Leigh and her husband, Rachid, are both in the lower class with Rachid’s salary bringing just enough money to cover their mortgage and buy food. After their first daughter was born they had learned aContinue reading
Microtransactions, a Gamers Frenemy
[dropcap]I[/dropcap]n the months leading up to the release of the Star Wars Battlefront 2 beta and the actual game, fans were so hyped and excited for the games launch. As the games release dateContinue reading
Drawing A Crowd: Artistry Is A Real Job
[dropcap]K[/dropcap]endra Aarchus, a cosmetologist, wrote an article called What No One Tells You About Being A Hairstylist on “LiveAbout” about the struggles of being a hairstylist. Some of those problems were very rough hours, achingContinue reading
It’s all your fault: Parents are at fault for their child’s behavior
[dropcap]I[/dropcap]magine being at a restaurant eating out with some friends or family and a kid between the ages of 5 and 10 walks up to you and calls you stupid. You then go and talkContinue reading
The Bang-Bang Benefits of Guns
Yes concealing and carrying a firearm can escalate the chances of an encounter with someone turning lethal. Yes the conceal and carry law can make people that aren’t carrying aContinue reading
“Adopt, Don’t Shop.”
Do you have a pet at home? If you do, your household is one of the 84.6 million households in the United States that own an animal. That animal could be anything from a dogContinue reading
Why People with Schizophrenia Should not be Charged for the Crime they Committed
[dropcap]T[/dropcap][dropcap][/dropcap]imothy Crook, a fifty-one year old man, murdered both of his parents and then drove them 150 miles away and buried them. An article from Mirror says, “Crook kicked, punched and stamped on the couple,Continue reading
Be A [Real] Man: Confronting Toxic Masculinity in our Society
[dropcap]M[/dropcap]y all time favorite song to sing is Disney’s “I’ll Make A Man Out of You” from Mulan. I’ve even gone to the extremes of making my little sisters memorize the echo “Be A Man!”Continue reading
Men: The Rough Draft
The other day, I was sitting on the couch while my father and grandfather were watching a football game. They were discussing the game and what the male TV announcer was saying. Then in theContinue reading
The Constitution is Dead, Dead, Dead!
[dropcap]I[/dropcap]n my view, there is only one legitimate way to interpret the constitution: the way it was intended to be read by its authors. I believe that originalism is the best constitutional doctrine for aContinue reading
MJ and The King: Why Michael Jordan is the Better Overall Player
On October 26, 1984, a new level of competition was set by Michael Jordan in his first NBA game. He scored 16 points and had 6 rebounds and 7 assists. With this the world knewContinue reading
How Traffic Circles Make the World Go Round
I remember the day vividly. My sister and I were driving to the grocery store to pick up forgotten items from previous runs by my mom. We came to an intersection, turning to the left,Continue reading
Liar Liar Fake News Lights The Fire
Fake news. It’s the year’s biggest buzz term. It’s seen all over televised news, such as ABC and Fox. It’s in the paper and on the Internet. Fake News even can come straight from theContinue reading
Saving Souls Through Abortion : How Early Pregnancy Terminations are Helping Not Hurting
I’m going to be honest with you, never have I been a person who looks at children and awes, they do not have the cute effect on me and it is doubtful they ever will.Continue reading
Healthcare Reform Is Worth the Money
Most people at one point or another have heard the strong opinions floating around about the healthcare system. Frankly, if you haven’t one quick look at the healthcare twitter hashtag will give you enough insightContinue reading
Is the Need for Greed Bad or Good?
Are you that selfish person who eats the last chocolate chip cookie?–because I sure am! Every time my grandma makes cookies it’s a race to the kitchen, and I always end up eating the lastContinue reading
“The Power of Christ Compels You” or Does it?: The Unfortunate Case of Anneliese Michel and It’s Affect on Today’s Issues
By Abby J [dropcap]I[/dropcap]n the Japanese folklore, Yuki-onna (The Snow Women), tells a story about a demon whose skin is as white as snow and has long stringy black hair. The legend tells of thoseContinue reading
The Disrespect of ….Taking a Knee?
