Un Nuevo Revanchismo: Conflict in Mexico
On September 26th, 2014, students from the Ayotzinapa rural teacher’s college in Mexico were attempting to raise money to attend a protest against narco-politics and the inaction of the Mexican…
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Climate Change: Pessimism or Optimism
As the threat of catastrophic climate change looms closer, scientists and environmental activists are developing vastly different social solutions to the problem. Every day, the pressure on climate scientists rises…
Dogs and Human: More Similar Than You Think
Would you rather raise and be responsible for a dog or a human child? While most people will probably choose the dog, the difference may not be as great as…
The Evolution of Racism in the 21st Century
The recent events surrounding 14-year-old Ahmed Mohamed and his homemade creation have sparked vicious shaming towards his teachers, school, and county police. The young Muslim boy from Irving, Texas created…
Islamophobia in Irving, Texas
The city of Irving, Texas has been under the spotlight ever since the arrest of Ahmed Mohamed, the 14 year old Muslim high school student who built a clock. The…
The Media’s Response to Ahmed Mohamed
On Monday, September 14 2015, Irving, Texas police arrested 14-year-old Ahmed Mohamed at school for possessing what his teachers believed to be a bomb. In fact, Ahmed was simply showing…