Voting transportation inaccessible
In the United States, voting in elections is extremely inconvenient and inaccessible. Election Day is the first Tuesday of November. In most states, the polling times begin as the work day is starting and closes a few hours after the…
Laptops not effective for note-taking
While technology has become very prevalent in society and is very useful, it does not belong in the traditional classroom. There are always exceptions to the rules. In some classes, such as media-based courses, laptops and cellphones are a requirement…
Jake Paul focus of documentary
YouTuber Shane Dawson has found astounding success in his new documentary series, “The Mind of Jake Paul.” The eight-part series delves into the life and mind of 21-year-old YouTuber Jake Paul. Paul is one of the most controversial social media…
Video games allow gambling
Video gaming is a hobby that is widely loved and accessible. Some games, however, are intended for mature audiences, whether it be for violence, like “Grand Theft Auto V,” sexual themes, like “Detroit: Become Human” or in-game purchases and gambling,…
Not all ex-cons should get a second chance
One of the most controversial discussions in America is, or should be, ex-convict injustices. Ex-convicts have easily faced one of the hardest comebacks in America. From being convicted to going to jail, it is extremely hard to get your life…
Smartphones not smart for kids
Technology has allowed for drastic improvements in the modern world. It has added in medical treatment, communication, education and much more, but it is to further develop already-formed minds, not to teach young children. While technology has seemingly endless benefits,…
Electoral College unbalanced, corrupt
The system that America established to elect the president is called the Electoral College. States have a select number of electors that vote, depending on how the people in their states vote. The system today is unbalanced and corrupt and…
Party politics ruin Kavanaugh hearing
Regardless of political affiliation, it is impossible to excuse any of the parties responsible, with the exception of Dr. Christine Blasey Ford, for turning Justice Brett Kavanaugh’s confirmation hearing to the United States Supreme Court into a circus. It started…
Believe Dr. Blasey Ford’s testimony
Dr. Christine Blasey Ford told the truth. That much must be clear to everyone. Her testimony had no possible positive edge for her. Regardless of what happens with Kavanaugh, she will forever be associated not with her numerous academic achievements,…
Confederate flag not sign of freedom
The Confederate flag is a symbol of racism. If you disagree, you must have failed U.S. history in high school. The Confederate States of America split away from the Union following the election of Abraham Lincoln because they feared that…
