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Politics is often seen as something we read about in the news or watch on TV, something that only happens in government offices. Most people I’ve met do not even show interest in politics or register to vote, as if it does not affect or concern them. But for many […]

College is supposed to open doors. For a lot of students, including myself, it opens the possibility of getting into long-term debt and financial stress. Student Debt has become one of the biggest policy issues in the United States because it affects millions of people trying to build a future […]

Policing is an important issue in New York City because it affects how safe, comfortable, and connected people feel in their communities. Growing up in NYC, policing is something that I have always been aware of because police officers are present almost everywhere on subways, in schools, on the streets, […]

When you have been queuing for hours in the blazing sun and are extremely thirsty but have forgotten to bring water with you, a kind-hearted volunteer offers you a bottle of water. This sounds like a simple little thing, right? But nowadays, it’s not like that. In some parts of […]

For many students today, going to college is not only an educational goal but also a financial challenge. The cost of higher education has increased significantly over the years, and many students must rely on student loans or financial aid to pay for tuition, books, housing, and other expenses. This […]

For the last year, many people throughout the USA have been protesting about the war in Gaza and Palestine. Some took part in marches, held placards or spoke at colleges and public events. Some people said some protests went too far, or made people feel unsafe. This meant the government […]

In everybody’s life, there’s always some type of democracy in our lives that we encounter. Choosing prompt number 1, everyday politics, has a major impact on many people’s lives that are also caused by them themselves. Everyday politics in my opinion is very important due to the fact that it’s […]

A lot of people grow up hearing that college is the key to a better future. We are told that if we work hard, stay focused, and get an education, we can build a stable life for ourselves and our families. But what people do not talk about enough is […]

The affordable housing crisis has been a real issue that has affected the lives of many New York City residents in recent years, making it difficult for many people—including independent students, working families, and immigrants, to find secure and affordable places to live. In this American Government course, we have […]

The banning of books in schools and libraries has been a recurrent topic of discussion throughout the United States. Parents, school boards, legislators, and even students themselves remain divided on whether or not children and adolescents should be exposed to specific books. Whereas some people support the removal of such […]