In the past week, people all over the United States have been invested in the war between Redditors and the Wall Street hedge funds over Gamestop stocks. Deya Singh and Kirin Ingle discuss this peculiar sequence of events and think about the impact such a contentious battle can have on the future of finance.
Last week, Joe Biden and Kamala Harris were sworn into office at an inauguration ceremony that strayed from the norm in unprecedented ways. As the new administration plans for the future, Deya Singh and Anthony Chen discuss the important role that tradition plays in our country.
The Olympics has long been an important and valued tradition, but recent events have postponed last year’s event. As of now, the games are set to be played this summer. Kirin Ingle and Anthony Chen weigh the costs and benefits of holding such a large and complex venue during this risky time period.
Trigger words such as racist, homophobic, or socialist are terms that are continually being seen in political disputes. Michelle Liou and Serena Lam discuss the misuse of these words and offer an alternative to confronting differing political opinions.
The protection of free speech is one of the most invaluable concepts, and currently also one of the most hotly debated topics. Kirin Ingle and Deya Singh discuss this concept, as well its limitations, usage on social media, and censorship.
The latest Coronavirus stimulus bill has garnered much criticism from the American people. Dylan Norona addresses the downfalls of the Covid relief package and considers how Congress could have better approached the legislation.
Over the past decade, many have made careers out of building and marketing their online personalities. These internet celebrities are called influencers, and their unique position and lifestyle have often drawn controversies. In this article, Deya Singh and Anthony Chen examine some of these arguments and consider what benefits influencers can provide.
Amid the recent news of an alleged Russian hack on U.S. government networks and private companies’ systems, Dylan Norona and Michelle Liou explore the significance of cybersecurity and propose necessary actions for the United States to take.
Recently, the U.S. Senate passed bill S-386, titled Fairness for High Skilled Immigrants Act. Anthony Chen and Michelle Liou discuss its benefits for Asian immigrants and the chances of the bill becoming a reality.
According to Psychology Today, gratitude is an emotion expressing appreciation for what one has. As the holiday season approaches, however, gratitude might seem untimely for many Americans. Amid the turmoil in 2020, Anthony Chen and Michelle Liou answer the question: What could we possibly be grateful for?
Voter Fraud is a largely controversial topic in our country today. Adrian Tong and Deya Singh discuss the existence and scale of voter fraud, as well as whether The President’s current court challenge should be allowed to continue.
Who gets to determine when a situation is cultural appropriation? Adrian Tong and Deya Singh provide an answer to this question, as well as exploring the dangers of the wrong answer.
