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In the midst of a pandemic and national protests against racism and police violence, this years election between Democratic nominee Joe Biden and Republican nominee President Donald Trump could be one of the most important elections in recent history.

Ithaca College community prepares for upcoming elections

By Ryan Bieber, Staff Writer October 15, 2020
With the 2020 presidential election 19 days away, Ithaca College students are gearing up to vote.
Sophomore Laney Sodoma is one of five winners of YouTuber David Dobriks Tesla giveaway, a collaboration between Dobrik and HeadCount, an organization that promotes voter registration.

Q&A: Sophomore wins David Dobrik’s Tesla giveaway

By Arleigh Rodgers, Life & Culture Editor October 14, 2020
Sophomore Laney Sodoma is one of five winners of YouTuber David Dobrik's Tesla giveaway, a collaboration between Dobrik and HeadCount.
National Recap: 13 people charged in plot to kidnap Michigan Governor

National Recap: 13 people charged in plot to kidnap Michigan Governor

By John Turner, Opinion Editor October 13, 2020
The individuals involved are suspected of attempting to identify addresses of those in law enforcement so they could target them.
“RBG,” a 2018 Academy Award–nominated documentary, honors the life of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, who died of pancreatic cancer Sept. 18. The film serves as a stark reminder of the vibrant life she led and the legacy she left behind.

Review: Ginsburg’s legacy burns bright in 2018 documentary

By Elijah de Castro, Staff Writer September 23, 2020
“RBG,” a 2018 Academy Award–nominated documentary, honors the life of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, who died of pancreatic cancer Sept. 18.
National Recap: TikTok is facing a potential U.S. ban

National Recap: TikTok is facing a potential U.S. ban

By John Turner September 22, 2020
The U.S. Department of Commerce’s move to ban TikTok from U.S. app stores has been temporarily postponed.
When John Bolton announced he was writing a bombshell book about his experience as President Donald Trump’s former national security adviser, pandemonium ensued. However, the sought-after details are more pseudo-patriotic and hilarious than they are substantive.

Review: Long-awaited book lacks informative story

By Elijah de Castro, Staff Writer July 4, 2020
When John Bolton announced he was writing a book about his experience as national security adviser, pandemonium ensued.
The Indigo Girls latest album tackles the current political scene and growing up as an LGBT youth in the American south. While the album often plays into country music conventions, its a breath of fresh air with exceptional lyrics.

Review: Country album reflects on current politics

By Elijah de Castro June 7, 2020
The Indigo Girls' latest album tackles the current political scene and growing up as an LGBT youth in the American south.
Commentary: Comedy provides crucial relief from politics

Commentary: Comedy provides crucial relief from politics

By Gavin Berger October 3, 2019
Comedy brings light to a dark world. We’re all just trying to get through life, so why not laugh a little?
Editorial: Colleges program shows commitment to refugees

Editorial: College’s program shows commitment to refugees

September 26, 2019
Violence, persecution, natural disaster and war have forced millions of people to flee their home countries and seek refuge in other nations.
Commentary: Harmful language around immigration inspires violence

Commentary: Harmful language around immigration inspires violence

By Suzannah Van Gelder September 12, 2019
Over the past several years in the United States, the rhetoric surrounding immigration has become nothing short of volatile.
National Recap: Former staffer sues Trump for alleged assault

National Recap: Former staffer sues Trump for alleged assault

By Meredith Burke, Opinion Editor February 27, 2019
Hassan Zavareei, Johnson’s attorney, said Johnson is filing the lawsuit because she cannot be silent about Trump’s abuses any longer.
The evening event at the Bernie Milton Pavilion was one of over 200 rapid response protests happening nationwide. The series of protests is part of an ongoing national campaign called Nobody is Above the Law.

Ithaca locals protest the resignation of Jeff Sessions

By Ben Kaplan, Senior Writer November 9, 2018
A large crowd of locals Ithacans gathered on The Commons to protest the recent resignation of former Attorney General Jeff Sessions.
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