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Presidential Narcissism: Ego in the Empty Suit
Taking on a political position is sometimes referred to as moving into ‘service’, which entails a level of…
The “Airbnb Effect” on Affordable Housing
Despite Airbnb marketing itself as a home-sharing platform driven by people trying to make some extra cash, many…
American Voters and the Celebrity-in-Chief Fantasy
Because celebrity candidates lack conventional qualifications and often run on unclear platforms, their appeal may…
COVID-19 from a Public Health Perspective: An Interview…
There are many questions about COVID-19 and its impact on the world in terms of healthcare, politics, and life as…
Pandemic Economy: Recovery Expectations and Pivotal…
Despite gains during the past weeks, unemployment remains worse than the 2008 recession. With high debt to GDP…
Opinion | The US Pandemic Response Failed Workers; All…
This summer, I chose to return to my high school job as a Starbucks barista. The choice to take a summer job was…
Opinion | Atticus Finch Isn’t a Role Model,…
To Kill a Mockingbird should not be ignored simply because it is antiquated, but repurposed for a contemporary…
Free-Riders in NATO? Trump’s Rhetoric In US-German…
While the concept of collective defence is still relevant, Germany and the US's relationship involves much more…
An “Infodemic” of Disinformation Spreading…
Individuals who believe in disinformation may risk not only their lives but the lives of others. Critics have…
The Tiny Island at the Heart of US Military Policy in…
In the middle of the Indian Ocean lies Diego Garcia, the region’s bastion of American hegemony. As Chinese…
Norway’s Lessons for Canada: Justice System Reform
In 1938, a government-mandated investigation of the Canadian criminal justice system found the need for massive…
Canada, COVID-19, and Systemized Abuse of Temporary…
In response to the pandemic, migrant rights advocates have been active in drawing attention to the ongoing abuse of…