Social Issues
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Follow my blog with Bloglovin A Wall Is Never Just a Wall In the heart of Brownsville, Brooklyn, a mural titled “We Are, I Am” stretches across the side of the Marcus Garvey Apartments. Vibrant hues of purple and gold frame images of a community in motion: a young woman speaks into a megaphone, a
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As we celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day today, it’s not just a day for remembrance—it’s a reminder of the work still to be done to create a more just and compassionate world. Dr. King’s message of equality, justice, and community is as relevant today as it was in the 1960s. This day, traditionally observed
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The Rising Tide of Misinformation As the 2024 election fades into history, America finds itself at a turning point, reckoning with the enduring challenges of its political landscape. Primarily among them is the pervasiveness of misinformation and its disproportionate impact on youth voters. For a generation increasingly defined by digital connectivity, the rise of fake
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In the shimmering world of social media, where trends rise and fall, one movement has begun to carve out a significant space in the lives of young women: the “#TradWife” movement. Short for “traditional wife,” this lifestyle choice favors the return to traditional gender roles, where women find fulfillment in homemaking, child-rearing, and supporting their
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The prevalence of traditional literary classics in high school English education reveals a static approach that underprepares students for contemporary writing demands. While the classics offer literary insight, an overemphasis on analysis neglects versatile writing and critical thinking skills crucial in modern communication. Urgent reforms are needed to foster literacy and writing proficiency, rekindle passion…
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I’m sure you’ve all heard of the worries surrounding Generation Alpha. This youngest generation is growing up in a world where social media, technology, and consumer culture are shaping their lives in ways we’ve never seen before. One of the most alarming trends is the increasing presence of these young kids in places like Sephora,
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