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Bolsonaro's Conviction Forces Major Shifts Within the Current Brazilian Government
Bolsonaro's Conviction Forces Major Shifts Within the Current Brazilian Government

The decision made by the Brazilian Supreme Court will force Brazil to reassess its international alliances and confront the political discord domestically. Lula will need to figure out how to deal with the fallout by creating a new economic plan for Brazil and finding a way to slow the growing divide between Brazilian citizens. Lula has previously faced threats of violence in this politically volatile situation. If he wishes to avoid further violence, he must act decisively to establish new foreign relationships and to appease aggrieved right-leaning Brazilians.

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Editor's Picks, GlobalDaniel ReyesBrazil, Brazil Elections, Trump, South AmericaComment
The State of the European Union: A Plea from Brussels
The State of the European Union: A Plea from Brussels

In her State of the European Union address, Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, joined by Parliament President Roberta Metsola, set out a vision of solidarity for a continent under pressure. From current events in Ukraine and Gaza to the significance of energy and technology, the speech revealed both the EU’s determination and its deep divisions. With MEPs pressing tough questions, the speech underscored Europe’s priorities, highlighting the uncertain path ahead.

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Editor's Picks, GlobalJacob DokulilEuropean Union, EU, Europe, Trump, Global NewsComment
Will America Finally Wake Up to the Reality of Gun Violence?
Will America Finally Wake Up to the Reality of Gun Violence?

Once framed as urban crime or isolated acts, mass shootings now cut across every demographic and geography. Yet mass shootings barely make the newscycle anymore, dulling public outrage and allowing policymakers to sidestep meaningful reform. Easy access to firearms continues to fuel tragedies like the killings in Utah and Colorado, while lawmakers and lobbyists keep real change out of reach.

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Columns, OpinionAndrew StambukColumn Piece, Opinion Piece, Gun Laws, Trump, NC Gun ControlComment
The Illusion of Intimacy: Parasocial Relationships in Modern Politics
The Illusion of Intimacy: Parasocial Relationships in Modern Politics

Politicians are no longer just political figures, they’re curated personalities, crafted for digital intimacy and viral appeal. As voters form parasocial relationships with these carefully managed public images, political engagements shift from policy to personality. Criticism becomes disloyalty, power hides behind charm, and emotional attachment overrides accountability. In treating politicians like people we know, like, or even idolize, we risk replacing democratic responsibility with affective loyalty, and in doing so, we protect the image more than the institution.

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Columns, OpinionAdriana ConcepcionOpinion Piece, Columns, Social Media, Trump, MAGAComment
America Has No King
America Has No King

 In February 2025, President Donald Trump posted an image of himself wearing a golden crown with the words “Long Live The King.” Days later, he shared another image dressed in papal robes, joking about becoming Pope. These posts sparked backlash, with critics pointing to Article I, Section 9 of the Constitution, which forbids titles of nobility. Trump’s rhetoric, while styled as humor, reflects a deeper erosion of democratic norms. In a nation founded on the rejection of monarchy and the embrace of rule by the people, such gestures are not just symbolic—they are dangerous. The presidency is not a throne; it is a public trust. Treating it otherwise threatens the very foundations of the republic.

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Columns, OpinionNick SwisherOpinion Piece, Columns, Trump, President Trump, DictatorshipComment
The Politics of Control: The Hunger Games, MAGA, and the Rebranding of Dissent
The Politics of Control: The Hunger Games, MAGA, and the Rebranding of Dissent

The Hunger Games offers a framework for understanding how narrative functions as a tool of political control through the lens of media, rhetoric, and perception. In Panem, the Capitol doesn’t just eliminate opposition, it controls its image. President Donald Trump’s political strategies have relied on similar mechanisms, creating a parallel between him and President Snow (and the Capitol). In 2016, grievance became branding. In 2020, the campaign prioritized spectacle. Now, in 2025, after a return to the office, that approach has only intensified. This emphasis has shifted from confronting dissent directly to influencing how it is publicly interpreted and politically leveraged.

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Columns, OpinionAdriana ConcepcionOpinion, Columns, Trump, Media, MAGAComment
Due Process in the Age of Deportation: The Legal Divide Over Immigration
Due Process in the Age of Deportation: The Legal Divide Over Immigration

A legal catastrophe perpetrated by Donald Trump and his administration. The only “clash” happening is the clear disregard for the law by the Trump administration, and their continued non-compliance. This is no longer a partisan issue — we are beyond politics when we begin ignoring due process and violating the Constitution.

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Columns, OpinionSofia PadovanoOpinion, Columns, Due Process, Immigration, Trump Comment
The wake up call that shook Europe: What J.D. Vance’s Speech means for the Transatlantic Partnership
The wake up call that shook Europe: What J.D. Vance’s Speech means for the Transatlantic Partnership

Shocked is one word to describe the congregation of European diplomats in attendance at the Munich Security Conference last week, as American Vice President JD Vance delivered harsh ideological criticisms on the current state of the European Union (EU) and that of the continent as a whole. In what was expected to be a harrowing speech on American defense assistance helping to bring an end to the Ukraine-Russian conflict, instead what followed was a complete reversal. Standing on the podium, Vance barreled down unto his European counterparts with a long list of criticisms, all centered around this idea that for too long, the EU has deviated from the democratic values it preaches.

