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Day 5 at the Commission on the Status of Women

Phoebe Warren Mar 18, 2018

Our final day at the 62nd Commission on the Status of Women was rather calmer than the prior four – the majority of official business had wrapped up for the week and there were fewer available side-events. I still had the chance to attend…
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Day 4 at the Commission on the Status of Women

Phoebe Warren Mar 17, 2018

At this point in the week, early mornings and late nights have become a routine – one that I rather enjoy, in fact. The knowledge that, upon waking up every day, I await any number of new experiences and connections at the United Nations…
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Day 3 at the Commission on the Status of Women

Phoebe Warren Mar 15, 2018

After half a week of 12+ hour days at or near the United Nations headquarters, our delegation is getting tired but we are all so enthusiastic about being here that our fatigue matters very little. Our third day at CSW62 brought our second…
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Day 2 at the Commission on the Status of Women

Phoebe Warren Mar 14, 2018

One of the most rewarding components of the annual IRSAM trip to the Commission on the Status of Women is the well-planned visits to various Permanent Missions to the United Nations. Our delegation this year will have the opportunity to…
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Day 1 at the Commission on the Status of Women

Phoebe Warren Mar 13, 2018

Upon waking up at the crack of dawn to prepare for the first day of the Commission on the Status of Women at United Nations Headquarters, the McGill delegation headed straight to the UN Pass and ID Office. Delegation organizer Stevan…
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The 62nd Commission on the Status of Women: An Introduction

Phoebe Warren Mar 12, 2018

This is the first article in a week-long series on the International Relations Students’ Association of McGill (IRSAM) delegation trip to the 62nd Commission on the Status of Women at United Nations Headquarters in New York City from the…
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This Election Is A Nightmare

Phoebe Warren Apr 7, 2016

Hi folks, I’m back after a coursework-induced break (which will resume again next week for a few days). To be honest, I’m at a bit of a loss as to where to begin with election news. There’s so much going on that I couldn’t possibly cover…
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#ToneDownForWhat: Come On Hillary, Step It Up

Phoebe Warren Mar 30, 2016

After Bernie Sanders’ sweep of the West Coast earlier this week, Hillary Clinton has come under fire. With the April 19th primary in New York looming, Clinton is hesitant to engage in another debate with Sanders in the state of her former…
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How Will Brussels Attacks Influence the US Election?

Phoebe Warren Mar 26, 2016

The Daesh-led terrorist attacks in Brussels, Belgium have caused worldwide panic, with 34 deaths and 330 injuries according to the latest updates from the BBC. Since the November 2015 attacks in Paris, Public Radio International reports…
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RNC HQ: All Hands On Deck

Phoebe Warren Mar 20, 2016

After the fallout from Marco Rubio ending his campaign, the Republican National Committee and Reince Priebus have been revving up their efforts to block Donald Trump from becoming the GOP nominee. From the beginning of his campaign, the RNC…
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Drowning in the Rubiocon

Phoebe Warren Mar 16, 2016

Last night was a big deal. On the off chance that you haven’t heard, Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton swept the field during what was referred to as “Super Tuesday 2”. On the Republican side, Trump won in Illinois, Missouri, North Carolina,…
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Unconventional Conventions?

Phoebe Warren Mar 13, 2016

At the end of each of my posts I include a countdown until the general election. It’s easy to write off this number as it is still in the hundreds. However, much sooner dates are those of the 2016 Republican & Democratic National…
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Bernie & the Great Lakes State

Phoebe Warren Mar 10, 2016

Welcome back from Reading Week! This is a short post as I am sick with the flu, but I had to comment quickly on my thoughts after the events of this week. In an unexpected upset, Bernie Sanders won the Michigan primary on March 8th with…
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Super Tuesday Fallout

Phoebe Warren Mar 4, 2016

Hi all, hope you’re having a great Reading Week wherever you are in the world. I’ve been in Edinburgh, Scotland for the past week. I woke up to the Super Tuesday results on March 2nd here in Edinburgh - due to the five hour time difference,…
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The Donald (Unfortunately) Reigns Supreme

Phoebe Warren Feb 24, 2016

It pains me to write yet another post about Donald Trump but it must be done. Frankly, the time has come that we officially cannot ignore the real possibility that he may end up being the Republican nominee. Last night Donald J. Trump…
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The Real Race is Here

Phoebe Warren Feb 22, 2016

Saturday night was important for Republican South Carolinians and Democratic Nevadans, as their parties held their respective primary election and caucuses. I initially did a double-take when looking at the schedule - it seemed odd to me…
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Farewell Jeb(!)

