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As politicians battle over the adoption of the Equal Rights Amendment, what lessons can we learn from the women who fought for their right to vote 100-years ago and wrote the ERA? (graphic by Jessica Tapia)

Have we forgotten what the Equal Rights Amendment truly means?

February 28, 2020

Does Trump’s impeachment trial set a dangerous precedent for our nation’s future?

Will history judge President Trump’s impeachment trial as an indictment on his record and the surge of American populism, or as precedent further normalizing the political dominance of the executive branch and divisive partisanship? (graphic by Jessica Tapia)

Joey Weslo, General Assignment Reporter

February 21, 2020

Artist and Mexican folklorist Jade Nava demonstrates establishing Mexican identity through ancestral folk stories. Artists gathered at the Burning Bush art gallery in Wheaton, in an event hosted by Immigrant Solidarity DuPage, to discuss the influences of Frida Kahlo on their art and the enduring relevance of her revolutionary political spirit (photo by Gabriela Hernandez Chico)

What would Frida do? (Don’t misunderstand her political message)

November 29, 2019

How Far Can Celebrities Go With Political Endorsements?

Karla Villegas Pineda, Opinion Editor

October 9, 2019

Celebrities are entitled to opinions in the same way any other individual is. However, they especially have a responsibility to be mindful of their words and actions because their fame inspires political activism.

Why is the Amazon rainforest really burning?

The increased burning and deforestation of the Amazon represents a global problem. With the rise of populist rhetoric hindering diplomatic solutions, could the flames represent a new reality to a changing international order? (graphic by: Jessica Tapia)

Joey Weslo, General Assignment Reporter

September 6, 2019

Young LGBT Americans score higher on political engagement surveys.
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Young LGBT Americans are more politically engaged than the rest of Generation Z

July 1, 2019

Feeling numb to the News? :Overcoming desensitization in the media

May 8, 2019

College of DuPage Interim President Brian Caputo -

How will Illinois’ raised minimum wage affect student-aged workers?

May 2, 2019

A federal investigation uncovered how wealthy parents have bribed their children’s way into prestigious and highly-selective schools, like Georgetown University (pictured). Their illegal practices bring to light the numerous legal maneuverings the wealthy use to ensure back-door entrance into elite institutions, disadvantaging deserving, less-affluent student applicants

Should the college admissions scandal make me angry?

March 22, 2019

Did former Trustee Deanne Mazzochi’s decision to hold off her resignation help smoothen the transition process, or did it increase polarization amongst the COD Board?

Why wasn’t public input sought in COD Board of Trustees’ new appointment?

March 6, 2019

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