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GlobalJacob DokulilTrump, Glocal, GlobalComment
Musk Misleads: Inside the DOGE’s latest attempt to harm social welfare programs.
Musk Misleads: Inside the DOGE’s latest attempt to harm social welfare programs.

In a misleading post on X, Elon Musk shared a chart showing 14 million individuals over the age of 120 with a “death field set to FALSE.” This may indicate they were not officially listed as deceased. However, data from 2024 shows only about 89,000 individuals over the age of 90 received benefits, a stark contrast to claims of “millions” thought to be taking advantage of the system.

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Columns, OpinionDevi PatelOpinion, Columns, Trump, MuskComment
Trump and Musk’s Government Purge: Who Needs a Functioning Government Anyway?
Trump and Musk’s Government Purge: Who Needs a Functioning Government Anyway?

President Donald Trump and Elon Musk’s so-called ‘efficiency’ plan is not about improving the government but dismantling it. By slashing federal jobs, stripping agencies of expertise, and weakening institutions like the EPA and the Department of Education, they are not streamlining operations; they are undermining accountability. This is not reform–it is a deliberate effort to erode the very functions that keep power in check.

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Opinion, EditorialsAdriana ConcepcionTrump, Elon Musk, DOGE, Trump Cuts, Opinion, Columns, EditorialComment
How Incoming Tariffs on Steel and Aluminium May Affect Our Nation
How Incoming Tariffs on Steel and Aluminium May Affect Our Nation

This is bound to affect everyday Americans as many industries rely heavily on steel and aluminum - most notably being car manufacturers, aluminum can manufacturers, and construction companies. Higher steel prices could mean an increase in the cost of vehicles, while higher aluminum prices may increase the cost of everyday kitchen staples like canned goods or soda.

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NationalSofia PadovanoNational, Tariffs, Trump, Trump TariffsComment
Trump’s Tariffs: Economic Strategy or Political Theater?
Trump’s Tariffs: Economic Strategy or Political Theater?

The success of Trump’s strategy will highly depend on whether the potential of economic benefits outweigh the likely damage to trade relations and consumer costs. If these tariffs spark a broader trade war, the economic consequences will likely spill over the borders of these four countries, risking severe reverberations for entire global markets and consumers.

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GlobalAakanksha SinhaGlobal, Trump, Trump tariffs Comment
Democrats Suffer Decisive Loss of the Senate to Republicans
Democrats Suffer Decisive Loss of the Senate to Republicans

With Republicans in control of the Senate, there will be few roadblocks to confirmation for Trump’s picks of cabinet officials and Supreme Court if Justices Alito and Thomas step down during the upcoming term. The president-elect will not have to appeal to centrists like Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) and Susan Collins (R-ME). 

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National, Election 2024Elise ChangDemocrats, Kamala, Kamala Harris, Trump, Trump Victory, Election 2024, NationalComment
I was the National Communications Director for the High Schoolers 4 Harris Campaign. Here’s What Went Wrong:
I was the National Communications Director for the High Schoolers 4 Harris Campaign. Here’s What Went Wrong:

Kamala Harris is on track for the largest electoral defeat of any Democrat since 1988… Despite a recession, two impeachments, 6 bankruptcies, 34 felony convictions, and more than 400,000 Americans dead from COVID-19 under Trump’s watch, how could Harris have possibly managed to lose this badly? Here’s my take:

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Election 2024, NationalAndrew AslaksonElection 2024, National, Trump, Kamala, DNCComment
Trump’s Already Contentious Relationship with the FBI Grows More Difficult
Trump’s Already Contentious Relationship with the FBI Grows More Difficult

Donald Trump’s increasing reliance on the agency has created an interesting dynamic where he is directly at odds with the people responsible for protecting him. Inwardly, the FBI is providing him and his team with necessary security information to ensure that another assassination attempt or further hacking is avoided. Outwardly, Trump continues to discredit the intelligence community and plots to reduce their power and autonomy if he is to win the presidency. 

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National, Election 2024Addisen HeavnerTrump, Donald Trump Trial, President Trump, Former President Trump, FBI, Christopher Wray, National, Election 2024Comment
Pennsylvania and the 2024 Election: The Race for America’s Most Crucial Swing State
Pennsylvania and the 2024 Election: The Race for America’s Most Crucial Swing State

No matter the outcome of the presidential race, one thing is certainly clear: winning Pennsylvania is a prerequisite for gaining the keys to the White House for either candidate. Reaching this point will undoubtedly be an uphill battle for both camps—one that might extend far past election night. For Trump, this means blocking efforts by Democrats to gain electoral ground in historically safe red districts. For Harris, this means combating egregious disinformation and a deluge of litigation from her opponent. 

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Election 2024, NationalJustin GoldmanPennsylvania, Swing states, Swing state, Trump, Kamala, Kamala Harris, Donald Trump, Election, Election 2024, NationalComment