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California is not a liberal haven
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Conservatives have oftentimes called California a socialist utopia. Fortunately for them, this myth is far removed from the truth. California is the most powerful state in the union both economically and politically, and with that power, California has a massive influence in the political climate across the United States. With its reliable Democratic tendencies…
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We need to look beyond the bubble
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It is not uncommon for students that live in Dos Vientos (DV) to be labeled as “the rich kids,” since we all come from a secluded community on the top of Borchard. The moment we go down Borchard hill, the pseudo-bubble created by our gentrification, which has inadvertently changed our entire lives, becomes visible.…
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Siblings teach each other
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As Pamela Dugdale once said, “siblings are the people we practice on, the people who teach us about fairness and cooperation and kindness and caring – quite often the hard way.” The strangest relationship two or more people can share is the bond of siblings. All older, younger and middle brothers and sisters know…
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The Supreme Court should not have political affiliations
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Today in American politics, there is a heavy emphasis on our two-party system. While parties were originally intended to bring together those with similar ideologies, those political leanings are irrelevant in the judicial branch, which the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) is a part of. “The Court is charged with ensuring the…
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Free Britney Spears
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It would be hard to forget singer Britney Spears’ 2007 public breakdown. Following her divorce from Kevin Federline, she made headlines for frequent erratic behavior, including shaving her head, attacking the paparazzi and locking her and her children in their home, ultimately leading to Britney’s first involuntary psychiatric hold. Britney was soon placed under…
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Debates must be morally sound
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Presidential debates should not be a platform for disgusting jabs and personal attacks. The 2020 election season has been some of the most tense couple of months in many Americans’ lifetimes. President Donald Trump has been one of the most polarizing and deeply unqualified holders of office, and a deadly pandemic means voters were…
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Let women of color guiltlessly criticize Kamala Harris
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The 2020 election will make history for a number of reasons, the most notable being the nomination of Kamala Harris, a half-Black, half-Indian woman of color as the Democratic Party’s vice president. If Harris is elected into office, the standard she sets will be the new generalization for all Black and Asian women. If…
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Make something original
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Do you like imagination? Well, too bad. We’re killing it. But, imagination is important for us to advance society and to keep ourselves entertained. How many people put their own spins on the same meme or dance or stupid TikTok while barely adding their own thing? And it’s not just trends on the internet…
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Roe v. Wade protects our essential reproductive rights
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The right to a safe and destigmatized abortion is essential. It is not a matter of religious or political values, but rather a personal choice. This right that protects our population is in danger of being overturned, putting babies and adults in danger all around America. Access to safe and legal abortion was made…
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Trump lied, people died
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It is no secret that the United States has failed in its response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The challenges surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic have not been unique to the United States, but our response has. The actions of our country and federal government have been in blatant ignorance of the advice of scientists and…