A First-Hand Account of Isolating in a Foreign Country
Emelia discusses navigating a relationship mid-pandemic when your partner lives on the other side of the globe and the experience of isolating abroad. She heartwarmingly said, “In his arms, in the lobby of the hotel, I felt truly happy for the first time in almost two years.”
The UK Expands Vaccination Program to Offer Vaccines to 12-15 year-olds
Political writer Emelia Elliott discusses the United Kingdom’s approach to vaccinating children and teenagers.
Anti-Vaxxers: Powerlessness and the Power of Narratives (Op-Ed)
How much power do we really have? Political writer Henry McKeand talks anti-vaxxers and the power of narratives in this Op-Ed piece.
America’s Fear with Vaccinations
Political writer Luke Erway talks about the fear and hesitation American citizens have with the COVID-19 vaccine.
Hands, Face, Space? The Scandal Surrounding Matt Hancock
La Tonique politics contributor Emelia Elliott discusses the scandal including United Kingdom Health Secretary Matt Hancock.
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What’s Going On At The U.S. Border?
The number of migrants arriving at the United States southern border is at a 20 year high.
Vaccine Distribution Exposes Global Inequalities
As COVID-19 cases continued to climb at the beginning of the year, hope appeared in the form of numerous successful vaccines.
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Andrew Cuomo: The Rise and Fall
As the politics of our nation become increasingly volatile, Andrew Cuomo’s rapid rise and fall clearly demonstrate what it is like to be on both the right and the wrong side of American history.
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Progressives Lose on the $15 Minimum-Wage (And Why They Did)
The past several weeks on Capitol Hill have shown minor fissures between the Biden administration and the progressive wing of the Democratic Party.
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$15 a Necessary but Insufficient Boost to Minimum Wage
The federal minimum wage in the US has been $7.25 an hour since 2009. Since then the cost of living has increased significantly, but lawmakers have either been unwilling or unable to raise wages.
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Biden Airstrikes in Syria Draw Criticism and Concern
As a presidential candidate, Joe Biden promised voters that he would reenter the Iran nuclear deal, which was originally negotiated under Obama.
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Unsafe Conditions Leave Asylum Seekers At Risk In British Barracks
In Sep. 2020, the U.K. designated the Napier Barracks in Kent as their first migrant camp. The former military base has been used by asylum seekers — who mostly came from France across the English Channel — ever since.
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Build Back Together
Our ideals and democracy have survived a terrible assault. Domestic terrorists attempted a violent coup, Congress was evacuated during the peaceful transition of power and blood was spilled in our nation’s capital, a symbol of democracy and freedom. The Trump rioters embodied the dangers of misinformation, fascism and our current political climate. While this is the darkest day since Sept. 11 that I can remember, maybe, just maybe, we will realize that the way back into the light is together.
India: No Farmers, No Food
In recent months, thousands of farmers have been protesting against new laws in India. Farmers have claimed the new legislation was drafted without their consultation and at their expense.
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The End of an Era: Angela Merkel - German Foreign Policy Part II
In 2018, Angela Merkel was named the fourth most powerful person in the world by Forbes magazine, following after Xi Jinping, Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump, and in 2019 the most powerful woman in the world.
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Free COVID Vaccines for the Japanese Public
On December 2, 2020, the Japanese government passed a bill that will make vaccines for Coronavirus free to its residents. Even though Japan grapples with a spike in COVID-19 infections, this bill indicates that there may be a light at the end of a dark long tunnel.
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A Look Towards the College Football Playoffs
Sports contributor Brooke Brottman gives us a look at the potential playoff contenders in college football.
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COVID-19 Takes a Toll on the NFL
Sports contributor Brooke Brottman takes a look at the current state of the NFL and how teams and players are being affected by COVID-19.
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