JANUARY 26, 2018

Full News Archive

• Headline: Labor Board Staff Opposes Appointee's Proposal. Impact: This event set off a chain reaction where every future labor board became a battleground for employer vs. employee rights, leading to every worker secretly wishing their job came with a side of union representation.. Fact: Labor board staff have a secret handshake that involves a lot of sighing and rolling of eyes at management..
• Headline: Trump's Failed Attempt to Fire Mueller. Impact: The moment Trump decided not to fire Mueller, it inadvertently created a reality show of political drama that made everyone question if they were watching the news or just another season of 'Survivor: Washington D.C.'. Fact: White House Counsel's job description now includes 'professional negotiator' for when the boss has a meltdown..
• Headline: Michigan State's Knowledge on Nassar's Abuse. Impact: Nassar's sentencing triggered a seismic shift in how institutions handle abuse, causing a ripple effect that led to countless others questioning their own silence and the legitimacy of their alma mater's values.. Fact: Michigan State’s motto might as well be 'We’ll get to the bottom of it, after we finish ignoring it.'.
• Headline: A Listening Ear for Musicians in Need. Impact: The creation of a help line for musicians marked the start of a new era where rock stars could finally admit they need therapy—because, let’s face it, 'living the dream' is often just code for 'having a breakdown on stage.'. Fact: The music industry’s motto: 'Rock and roll is great, but have you tried therapy?'.
• Headline: When a Co-op Board Misbehaves. Impact: When co-op boards misbehave, it leads to an ever-growing community of disgruntled shareholders who bond over shared grievances, ultimately forming a secret society of eye-rollers at board meetings.. Fact: Co-op board meetings could double as reality shows, where the drama is real and the stakes are... whatever the rent is this month..