Op-Eds
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The mirage of the GOP’S economic authority
The GOP’S decades-old edge on economic policy has evaporated, as an affordability crisis, market instability, rising debt, and a costly Middle East war erode the party’s core strength. Opportunistic Democratic candidates are converting their old vulnerability into real congressional gains ahead of the 2026 midterms.
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Reproductive freedom on the line: Vote yes on Question One
What does the Reproductive Freedom Amendment mean and why is it important that Virginians vote yes?
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Zohran Mamdani: A beacon of hope in an era of political darkness
The change and hope that New York’s Mayor, Zohran Mamdani has provided on a global scale.
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Tradwife culture is taking us back in time
The “tradwife” movement is a growing phenomenon across social media platforms, reaching and influencing a wide range of viewers. What does this development say about feminism and beliefs about work in contemporary society, and what are the implications if this ideology continues to spread?
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Will 2026 be the year of split tickets?
While most states will elect governors and senators from the same party, the unique political environment of 2026 could see some states selecting cross-party combinations. In an incredibly polarized American political culture, this may break down previously established political norms.
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What we can learn from Dolly
When Dolly Parton, the beloved “Queen of Country,” passed away in late August, America erupted in a rare moment of universal grief. As tributes and reactions swept the internet, one sentiment stuck out: Dolly Parton was the last thing America could agree on.
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Why we stay: The psychology behind political party loyalty
Why do voters remain politically loyal to their party even when they disagree with its policies? Psychological concepts such as cognitive dissonance, social identity, and motivated reasoning may have the answer.
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Trump's ban on the free press
The White House, in an unprecedented and dangerous move, banned major news networks from White House press pool coverage and unwisely tests the rights granted by the Constitution.
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Who gets to afford climate change?
As Democrats pursue ambitious climate goals, this article examines whether climate action can protect the environment without leaving resource-dependent communities to bear disproportionate economic costs, using Alaska’s Willow Project as a case study.
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Age is on the ballot. But is that enough?
Younger challengers unseated several longtime Democrats in the 2026 primaries, but age alone didn’t determine who won. These races reveal how ideology, effectiveness, and voters’ desire for change shaped the push for a new generation of leaders
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Jon Ossoff is who the Democrats need for 2028
Through captivating speeches, clear intellect, and sincerity, Georgia Senator Jon Ossoff has been exploding with popularity. Given the blatant unrest with the current political players, Ossoff should be who the Democratic Party look to for leadership.
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Mississippi’s reading ‘miracle’: Real gains, manufactured story
Mississippi’s jump from 50th to 16th in national education rankings has been celebrated as the “Mississippi Miracle”, but a closer look at the state’s key, third-grade retention policy suggests the educational gains may say more about who gets tested than about how much students are learning.
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Trump’s “public charge” policy is about more than just immigration
The administration’s latest efforts to stop immigrants from receiving public benefits will harm immigrant communities, but it also undermines the safety net of low-income Americans across the board.
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He’s on buildings. He’s on phones. But is Trump on the ballot this November?
Trump is putting his name on seemingly everything these days, but he can’t put it on the ballot this November. Whether voters see him there anyway raises a bigger question about how much of MAGA belongs to the Republican Party, and how much belongs to Trump himself.
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Title IX under Trump: Who gets protected?
The Trump Administration is misinterpreting Title IX to discriminate against transgender students and cut federal funding from public schools, ultimately disadvantaging many groups of students.
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From the ring to the cabinet: Linda McMahon’s chokehold on American education
The Trump administration’s effort to shrink the Department of Education under Linda McMahon is dismantling the federal infrastructure behind American schools - the consequences of that erosion will reach far beyond Washington.
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The AI revolution makes progressivism non-negotiable
The Democratic Party needs to shift left and reposition itself as change-makers. In the AI era, it will take radical reform just to maintain the status quo.
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Bo French and diversity in America
Bo French’s recent racist remarks have sparked controversy about diversity and belonging in America. It is crucial to hold politicians who have a wide audience accountable for the comments they make without proper evidence.
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Gigachads are taking over: The connection between mental health, "looksmaxxing," and extremism.
“Looksmaxxing” has exploded in popularity across social media as influencers like Clavicular become household names across the country. A combination of mental health issues, pseudoscience, propaganda, and far-right extremism threatens us all.
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Superbowl Half-Time Shows: Sensationalized messages
The Super Bowl halftime show has always been political; we are just more privy to the messages being shared in recent years. From marching bands to sensationalized political performances, the halftime show holds American identity and politics at its core.
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Georgie and Mandy’s First Marriage begs the question: How do we appreciate women?
One episode of Georgie and Mandy’s First Marriage exposes just how stringently our culture evaluates the significance of women's labor, revealing the impossible expectations placed on women both inside and outside the home.
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The pearls behind the Middle East
Long before oil became synonymous with the Middle East, pearls transformed the geopolitics of the Persian Gulf. The article explores how Britain used the region’s pearl trade to protect maritime routes to India, consolidate imperial power and create a legacy that continues to define the Middle East today.
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Female journalists: Don't just grin and bear it
Trump’s verbal abuse of female journalists is not just reprehensible; it’s unpresidential.
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Romanticism in the age of AI
As society grapples with the transformative potential of artificial intelligence, the Romantic Era offers us lessons for preserving human creativity and agency.
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The flag without the hat: patriotism, belonging, and the 2026 World Cup
The 2026 FIFA World Cup briefly transformed American patriotism into something less partisan and more civic. As the tournament unfolded alongside debates over immigration and national identity, it revealed both the promise and the limits of belonging in America.