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Election Causes Fear for Minorities

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Art by Peau PorotesanoOne of the best words to categorize this election for many minorities was fear—fear of President-elect Trump's policies and fear of his openly xenophobic, racist and homophobic supporters.It's difficult to blame them. Just look at the rhetoric Trump pushed forth during this campaign. During the first Presidential Debate, Trump spoke out in favor of … [Read more...] about Election Causes Fear for Minorities

I’m Ready For This Election To Be Over

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Graphic by Nate BartonWhen this article is published, there will still be several days left until the election. But soon, (Tuesday to be exact) the day will arrive where the United States will finally determine who will sit on the Iron Throne — I mean, in the Oval Office. Excuse the Freudian slip, but sometimes this election has felt about as bloody as "Game of Thrones." … [Read more...] about I’m Ready For This Election To Be Over

Understand the Privilege of Voting for Trump

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Graphic by Darylynn HortonVoting for Donald Trump is a privilege I, unfortunately, do not have as a Black person here in the United States. I don’t have the privilege to be blind to the social injustices taking place in the world because I encounter them every time I walk out the door. As an ethnic minority, I am afraid for the results of this election. I am afraid of … [Read more...] about Understand the Privilege of Voting for Trump

SGA and Debate Team Respond to the 2nd Presidential Debate

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Photos courtesy of Austin Welch, Jean Michel Habinez, Jeremiah Rondeau and Lindsey RustRecently, SGA and the Debate Team held a viewing party for the second presidential debate. Afterward, every viewer voted in a mock election that included the questions "Who do you think won in the debate?" and "Who are you voting for?." Several members of both groups wrote up their scores and … [Read more...] about SGA and Debate Team Respond to the 2nd Presidential Debate