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HEADLINES ON June 11, 2022
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- Headline: Cabinet's Discussions on Trump's Removal. Impact: If Trump had been ousted via the 25th Amendment, perhaps the butterfly effect would have led to a world where reality TV stars stick to reality TV, and politicians actually know how to govern. Or maybe we’d still be arguing over who gets to be on Mount Rushmore.. Fact: Did you know that the 25th Amendment was originally designed for situations like presidential incapacity, but it seems to have turned into the ultimate political game of hot potato?.
- Headline: The Unpaid Internship Dilemma Today. Impact: The unpaid internship problem led to a surge in college students turning to YouTube for financial advice, resulting in a generation of aspiring influencers who think 'financial planner' means 'person who has a good Wi-Fi connection.'. Fact: Fun fact: The term 'intern' originally referred to a doctor in training, not someone who fetches coffee and makes PowerPoints for free. But hey, who doesn't love a good coffee run?.
- Headline: Biden's 2024 Run in Question. Impact: If Biden decides against running in 2024, we may witness a wild scramble reminiscent of a Black Friday sale, with candidates trampling each other for the Democratic nomination and possibly leading to another reality TV star in office. Because why not?. Fact: Rumor has it that if you whisper 'Biden 2024' three times in front of a mirror, a Democratic strategist will appear and offer you a job in the campaign..
- Headline: Here’s What You Need to Know About America’s Super-Hot Inflation. Impact: Super-hot inflation might just be the reason why people start hoarding more toilet paper, thus leading to a renaissance in bathroom humor and a resurgence in 2020s memes about scarcity. Hooray for creativity in crisis!. Fact: Did you know that inflation is just the economy's way of reminding you that your money has the same purchasing power as a wet napkin? Enjoy!.
- Headline: Why Students Are Choosing H.B.C.U.s: ‘4 Years Being Seen as Family’. Impact: The rise of H.B.C.U.s might lead to a future where college students actually feel like they belong somewhere, which could spark a nationwide campaign for better mental health resources or, at the very least, a solid TikTok dance challenge.. Fact: It’s fascinating that H.B.C.U.s have been around since before the Civil Rights Movement, but it took a Black president for some people to realize they existed. Better late than never, right?.