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Vaccine Patent Protections and the Hypocrisy of US Health Care

Moderate Democrats, including Biden, continue to legislate as if health care corporations work in the best interest of the American people.

The Myth of a Crumbling United States: From the Perspective of a ‘Puppet State’ Citizen

By ERIC KIM

The United States is still a beacon of hope to the world, shining as an example for all other Westernized and democratic nations to follow.

Sliding Scale Fines and Why Criminal Justice Reform Needs To Adjust to Civil Law

By CLARA GERLACH

Civil law reforms, such as the implementation of sliding scale fines, are necessary step in creating a more equitable and fair government.

Christianity Shouldn’t Be a Political Vehicle

By NICHOLAS SCOTCHIE

Politicians must stop using Christianity merely for political opportunism and actually advocate to improve the lives of God's children.

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Karens and Congee: Asian Foods Do Not Need White People’s Input

By JESSICA YU

Thinking congee needs to be “gourmet” and adapted to a modern, Western audience is incredibly insensitive, if not flat-out delusional.

Your All-in-One Guide to Daily @afffirmations

By JESSICA YU

The meme page @afffirmations is an easy and free alternative to seeking help by giving you advice, and here is a guide to its prescriptions.

The Police Do Not Belong at Pride

By JESSICA YU

With the announcement that New York City Pride organizers have banned police officers from marching in uniform at the Pride parade, it is important to understand the violence the LGBTQ+ community has faced at the hands of police

Far From Mars, Musk Is Colonizing Vulnerable Communities

By STEVIE CORTEZ

Elon Musk has proposed a Starbase in Brownsville, Texas, that, rather than improving the local area, will harm residents and the environment.

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TikTok, Other Cultures Aren’t Your Vernacular

By JAKE ERACA

TikTok trends, often terms found in the cultures of marginalized people, trivialize the words' origins and allow others to profit off them.

Are We Too Cool To Be Monogamous?

By AASTHA AGGARWAL

Young adults have lost sight of love and prioritized noncommittal relationships that grant short-term gratification to fulfill our needs.

TV, the Modern Bonfire, Unites Families to Their Roots and to Each Other

By BRIAN PFAIL

The TV set has become the modern bonfire, solidifying the strength of the American family through a communal activity.

Paranormal Romance Has More to Offer Than Shirtless Vampires

By EMILY ELLIS

Paranormal romance novels are insightful and convey meaningful themes, making them deserving of respect not often granted to the genre.

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Commuters Deserve More at Fordham

By MYA ABDELWAHAB

Though Fordham's commuters have access to on campus services, many feel isolated from the community and are unable to go to social events.

Fordham’s First-Year Class Size Is Causing Problems

By BRIANNA DOUCETTE

With more students on campus than ever, the first-year class of over 1,000 is unsustainable for Fordham's future as a small school.

Why You Should Be Glad Fordham Doesn’t Have Greek Life

By ISABELLA SCIPIONI

Fordham's lack of Greek life is a benefit to students who are free from the toxicity, hate and social pressure Greek organizations promote.

Welcome Back to School: A Guide to Our Bittersweet Reunion After COVID-19 and Isolation

By ANGELA LOCASCIO

As Fordham students return to in-person class and come back to school, they must treat each other with respect and care for their boundaries.

March Midterms Madness

By ISABELLA SCIPIONI

An extended midterms period during an already stressful semester has made this semester’s exam season more frustrating and exhausting than necessary.

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