In this piece, staff writer Carson Crenshaw tackles American Electoral Reform. Acknowledging psychological — rather than institutional — barriers to voting, as well as low turnout rates, Carson outlines the benefits of a ranked-choice voting system.

In this article, staff writer Tori Frahm investigates the rise of Christian nationalism and its implications on political and civic discourse.

In this article, staff writer Hannah Jackson analyzes the U.S. Constitution, focusing on the Originalist and Living Constitution frameworks.

In this article, staff writer Mare Gandarela dives into the role of social media in the war in Ukraine. Through an interview and research, she highlights the importance of staying engaged, informed, and involved through these uncertain times. Ukraine deserves democracy. Read about how you can help from outside the war front.

In this article, staff writer Catherine McHugh tackles the issue of Taiwan, all of the uncertainty around China’s intentions, and whether or not the United States is ready to face this challenge.

In recent weeks, there has been vast public outcry against the controversial “Don’t Say Gay” bill recently signed into law by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. However, few have found viable solutions outside of the legal realm. In this piece, staff writer Jaden Bernard explores the possibility of capitalist activism by the Disney corporation and its effects on the unpopular legislation.

In her article, staff writer Carson Crenshaw formulates a comparison between the necessary conditions of state-ruling as suggested by Machiavelli's seminal work The Prince and the contemporary obstruction of reality encouraged by the idolization of political actors. How can we experience the truth of politics without falling victim to the generated appearances of our representatives?

In this article, staff writer Hannah Jackson explores the philosophical underpinnings surrounding the COVID-19 vaccine and provides thoughtful ideas involving the ethics of vaccination in a world divided by personal philosophies regarding bodily autonomy.

In this article, staff writer Catherine McHugh tackles the wave of bans on teaching critical race theory, the real motivations behind these bans, and what it means for American teachers and students.

Where is Q? What is Q? Who is Q? In his article, staff writer Colin Fogarty examines the rise and current threat of the popular online conspiracy theory QAnon. He highlights the significant issues with QAnon and its international reach while looking at solutions to our QAnon problems.

In this article, staff writer Catherine McHugh tackles the Pandora Papers leak, and its implications for the United States. She explores how the world’s wealthiest hide their money in American tax havens, and offers three policy solutions to address this problem.

In this piece, staff writer Jaden Bernard discusses the various eccentricities in the Texas Heartbeat Bill and how they may affect reproductive rights in the future from a legal and ethical perspective.

In this article, staff writer Kishan Kalaria investigates Congress's flawed approach to Big Tech hearings. He discusses the roots of the problem in congressional tech education and emotion-driven questioning as well as steps Congress should take moving forward.

Higher education is more accessible than ever. However, systemic racism continues to play a role both in the admissions process and throughout the college years of black students on campus. In this article, staff writer Mare Gandarela explores the efforts university’s around the country have undergone to ameliorate racial bias on campus — have they truly been effective? Or is there a deeper truth that needs to be addressed?

In this article, staff writer Hannah Jackson explores the juxtaposition between Thomas Jefferson’s Declaration of Sentiments and Elizabeth Cady Stanton’s Declaration of Sentiments. The contrasting reception and influence are analyzed through a historical context rooted in women’s inequality.

In his article, staff writer Colin Fogarty examines the new Australia-United King-United States agreement and what it means for the future of US policy in the Indo-Pacific. He highlights three major policy questions that the United States still needs to answer for the AUKUS deal to succeed and what that response could look like.

In this article staff writer Carson Crenshaw highlights the importance of voting during Virginia’s off-year elections. Aside from the gubernatorial campaigns which often garner national attention, the ballot also hosts political contenders from local constituencies. In her article, the implications of these elections are seen to have vast and direct consequences on our immediate communities.