January 25 saw the first of what is bound to be many confirmations of controversial nominees off the Trump slate; the day also saw a run-of-the-mill excusal of anti-Muslim sentiment, which has become all too common in the wake of 9/11. When 50 senators and the sitting vice president voted to confirm Pete Hegseth as […]
China’s Play in the Global EV Order
The race to dominate the global electric vehicle (EV) market is on, and China is leading the charge. In 2023, China overtook all its competitors – Japan, Germany, and the United States– to become the world’s largest auto exporter, a position that marks the beginning of a seismic shift in global trade and technological power. […]
Should We Be Worried About China?
For over 30 years, the US has been unquestionably stronger than any opponent to our national interests — the People’s Republic of China is bringing those days to an end. The underlying source of tension between the US and China is Beijing’s territorial dispute with Taiwan. Since 1949, both nations have rejected the other’s autonomy, […]
Israel’s Concerning Presence in the Golan
Just days after the fall of the Assad dynasty in Syria, Israeli security forces moved to control the strategically valuable territory that separates Israel from its neighbors to the north and east. At the time, the Israeli ambassador to the United Nations, Danny Danon, claimed in front of the General Assembly that the operation was […]
Faith Resolute: Persecutions Then and Now
“Our Father, which art in heaven, hallowed be thy name.” There she stood in the public square. Hands clasped together, praying children at her feet. The year is 304 A.D., and the height of the Diocletianic Persecution has been ushered in by the institution of the fourth edict. In a few moments, she will be […]
Educate & Elevate: Reflecting on the Legacy and Future of WashU’s ABS
To truly understand the growth of the Washington University Association of Black Students (ABS), one must delve into its rich history—a story woven with threads of hard work, determination, and self-sacrifice, deeply intertwined with the university’s own narrative. Having had the incredible opportunity to lead ABS this past year, we felt a profound responsibility to […]
Internet Myth or Truth: Debunking the 2024 Election
Social media has become the new front line in the battle for political power, where truth is often the first casualty. As seen in the 2024 Presidential election, these platforms allow misinformation to disseminate further and faster than ever before. As traditional news outlets continue to lose credibility, especially among younger and more diverse audiences, […]
A TikTok Ban is Ridiculously Overdue
As one of his many campaign promises, Trump vowed to reverse Biden’s ban on TikTok, which would otherwise go into effect on January 19th. This is a complete reversal of Trump’s initial stance on TikTok, and following through on this promise after returning to the White House would absolutely be a mistake. While many social […]
The Impact of Trump’s Economic Policy
On November 5, Donald Trump was elected to a second term as president, winning all the swing states and decisively beating Vice President Kamala Harris, after a tumultuous campaign season. Throughout the campaign, Trump often touted his economic recovery plan, intending to reduce inflation and ease prices for consumers, as Gallup polls were showing the […]
When “It’s Going to Be Okay” Feels Empty
One week before Election Day on October 29, Kamala Harris delivered her closing argument speech at the Ellipse in Washington DC. In the same place where the attack on the U.S. Capitol on January 6th occurred, Harris proclaimed that the ability for Americans to live in a country “rooted in freedom for everyone” or “ruled […]