A Sparse Divide and Miles Apart: The Reality of the Political Division on Immigration Policy
The aftermath of Title 42’s end deepened the social controversy regarding immigration policy and since then, political polarization on the issue has only increased. Ever since, American immigration policy has been left in disarray; migrant arrivals continue to rise and candidate platforms grow more disunited on immigration gearing up for the November election.
Perilous Passageways: African Migration to Europe
Despite the known risks, immigrants continue to attempt the journey from Africa to Europe every day. The last 15 years have seen a dramatic increase in African migrants trying to make it to Europe. These facts beg the question; if the path is so dangerous, why do they continue to go?
Politics Lurk in the Shadows of Upcoming FIFA Women’s World Cup
Despite claims that sports and politics don’t mix, football seems to be an increasingly prominent feature of global governance. The 2022 FIFA World Cup was a glaring example of sportswashing– the use of sports to enhance reputation or influence. Some of football’s biggest club teams are financed by sovereign wealth funds or energy drink companies, while the sport’s biggest stars are plying their trade in the Saudi Pro League. The trend of state-sponsored politicization seems to be spreading to the women’s game; concerns are being raised ahead of this summer’s 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, held in Australia and New Zealand.
Dictatorship in Hungary Raises Serious Questions about EU and NATO Membership
The Hungarian Parliament has given Prime Minister Victor Orbán dictatorial power. The EU and NATO must reexamine Hungarian membership.
How the Developing World is Coping with COVID-19: The Case of Bolivia
Developing countries have been largely omitted from the pandemic’s media narrative. The case of Bolivia demonstrates how a lack of healthcare and economic aid contributes to an even larger disparity between the developing and developed world.
How COVID-19 is Affecting the Sex Work Industry
Sex work provides income for over 42 million people worldwide. However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this “close-contact” profession is now banned, rendering many distraught, unemployed, and at high risk of contraction of the virus.
COVID-19 in The Philippines: The Case Against A Dangerously Inadequate Response
Rodrigo Duterte’s zero tolerance policy for illegal substances already has many frightened for their lives. Now, the circumstances of COVID-19 are giving Duterte room to broaden his regime of cruelty.
Refugee Lives: Trauma, Celebrations, and Limbo
In 2011, the Syrian Civil War placed refugees on the global stage. Five years later, we only hear about refugees at campaign rallies. What is their situation today?
Blockchain: An Unlikely Advocate for Women
Despite global actions to reduce sexism, women are still seen as legally inferior in many countries. Can technology help combat this social injustice?