by Shirley Zheng ‘21 As COVID-19 continues to spread rapidly in the United States, the College Board and ACT have recently made the decision to cancel all SAT and ACT testing until June. This puts many juniors, who are losing three possible opportunities to take the tests, at a disadvantage for college admissions next fall. The SAT and ACT weigh … Read More
by Julia Robins ’20 The biggest critique of environmental protections and regulations on business, according to many Republicans, is that limiting pollutants costs money, hurting the economy and American jobs. With the coronavirus epidemic devastating the economy, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under Trump’s Administration seems to be taking advantage of the Coronavirus outbreak to further an agenda to repeal … Read More
by Jenna Bloom ’21 Maryland’s governor Larry Hogan (R) is the second most popular governor in the nation. With a 70-percent approval rate, it’s uncommon for democratic-leaning state to love their republican governor so much. Historically, Maryland is one of the most blue states in the country. Since 1960, Maryland has only voted Republican in 3 landslide elections. These stats … Read More
by Hannah Lee ’21 Johnny Depp is a well known figure in Hollywood best known as Captain Jack Sparrow in the franchise “Pirates of the Caribbean”. In 2018, producers fired Depp from his role amid abuse allegations made by his former wife Amber Heard. These allegations were one of the top scandals at the time and Depp’s career suffered greatly … Read More
Since 2012, Montgomery County has taxed plastic bag use in retail stores. Despite this, there are still many counties in Maryland and the U.S. that do not utilize this tax. However, this year, statewide plastic bag laws will be enforced in New York, Maine, Vermont, and Oregon, with Delaware and Connecticut joining in 2021. This movement has been gaining momentum … Read More
by Jonah Sachs ’20 America divided: this simple and powerful phrase describes the current state of American politics throughout the country. After President Donald Trump’s first four years in office, many citizens are tired of the policies and actions of the administration. Now, in 2020, only two Democratic candidates are left standing in the race for the nomination, and, much … Read More
by Erica Kuhlmann ’22 The Supreme Court heard arguments on January 29 for Espinoza v. Montana Department of Revenue, a case that could potentially change the American public school system for the worse. The state constitution of Montana has long prohibited the allocation of taxpayer money to fund private religious schools. However, in 2015, the Montana legislature passed a bill … Read More
by Apurva Mahajan ‘22 Coronavirus disease is a new strain of a respiratory disease first seen in Wuhan, China, and has continued to spread internationally, causing a mass panic among people all over the world. Since the disease originated in China, people have been openly harsh and even racist to East Asians, as if they are the ones to blame … Read More
by Eve Schlegel ‘20 Some activists, parents, and others are currently disputing new legislation proposed by the county board that expands the School Resource Officer Program, which adds more police officers to schools. According to a WTOP article, many speakers opposed to this legislation gave their opinions to county council members at a council meeting on January 21. “For many parents, … Read More
by Adina Brenner ’20 The year has just begun and for many this beginning signifies the start of award show season; a time full of excitement and anticipation for both celebrities and fans. Just last weekend, millions of people across the country tuned in to watch their favorite musicians have the chance to be recognized for their achievements in the … Read More