by Olivia Chiang | Mar 4, 2025 | Article, Politics
“In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy […] the Assistance of Counsel for his defence.” – The U.S. Constitution, The Sixth Amendment (U.S. Constitution 1787) Among a number of rights, the Sixth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution guarantees the...
by Olivia Chiang | Jun 10, 2023 | Article, Politics, Religion
The tumultuous economic climate of the Great Depression, coupled with the cultural conservatism of the Republican Party, served as a catalyst for a dramatic party realignment in the national United States government: notably, the rise of Catholics as an indispensable...
by Olivia Chiang | Apr 17, 2023 | Article, Politics, Religion, Youth Voice
Despite his lewd Access Hollywood tape, eighteen sexual assault allegations, and infidelity, former president Donald Trump enjoys the unwavering support of American Christians. In the 2020 presidential election, Trump secured votes from 81% of White Evangelicals, the...
by Olivia Chiang | Apr 17, 2023 | Article, Politics, Youth Voice
The current system of Congressional representation is dysfunctional. As of August 2022, only 22% of the American public approve of Congress, and with good reason. The method of Congressional election alone is problematic—our electoral system fails to protect...
