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  • Why Latin America is in Love with the Right

    Felix Pacheco-Lynch '28-October 31, 2026-

    Javier Milei in Argentina. José Antonio Kast in Chile. And most recently, Abelardo de la Espriella in Colombia.

  • Ukraine turns the tables on Russia: Recent drone attack brings costs to Moscow’s elite

    Heloise Campbell '28-October 31, 2026-

    Moscow's upper class is finally feeling the effects of the war as Ukraine turns to targeting Russia's strategic assets.

  • Why both backlash and support of data centers is warranted

    Kellan Keyes '28-October 31, 2026-

    Yes, data centers are worth building. But America's technological progress cannot come at the expense of local communities and our environment.

  • Capitol Building in Washington, D.C.

    America’s 40 trillion issues

    Grayson Meyer '28-October 31, 2026-

    The only way to counter the debt crisis is through the sort of careful financial discipline our leaders on both sides of the aisle have refused to practice.

  • Alternative for Germany’s rise to power raises questions about their message

    James Gross-October 31, 2026-

    In September 2026, the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party won the regional parliamentary elections in Saxony-Anhalt, a state in north western Germany. This marked the first time a far right party has been elected in Germany since World War II.

  • Biases of Artificial Intelligence Regulation and Big AI’s Motive for Pushing for Lawmaking

    Grant Klein '30-October 31, 2026-

    The question, however, for today is no longer whether to regulate AI but instead to examine who writes the rules and who benefits from those rules.

  • DC voters: Do not rank Oye Owolewa for DC Council at-large

    Emmett Bailen '28-October 31, 2026-

    The city needs pro-growth leaders in the Wilson Building. Owolewa is not that leader.

  • Why pulling certain journalists’ press passes violates the Constitution

    Emi Litzau '30-October 31, 2026-

    When the White House bans journalists due to unfavorable coverage, it tears at the fabric of the American experiment: the First Amendment.

  • Why does Congress keep voting to end the Iran War while the conflict keeps expanding?

    Nyla Premkumar '30 and Clara Reilly '30-October 31, 2026-

    For over 248 years, Congress has possessed and exercised its constitutional power to declare, enter, and end wars. So why does the war in Iran keep expanding?

  • Political Parties Are Key to Democracy

    The Power of Money in American Politics

    Tomás Becerra '29-October 30, 2026-

    Money can buy the airwaves, but it cannot buy elections. Here's why PAC spending needs to be reformed.

  • Democracy Under Pressure in the Trump Administration

    James Gross-February 14, 2026-

    A frequent criticism about President Trump is that his administration [...]

  • The Affordable Care Act and the Presidential Prerogative

    Emmett Bailen '28-February 14, 2026-

    In 1944, President Franklin Delano Roosevelt, offered a bold, sweeping [...]

  • After Assad: Syria’s Fragile Transition in a Post-Regime Era

    Emmett Bailen '28-February 14, 2026-

    On December 8, 2024, the Assad regime in Syria came [...]

  • The Limits of Presidential Immunity in the Case of Donald Trump

    Caroline Bailen '25-August 26, 2025-

    Presidential immunity does not protect former President Donald Trump from prosecution.

  • The Emergence of the BRICS International Union of States

    Anna Dreyhaupt '25-August 22, 2025-

    In an era characterized by rapid economic growth, the BRICS coalition stands as a testament to the achievements of emerging economies.

  • The Role of British Monarchy in Society Today

    Maira Zaidi ‘27-August 22, 2025-

    lmost everyone in the world has heard of the British monarchy due to its extensive history across the globe.

  • The Causes of Increased American Political Polarization

    Caroline Bailen '25-August 22, 2025-

    Peaceful debates between political parties are evidence of a robust democracy, but what happens when these differences of opinion morph into political attacks?

  • The Challenges of Global Climate Change Policy Coordination

    Keya Krishna '24-August 22, 2025-

    Climate change is undoubtedly the gravest existential threat that looms over humanity in the 21st century.

  • The Current Issues with Foreign Aid to Ukraine

    Jacob Osorio-Buitrago '26-August 22, 2025-

    Foreign aid is a critical tool in assisting nations in post-conflict reconstruction, economic growth and in times of urgent humanitarian needs.

  • The Dangers of U.S. Interventionism

    Arman Syed '25-August 22, 2025-

    Isolationism and interventionism are the two traditionally opposing philosophies of U.S. foreign policy.

  • The Assassination of Hardeep Singh Najjar and Resulting Tensions Between Canada and India

    Krish Batra '25-August 22, 2025-

    Canadian citizen and resident Hardeep Singh Nijjar was assassinated in British Columbia this past June.

  • Impacts of DeSantis’ Endorsement of Trump

    Anna Dreyhaupt '25-August 22, 2025-

    Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced the end of his presidential campaign, opting to back former President Donald Trump.

