by Melinda Huang | Jul 5, 2023 | Article, Education, Politics, Youth Voice
Pleasant weather, picturesque beaches, and vibrant farmers’ markets have characterized my upbringing in the City of Palo Alto. I am fortunate to call this city my home. Amidst these luxuries, the aspect that resonates most deeply with my parents and me is the...
by Asha Mehta | Jun 30, 2023 | Article, Education, Politics
Afghanistan. Myanmar. And now, Ukraine. The past few years have had no shortage of national and global disasters, and it makes perfect sense that we feel somewhat lost in how to help out with a war going on across the world. A lot of people have turned to social media...
by Connor Chin | Jun 30, 2023 | Article, