There has been debate over whether or not Senator Cory Booker’s record-breaking speech was a positive, impactful move. Booker is a Democrat representing the state of New Jersey, and he spoke on the Senate...
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Last Monday and Tuesday, Cory Booker broke racist Strom Thurmond’s former record...
Impatience is often seen as the province of youth. The tendency to be restless, whether in one’s personal life or political engagement, is something many in my generation experience on a daily basis....
When I think of what is needed to be in any political position, the first things that come to my mind are experience, integrity, and compassion. Farah Lillian Emeka, OC ’97, who has stepped up to run...
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Has your opinion on the necessity for being politically engaged and vocal changed since the Trump administration took power in January?
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I really enjoyed the Hands Off Rally. Being with like-minded people always helps mitigate feeling overwhelmed and powerless
With that said, I walked home wishing that there was something I could do that...
At Oberlin College, there is a commitment to providing a space for students of all backgrounds, and many Black women experience this environment as one that values our presence and contributions. Oberlin’s...
Recently, various political commentators have speculated that U.S. President Donald Trump’s unprecedented tariff policy could have greater negative political repercussions than anything else so far in...
Farah Lillian Emeka, OC ’97, believes in justice that is accessible to all, a sentiment sadly lacking in today’s world.
She is a seasoned attorney with over 20 years of legal experience in various...
Last Friday, on March 28th, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed Senate Bill 1, titled the “Advance Ohio Higher Education Act,” into law. Scheduled to go into effect 90 days after DeWine’s signature,...
It’s been over two months since the new administration took control of our government. How are you feeling about it? Have you seen the vast improvements to your everyday life that we were all promised...
Obies for Undocumented Inclusion demands Oberlin College:
Revitalize and disseminate the Immigration and Customs Enforcement Procedure with Oberlin College students, staff, and faculty.
Train all existing...