  • Analysis on the State of the US Voting System

    Lexi Orr '26-August 22, 2025-

    When the United States Constitution was established in 1787, the Founding Fathers had grand visions for the future of the country.

  • The Implications of AI and How it is Being Regulated

    Madeleine Blizzard '26-August 22, 2025-

    Since the emergence of ChatGPT and OpenAI, the concept of artificial intelligence has been a contentious issue.

  • Political Parties Are Key to Democracy

    Political Parties Are Key to Democracy — But A New Party Configuration May Offer a Solution to Polarization

    Anya Vedantambe '24-August 22, 2025-

    With the presidential election fast approaching and partisan division growing deeper, many Americans are wondering whether political parties are really needed in our democracy.

  • China’s Political and Economic Model is Not Replicable for Other Nations

    China’s Political and Economic Model is Not Replicable for Other Nations

    Ethan Huang '26-August 22, 2025-

    Throughout the past decade, China’s GDP has nearly doubled, increasing from 8.93 trillion dollars in 2012 to 16.33 trillion dollars in 2022, according to The World Bank.

  • How should the government regulate or oversee AI, if at all?

    Petra Kawesi-Mukooza '27-November 7, 2024-

    What steps will the government take to manage potentially destructive artificial intelligence (AI)? Technology has evolved to the point that it’s now essential for thriving in modern society.

  • As its largest trading partner, how will China’s growing influence in Africa impact global politics?

    Ivaylo Guenov '26-November 7, 2024-

    In recent years, the global political landscape has closely monitored China's increasing economic involvement in Africa. This growing influence has significant ramifications for international politics, power dynamics, and economic ties.

  • What is the significance of OpenAI’s plans to become a for-profit company?

    Evan Tan '28-November 7, 2024-

    OpenAI announced recently that it intends to become a fully for-profit company, which will reduce the emphasis it maintains on humanity’s benefit and safety.

  • How did the VP Debate show strengths and weaknesses for both parties?

    Arya Goswami '28-November 7, 2024-

    The vice presidential debate was substantive regarding policies between the two opposing tickets, unlike the presidential debate, which was full of personal attacks and mudslinging.

  • Where The Harris Campaign Went Wrong

    Caroline Bailen '25-November 7, 2024-

    In mid-July, as faith in the Democratic Party declined in the wake of the June Presidential Debate and President Biden dropped out of the race, Vice President Kamala Harris rallied a coalition overnight.

  • Why Latin America is in Love with the Right

    Felix Pacheco-Lynch '28-October 31, 2026-

    Javier Milei in Argentina. José Antonio Kast in Chile. And most recently, Abelardo de la Espriella in Colombia.

  • Ukraine turns the tables on Russia: Recent drone attack brings costs to Moscow’s elite

    Heloise Campbell '28-October 31, 2026-

    Moscow's upper class is finally feeling the effects of the war as Ukraine turns to targeting Russia's strategic assets.

  • Why both backlash and support of data centers is warranted

    Kellan Keyes '28-October 31, 2026-

    Yes, data centers are worth building. But America's technological progress cannot come at the expense of local communities and our environment.

  • Capitol Building in Washington, D.C.

    America’s 40 trillion issues

    Grayson Meyer '28-October 31, 2026-

    The only way to counter the debt crisis is through the sort of careful financial discipline our leaders on both sides of the aisle have refused to practice.

  • Alternative for Germany’s rise to power raises questions about their message

    James Gross-October 31, 2026-

    In September 2026, the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party won the regional parliamentary elections in Saxony-Anhalt, a state in north western Germany. This marked the first time a far right party has been elected in Germany since World War II.

  • Biases of Artificial Intelligence Regulation and Big AI’s Motive for Pushing for Lawmaking

    Grant Klein '30-October 31, 2026-

    The question, however, for today is no longer whether to regulate AI but instead to examine who writes the rules and who benefits from those rules.

  • DC voters: Do not rank Oye Owolewa for DC Council at-large

    Emmett Bailen '28-October 31, 2026-

    The city needs pro-growth leaders in the Wilson Building. Owolewa is not that leader.

  • Why pulling certain journalists’ press passes violates the Constitution

    Emi Litzau '30-October 31, 2026-

    When the White House bans journalists due to unfavorable coverage, it tears at the fabric of the American experiment: the First Amendment.

  • Why does Congress keep voting to end the Iran War while the conflict keeps expanding?

    Nyla Premkumar '30 and Clara Reilly '30-October 31, 2026-

    For over 248 years, Congress has possessed and exercised its constitutional power to declare, enter, and end wars. So why does the war in Iran keep expanding?

  • Political Parties Are Key to Democracy

    The Power of Money in American Politics

    Tomás Becerra '29-October 30, 2026-

    Money can buy the airwaves, but it cannot buy elections. Here's why PAC spending needs to be reformed.