Phoebe Warren Feb 21, 2016

Just a quick post - I will publish a piece on the Nevada & South Carolina results tomorrow but for now I come bearing unfortunate news. We all knew this day would come one day but it is still a sad one. In light of his poor performance…
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Human Rights and Human Empathy: A Review of the “Canada on the Global Stage” Conference

Phoebe Warren Feb 19, 2016

Last week, McGill hosted the "Canada on the Global Stage" conference. Friday's programming consisted of two sections - a keynote speech entitled “Making Up for a Lost Decade: What Should the New Government Do?” by NDP Spokesperson on…
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Insight on the Issues: Illegal Immigration

Phoebe Warren Feb 18, 2016

This is the second post in a series called “Insight on the Issues” in which I will examine one specific issue in American politics and give each candidate’s stance. I will periodically do these posts but with no particular schedule so keep…
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The Ultimate Republican Debate

Phoebe Warren Feb 15, 2016

The Republican debate this past Saturday night took place in Greenville, South Carolina and was hosted by CBSN. It was, without a doubt, the most vitriolic debate thus far and definitely the most exciting. Now that the pack of candidates…
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New Hampshire Primary Results – What Now?

Phoebe Warren Feb 10, 2016

Well, we can officially count on not hearing about New Hampshire for the next four years! The first place winners of last night’s New Hampshire Primary were not surprising. Bernie Sanders (60.4% of Democrats) and Donald Trump (35.3% of…
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Expat Elector Weekly Roundup #7

Phoebe Warren Feb 8, 2016

Here is the weekly roundup of the top five most important stories of the week in the US election as well as any upcoming local events here in Montreal or the surrounding area if you want to get involved with the election right here in…
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Post-Caucus Complications (and a Bernie Bros Rant)

Phoebe Warren Feb 4, 2016

We all knew that the Iowa Caucuses would be important, but did any of us expect this much drama from Iowa? Land of corn and happy pigs? February 1st marked an important step towards the finish line, albeit still a far-away finish line.…
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Iowa Caucuses TONIGHT!

Phoebe Warren Feb 1, 2016

Quick post but I had to write about this important event! That’s right folks, the Iowa caucuses will take place this evening across the state. Iowan voters are lining up in front of the caucusing locations as I type. What is a caucus, you…
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Expat Elector Weekly Roundup #6

Phoebe Warren Jan 24, 2016

Expat Voting – A How To Guide

Phoebe Warren Jan 20, 2016

Today I was beyond excited to find the most important envelope I’ve ever received in my mailbox - my first ever Presidential primary ballot. As I turned 18 in 2014, I was unable to vote in the 2012 election. 2016 will mark my first…
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The 4th Democratic Debate & Sad O’Malley

Phoebe Warren Jan 19, 2016

The fourth Democratic debate took place this past Sunday, January 17th in Charleston, South Carolina. Candidates Hillary Clinton, Bernie Sanders, and Martin O’Malley took the stage for two hours to discuss a variety of issues ranging from…
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State of the Union Address – What Comes Next?

Phoebe Warren Jan 15, 2016

This past Tuesday night, President Obama delivered his final State of the Union address to the entire nation. For those of you who aren't familiar with this address, take a look at this informative website produced by the US House of…
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The Expat Elector in 2016

Phoebe Warren Jan 10, 2016

Welcome to 2016 readers! It is officially an election year. Within the next twelve months, we will have a new President of the United States. If you are feeling at all similar to the way I do, this is more terrifying than exciting…
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Fifth Republican Debate Wrap-Up

Phoebe Warren Dec 19, 2015

Quick post here! The fifth and most recent Republican Debate was held this past Tuesday night in Las Vegas, Nevada. Hosted by CNN, this debate focused on national security, though it seems a little silly to have a debate with this focus as…
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A Politician-Led War on Islam?

