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The Juvenile “Injustice” System: How Texas Turns a Blind Eye on Incarcerated Youth

Texas’ negligence toward incarcerated youth is part of a larger agenda to legitimize the carceral system. It symbolizes the justification of violence toward communities of marginalized youth under the pretext of preserving public safety and keeping “violent kids” out of our communities.

The Violence of Faction: What Matt Gaetz’s Ouster of Kevin McCarthy Means for American Democracy

Now that the House Republicans have witnessed the consequences of working across the aisle and taking actions that hardliners within their party view as disloyal, why would they want to take the risk of political compromise?

Federalism in Action

With the need for investments in K-12 education continuing, it remains to be seen if and how the federal government will respond to this pressing issue impacting the nation's next generation.

Arizona’s Experiment with Charter Schools

If Arizona is ever to improve its education system, it is imperative to adopt a strategic and balanced approach that maximizes the potential benefits of charter schools and minimizes the associated harms.

U.S. Women’s Soccer: A Legacy of Athlete Activism

Although the history books might remember the team for their unprecedented, on-field success, the USWNT’s off-field advocacy cements their place as the most influential women’s soccer team of all time.

The Surprising Solution to Housing Affordability: Regulating Airbnb

Affordable housing advocates have begun to take aim at companies such as Airbnb and VRBO, arguing that such platforms diminish already strained housing supplies.

Abuse of Power or the Powerful? America’s Mistreatment of Geriatric Lawmakers

As most of us dream of our life’s twilight, we imagine a retirement somewhere warm, time to partake in hobbies and traveling — living on our own terms. So why do so many elected officials refuse to step down as they reach their 80s and 90s? Is it a need to hold onto power, relevance, money?

America’s War on Gender-Affirming Care

According to the Trans Legislation Tracker, 169 bills limiting transgender healthcare have been passed so far in 2023, a steep rise from 37 bills in 2022.

Cost Plus Drugs: An Altruistic Capitalist Venture

On the national stage where altruism towards the consumer is scarce, a new pharmaceutical company is attempting to curtail corporate greed by reducing drug costs, making medicine more accessible.

The Political Viability of Social Issues

Outrage over social issues rarely decides elections. In politics, economic matters reign supreme.