  • Democracy Under Pressure in the Trump Administration

    James Gross-February 14, 2026-

    A frequent criticism about President Trump is that his administration [...]

  • The Affordable Care Act and the Presidential Prerogative

    Emmett Bailen '28-February 14, 2026-

    In 1944, President Franklin Delano Roosevelt, offered a bold, sweeping [...]

  • After Assad: Syria’s Fragile Transition in a Post-Regime Era

    Emmett Bailen '28-February 14, 2026-

    On December 8, 2024, the Assad regime in Syria came [...]

  • The Limits of Presidential Immunity in the Case of Donald Trump

    Caroline Bailen '25-August 26, 2025-

    Presidential immunity does not protect former President Donald Trump from prosecution.

  • The Emergence of the BRICS International Union of States

    Anna Dreyhaupt '25-August 22, 2025-

    In an era characterized by rapid economic growth, the BRICS coalition stands as a testament to the achievements of emerging economies.

  • The Role of British Monarchy in Society Today

    Maira Zaidi ‘27-August 22, 2025-

    lmost everyone in the world has heard of the British monarchy due to its extensive history across the globe.

  • The Causes of Increased American Political Polarization

    Caroline Bailen '25-August 22, 2025-

    Peaceful debates between political parties are evidence of a robust democracy, but what happens when these differences of opinion morph into political attacks?

  • The Challenges of Global Climate Change Policy Coordination

    Keya Krishna '24-August 22, 2025-

    Climate change is undoubtedly the gravest existential threat that looms over humanity in the 21st century.

  • The Current Issues with Foreign Aid to Ukraine

    Jacob Osorio-Buitrago '26-August 22, 2025-

    Foreign aid is a critical tool in assisting nations in post-conflict reconstruction, economic growth and in times of urgent humanitarian needs.

  • The Dangers of U.S. Interventionism

    Arman Syed '25-August 22, 2025-

    Isolationism and interventionism are the two traditionally opposing philosophies of U.S. foreign policy.

  • The Assassination of Hardeep Singh Najjar and Resulting Tensions Between Canada and India

    Krish Batra '25-August 22, 2025-

    Canadian citizen and resident Hardeep Singh Nijjar was assassinated in British Columbia this past June.

  • Impacts of DeSantis’ Endorsement of Trump

    Anna Dreyhaupt '25-August 22, 2025-

    Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced the end of his presidential campaign, opting to back former President Donald Trump.

  • Analysis on the State of the US Voting System

    Lexi Orr '26-August 22, 2025-

    When the United States Constitution was established in 1787, the Founding Fathers had grand visions for the future of the country.

  • The Implications of AI and How it is Being Regulated

    Madeleine Blizzard '26-August 22, 2025-

    Since the emergence of ChatGPT and OpenAI, the concept of artificial intelligence has been a contentious issue.

  • Political Parties Are Key to Democracy

    Political Parties Are Key to Democracy — But A New Party Configuration May Offer a Solution to Polarization

    Anya Vedantambe '24-August 22, 2025-

    With the presidential election fast approaching and partisan division growing deeper, many Americans are wondering whether political parties are really needed in our democracy.

  • China’s Political and Economic Model is Not Replicable for Other Nations

    China’s Political and Economic Model is Not Replicable for Other Nations

    Ethan Huang '26-August 22, 2025-

    Throughout the past decade, China’s GDP has nearly doubled, increasing from 8.93 trillion dollars in 2012 to 16.33 trillion dollars in 2022, according to The World Bank.

  • How should the government regulate or oversee AI, if at all?

    Petra Kawesi-Mukooza '27-November 7, 2024-

    What steps will the government take to manage potentially destructive artificial intelligence (AI)? Technology has evolved to the point that it’s now essential for thriving in modern society.

  • As its largest trading partner, how will China’s growing influence in Africa impact global politics?

    Ivaylo Guenov '26-November 7, 2024-

    In recent years, the global political landscape has closely monitored China's increasing economic involvement in Africa. This growing influence has significant ramifications for international politics, power dynamics, and economic ties.

  • What is the significance of OpenAI’s plans to become a for-profit company?

    Evan Tan '28-November 7, 2024-

    OpenAI announced recently that it intends to become a fully for-profit company, which will reduce the emphasis it maintains on humanity’s benefit and safety.

  • How did the VP Debate show strengths and weaknesses for both parties?

    Arya Goswami '28-November 7, 2024-

    The vice presidential debate was substantive regarding policies between the two opposing tickets, unlike the presidential debate, which was full of personal attacks and mudslinging.

  • Where The Harris Campaign Went Wrong

    Caroline Bailen '25-November 7, 2024-

    In mid-July, as faith in the Democratic Party declined in the wake of the June Presidential Debate and President Biden dropped out of the race, Vice President Kamala Harris rallied a coalition overnight.

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