NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Full News Archive

• Headline: Unpacking China's Propaganda and Peng Shuai. Impact: China's struggle with the Peng Shuai incident has set off a domino effect that has led to increased scrutiny of its human rights record worldwide. Who would've thought a tennis player’s tweet could shake the foundations of a global superpower?. Fact: It's almost as if the Chinese government thinks that pretending problems don't exist will make them go away. Spoiler alert: it doesn't..
• Headline: Noncitizen Voting Legislation in NYC. Impact: Allowing noncitizens to vote in local elections could eventually lead to a radical shift in political power dynamics across the U.S. Imagine a world where the voices of everyone—legal residents included—are heard. What a concept!. Fact: New York City is known for its diversity, but the idea of letting noncitizens vote is still as controversial as pineapple on pizza. Let's hope they don't bring that debate to the ballot box!.
• Headline: ‘Once We’re Gone, We’re Not Coming Back’. Impact: The struggle of the 151-year-old family farm in Nebraska highlights the challenges facing small farmers today, potentially leading to a resurgence in the local food movement. Who knows, it might inspire a new generation of backyard gardeners with dreams of sustainability!. Fact: Farms like this one may not be coming back, but if you think about it, they’ve been around longer than most modern conveniences—like Wi-Fi and avocado toast!.