News the latest from the campus and around the globe
New Georgia Voter Law Breeds Backlash
Last month, Georgia Governor Brian Kemp signed a bill passed by the state’s Republican controlled legislature that Democratic politicians, civil rights groups, and corporations claim suppresses the right to vote, especially for marginalized groups. The bill, S.B. 202, makes significant changes to how Georgians are able to vote. These changes
Violence in Myanmar Continues to Escalate
The military junta of Myanmar, formerly known as Burma, continues to crack down on pro-democracy protestors, as fears that the continued violence will grow into another civil war develop. On Feb. 1, the Tatmadaw, Myanmar’s armed forces, seized control of the country after the ruling party, National League for Democracy,
President Biden Holds First News Conference
President Joe Biden held the first news conference of his Presidency on March 25 in the East Room of the White House. He addressed multiple issues, including vaccinations, immigration, voting rights, and foreign policy. The president began the news conference updating the country on his goal of 100 million vaccine
SGA Presidential Debate Between Candidates Ariyana Ward and Delanie Blubaugh
Continuing a long line of campaign traditions, the Student Government Association’s (SGA) Presidential Debate took place on Monday, March 15. The debate was between opposing candidates Delanie Blubaugh and Ariyana Ward, both incumbent SGA members with extensive experience in their fields. The live stream began with a foreword from the
New York Governor Clings to Political Power
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo continues to defy calls for his resignation after several women have alleged of personal misconduct on his behalf as well as allegations pertaining to his handling of the COVID-19 Pandemic. At least six women have come forward to claim that Governor Cuomo acted in an