Is kneeling during the national anthem disrespectful towards the flag or a way a spreading awareness through our country? If you have been paying attention to the news within the last 2-3 years then youContinue reading
The Hidden Problems and Solutions of The Kavanaugh Case
I was sitting there as an observer, just watching him, that monster. Disgust filled my mind as I attempted to clear my head. How did I let this happen? I watched as my Gandalf theContinue reading
“I know you are not as innocent as you seem” -My Dad: Having the talk with your parents
Having The Talk With Your Parents [dropcap]T[/dropcap]alks with your parents can be super uncomfortable and nerve racking. One of the most memorable discussions I have had with my Dad was when his opening line was, “IContinue reading
Rape Culture in America? I don’t think so….
As a person who usually keeps up with the latest news and politics, I have been noticing a frightening new trend in America. Most people are aware of the #MeToo movement sweeping across theContinue reading
Schools Against Shoulders: Are School Dress Codes Dangerous?
[dropcap]L[/dropcap]ucy Dunne, a young plus sized girl, was in a fitting room in her favorite store when she was told by a saleswoman that the store wouldn’t carry clothing in a size “that big”. AsContinue reading
The simple truth, The Office is Better than Parks and Recreation
Imagine you’re in highschool, it’s Friday night and everyone is putting “Who wants to hangout this weekend” or “HMU to make plans this weekend”. Multiple friends have contacted you, and really want to hang outContinue reading
Pitbulls Aren’t Ruff!
For Halloween, dress your Pitbull up as a blood-thirsty Vampire and I bet a lot of people will think that your dog didn’t change at all! Or maybe, you could dress them up as aContinue reading
Do Schools Really Understand Their Start Times?
4:45 a.m. That is when the alarm goes off for Morgan to start her day. She begins by opening her groggy eyes and is not motivated to start another school day. Once again, she thinksContinue reading
Say your goodbyes to summer movies
Summer break, one of the most anticipated ‘holidays’ of younglings across America. It’s a popular setting in cult classics such as Dirty Dancing, Friday the 13th, and The Sandlot. But imagine if you never hadContinue reading
Is Water Wet?
Social Media Many people have taken to their devices to debate the topic and share their opinions on whether or not they think water is wet. Teens go back and forth on the subject andContinue reading
From Lip Kits to Yeezys- Are the Kardashians a Positive Impact?
Have the Kardashians Left a Positive Impact on Society? Your walking around town and you see a pretty girl. You immediately notice that she has gotten multiple surgeries to change the way she looks. TheContinue reading
College Athletes Already Get What They Want And Don’t Deserve More
Feature Image By Tammy Anthony Baker [dropcap]W[/dropcap]ith college football in season, many people wonder how much money the colleges gain from the players, and the team’s’ success. Well, according to CNN The Crimson Tide’s footballContinue reading
Rethink Vaccines
[dropcap]I[/dropcap]f you were a patient waiting for your name to be called on December 28th, 2012 you may have heard a blood curdling scream coming from behind the patient doors. That scream was my sister.Continue reading
Vaccinations are Definitely Worth a Shot
In the movie, The Box, a couple receives a box, if they press the button in the box someone dies, but they get a million dollars. The family in this movie is struggling financially andContinue reading
Filthy Rich: Why Billionaires are Some of the Worst People on the Planet
“For seven years, I lived on $500 a month. The cost of taxes on my small home was more than $200 monthly. […] I feel rich when I have food.” This is the sad butContinue reading
Is Today The Day For The Who Dey?
The 2016 NFL, AFC Wild Card Playoff match between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Cincinnati Bengals was one of the most painful games for Bengals fans. Two bitter rivals fighting to advance to the nextContinue reading
Is a Paycheck in the Future for Students?
Money, it is what makes the world spin. Like it or not, money fuels people. Why would you work for hours a day, five days a week, if it did not? You are always tired,Continue reading
Men Getting Paid More than Women… Yet Again
It took the US almost 200 years to finally get a law that states that men and women should be paid the same. That law is called the Equal Pay Act and it requires thatContinue reading
Feminism Gone Too Far?
Now Calm Down Yes, you did read the title correctly. And no, just let me explain. There is a term; FemiNazi, which refers to the radical and extremists who claim feminism. These are the insaneContinue reading
Don’t Pet the Dog: The Differences Between Service Dogs and Emotional Support Animals
Drew Lynch, the second place winner on season ten of America’s Got Talent, has a service dog named Stella. He features Stella in all of his Youtube videos on his channel Dog Vlog. BeingContinue reading