Not on the Fence: The Role of Centrism in American Politics“Get off the fence, and pick a side.”May 3, 2021May 3, 2021
2020: Fact or Fiction?A year and a half ago, I was sitting in my AP Biology class learning about organelles within cells. We learned about the mitochondria…Apr 12, 2021Apr 12, 2021
Teenage Girl Goes on Pretend Graham Norton Show“I swear,” I said with a bright smile, speaking to the audience, guests, and Graham, “that’s exactly what happened.” I fiddled with my…Apr 2, 2021Apr 2, 2021
We Don’t Care If You Wear Skinny Jeans (They’re gonna become trendy in three years anyways)As a 14-year-old, I spend an unreasonable amount of time on social media. I mean, probably the same amount as any other teenager in the…Mar 26, 2021Mar 26, 2021
The Evolution of Political Skits on SNL Through the YearsOn October 11, 1975, George Carlin would first walk through the Studio 8H door as the host of the newest show to air on NBC: Saturday…Mar 15, 2021Mar 15, 2021
The Day We All Wore Crop Tops: My High School’s Dress Code RebellionA friend and I started a Feminist Union Club during our junior year at our high school with inspiration from our English teacher. We spent…Mar 8, 20211Mar 8, 20211
In Case You Forgot, Science is RealIt was a traditional Midwestern January day—cold, snowy, and gray—and I was sitting in my room after school pretending to read King Lear…Feb 26, 2021Feb 26, 2021
My formal apology to Taylor Swift: A hate letter to the patriarchyLike many 2000s kids, I grew up listening to Taylor Swift. Her lyrics were G-Rated enough for my mom to play in the car, and the melodies…Feb 20, 2021Feb 20, 2021
Wishing you health, prosperity, and an end to anti-Asian racism this Lunar New Year!Growing up, I loved getting my red envelopes and sweets for Lunar New Year. I wanted to buy a mood ring, a Britney Spears CD, and a…Feb 16, 2021Feb 16, 2021
