphold gender equality in the United States.
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Jim Ryan’s coerced resignation sets a dangerous precedent for the future of American democracy. Going forward, it’s critically important that students, staff, and the whole of the University make their voices heard.
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Trump has weaponized the federal government in a multi-front assault on some of the nation's best-known and most prestigious universities, particularly Harvard. However, through its resistance, the school has shown other universities—and potentially other parts of civil society —how to fight back.
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In recent years, there has been an unprecedented onset of book bans, a phenomenon spearheaded by parents motivated to control their children's educations. Despite any positive motivation, these bans have adverse effects on the public education system as a whole.
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Our country is facing an unprecedented assault on free expression. Trump’s attacks on the press and both individuals and institutions in higher education are troubling, to say the least.
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Donald Trump's Presidencies are often described as "unprecedented" and "norm-shattering," but his actions have clear inspiration from earlier presidents in our nation's history.
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As executive decisions from the White House dictate the federal funding provided to United States academic institutions, students, researchers, and university administration alike face struggles with adapting to this new norm of education. The consequences of defunding are astronomical and have ramifications that may be felt for years to come.
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Special elections weren’t supposed to cost tens of millions or draw the attention of billionaires, but under Trump, even low-turnout races are flooded with cash and national attention.
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From Jonestown to MAGA, cult behavior isn’t as distant as we think. America’s highly polarizing two-party system and the decline of religious affiliation has created the perfect storm for cult-like dynamics in our political sphere. From idolized leaders to in-group loyalty and out-group hatred, politics today mirrors many of the same psychological mechanisms as history’s most infamous cults.
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The idea of the American dream has become increasingly unachievable over the years, creating a culture of false hope among individuals who may never see their goals achieved within capitalist America.
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The state of Virginia is gearing up for a historic election season that could elect its first female Governor.
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Underfunded and understaffed, federal anti-trafficking task forces struggle to combat the growing crisis of human trafficking. Without increased funding and resources, victims remain trapped, traffickers go unpunished, and justice is left undone.
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Donald Trump wins by using his losses to his advantage. This is how the MAGA movement has grown despite his numerous transgressions.
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The 2024 presidential election saw a clear decrease in working class support for the Democratic Party. This shift left many Democrats wondering what the future holds for the party and what steps must be taken to reconnect with the working class.
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