Phoebe Warren Dec 11, 2015

American politicians from both the right and left often talk about the “War on Christianity” as justification for their social policies. Those who complain about their rights being infringed cite the first amendment to the U.S. Constitution…
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The Jig Is Up, Trump

Phoebe Warren Dec 10, 2015

I’m back! I apologize for my brief hiatus due to being extremely busy with school but I’m back now. A lot has happened in my absence, particularly manifesting itself in a golden-headed man. During a speech at a South Carolina rally on 7…
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Is Donald Trump A White Supremacist?

Phoebe Warren Nov 27, 2015

It’s easy to joke about Donald Trump’s bizarre statements - they’re so outlandish that it is hard to believe anyone could possibly believe something so offensive. However, pundits have been weighing in recently about whether this rhetoric…
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Expat Elector Weekly Roundup #5

Phoebe Warren Nov 23, 2015

Thoughts on the Refugee Crisis and Republicans

Phoebe Warren Nov 20, 2015

This post is a little all over the place - it had served as a way for me to vent some frustration. The first part provides some basic information on the refugee program in the United States and then a bit of context to the current political…
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Expat Elector Weekly Roundup #4

Phoebe Warren Nov 16, 2015

Democratic Debate Live Tweets & Thoughts

Phoebe Warren Nov 15, 2015

Last night I watched the Democratic Debate at Hurley's Irish Pub with Democrat's Abroad McGill. Here are a few thoughts and live Tweets that I had during the debate. Bernie says he is running a political revolution in his introduction.…
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4th Republican Debate: Who “Won”?

Phoebe Warren Nov 12, 2015

Tuesday night’s Republican debate, co-hosted by the Fox Business Network and Wall Street Journal, focused on the American economy. As Republicans see themselves as the party of economic responsibility, the candidates came prepared with…
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Insight on the Issues: Marijuana

Phoebe Warren Nov 10, 2015

This is the first post in a series called “Insight on the Issues” in which I will examine one specific issue in American politics and give each candidate’s stance. I will periodically do these posts but with no particular schedule so keep…
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Expat Elector Weekly Roundup #3

Phoebe Warren Nov 9, 2015

What in the World is Going On With Ben Carson?

Phoebe Warren Nov 6, 2015

Okay so to be honest, I don’t even know where to start with this one because there is so much to write about. Dr. Ben Carson, Republican candidate for President of the United States of America and noted former neurosurgeon at John Hopkins…
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Polls: Should You Trust Them?

Phoebe Warren Nov 3, 2015

In the past few days there have been a number of stories about who is polling the highest, who is trailing in the numbers, who should drop out of the race due to their polling. The Expat Elector is here to discuss the problems with polling…
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Expat Elector Weekly Roundup #2

Phoebe Warren Nov 1, 2015

Politics are Scary: Campaign Halloween Costumes

Phoebe Warren Oct 31, 2015

Whether you are a Republican, a Democrat, or not an American citizen, one thing that we can all agree on is that picking out a Halloween costume can be difficult, especially if it’s last minute. We have all had our fair share of terrible…
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Three C’s: Chafee, Carson, and Canvassing

Phoebe Warren Oct 27, 2015

I apologize for my absence - something came up right as I was about to post this past Sunday so I missed my Weekly Roundup post! But that’s alright, we’ll move on. After it was recently revealed from Federal Election Commission receipts…
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Candidates in Flux

Phoebe Warren Oct 21, 2015

It's been an interesting 24 hours for those following the 2016 elections.
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Expat Elector Weekly Roundup #1

Phoebe Warren Oct 18, 2015

This marks my first of what will hopefully be many weekly roundups. I hope to write a post every Sunday summing up the top five most important stories of the week (in my opinion, of course) in the US election as well as any upcoming local…
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Democratic Debate Madness

Phoebe Warren Oct 15, 2015

Tuesday night’s Democratic debate sponsored by CNN was interesting, to say the least. Yours truly was unfortunately flying back from Atlanta during the debate but I have since caught up with what happened and let me tell you, it was pretty…
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Election 2016: Roll Call

Phoebe Warren Oct 10, 2015

WARNING: This is a long post. Blame the number of candidates running for President, not me!
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The Expat Elector: An Introduction

Phoebe Warren Oct 5, 2015

“Every four years in the presidential election, some new precedent is broken.” - Nate Silver
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