After President Trump made the controversial decision to fire former FBI Director James Comey in 2016, representative Ted Deutch’s (D-FL) post on Twitter said, “Asking FBI to drop an investigation is obstruction of justice. Obstruction of justice is an impeachable offense.” For the first two years of President Trump’s presidency, impeachment has continued to be […]
Author: Janay Joseph
10 Movies to Help De-Stress During Finals Week
Winding down after exams? Trying not to watch “The Office” or “Friends” for the millionth time? Here are some films to help de-stress before the summer. “Air Bud” (Dir. Charles Martin Smith) — 1997 The grandfather of talking dog movies — in which the dog doesn’t talk, “Air Bud” follows a boy and a stray […]
The 2020 presidential election: the candidates so far
The 2020 presidential election is right around the corner. Here is a list of candidates who have announced that they will run. Candidates who have launched exploratory committees are not listed. Republicans Donald Trump President Trump’s campaign officially began back in 2017, and he still plans to run for re-election. Historically, the presidential incumbent usually […]
So, how about this year’s best picture winner?
I love watching The Oscars. Every year I always make awards predictions, tune in on that Sunday to watch the show and complain with my friends online about the winners. Going into Oscar night this year, the telecast of the Academy Awards had everything against it. With Kevin Hart stepping down as host, the Academy […]
So many intelligences, so little time
Do you ever wonder why some people thrive in group settings and others don’t? Or even why some people learn the best through working on puzzles and problem solving, while others prefer to read articles or books about their areas of interest? Navigating through college has its fair share of obstacles, but fully realizing our […]
The Green New Deal: The Democrats Response to Climate Change
First-time Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has been shaking things up in the Democratic Party. Part of a new coalition known as the Justice Democrats, she launched the Green New Deal with Senator Edward J. Markey. For months, the bill has been picking up steam in Congress, with its fair share of criticism coming from both Democrats […]
Eight films that explore Irish culture and history
With St. Patrick’s Day right around the corner, here are eight films that celebrate Irish culture and history. My Left Foot (1989) Dir. Jim Sheridan Often regarded as “the beginning of Modern Irish Cinema,” this film stars Oscar heavyweight Daniel Day Lewis as Christy Brown, a man with cerebral palsy who learned how to paint […]
One year after Parkland: Are we doing enough to prevent gun violence?
I remember Feb. 14, 2018, as two separate events. One version is Valentine’s Day, and I’m hanging out with my friends, exchanging candy and gifts, swapping stories about our future plans. The other version is overwhelmed by sadness and panic in the air, checking in on friends and colleagues at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, […]