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Is America ready for a female president?

In the 2016 election, two candidates were in a very heated race. A lot of contention didn’t come directly from their policy, but rather from their gender identities. While many people were incredibly excited at the prospect of flipping the Mister President to Madam, the glass ceiling remains unshattered. There are many bright prospects in…

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Emphasizing athletics is a good way to entice potential students

Wilkes University has rebranded its athletic department in the last two years, between adding new sports, such as men’s and women’s ice hockey, and a near complete overhaul on most of the department’s coaching staff. The latest upgrades made to the department have been in the Marts Center and most notably at the Ralston Athletic…

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Self care with Sarah: Taking a step back and taking control

Since a new academic year is upon us, one might be thinking about what they can do to improve their daily routine or themself  in general from last year. Taking control and actively thinking about what you can improve upon and what you need to accept can make a huge difference in your daily routine….

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Free college tuition is a fundamentally bad idea

Think about it: What is one of America’s strongest attributes? Freedom. But just because the word “free” is there, doesn’t mean everything should be free. One of the core principles in our American society is incentives. What gets you to wake up in the morning? Incentives. Dictionary.com defines an incentive as “something that incites or…

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Should elected officials stick to original campaign promises?

It is a well known truth that in all levels of politics someone who is campaigning to get as many votes as they can from the largest amount of people, will say anything they have to to convince voters to give them their support. With the 2020 presidential election right around the corner, the current…

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Jussie Smollett charges dropped; locals speak out about Empire actor

If people commit crimes, they should have to face some sort of fair punishment. On Jan. 22, Fox Empire star Jussie Smollett called police with reports of a threatening letter and a powdery substance at work. On Jan. 29, Smollett filed a police report of a hate crime. Smollett reported that he was assaulted by…

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PLCB, Ali Baba’s Lounge needs to be shut down

The ball is in your court, Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board. It’s time to revoke the liquor license of the Ali Baba Liquor Lounge. Back in November, management of the Ali Baba’s faced a hearing to try and renew the night club’s liquor license. The club has been operating under a temporary license since its expiration…

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US educational system is on the decline

The US education system is failing and this issue must be resolved. To some, this statement may be a source of discomfort as a result of America’s patriotic spirit. However, the truth must be received in its purest state in order to inspire a shift in thought and subsequently create change. As academics, aspiring professionals,…

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Why Americans love their football and the AAF

The Alliance of American Football (AAF) debuted the week after the conclusion of the NFL season and it proved one thing, that Americans love and want more football. The debut broadcast of the AAF on CBS went head-to-head with the NBA on ABC, who had superstars James Harden and Chris Paul go up against Paul…

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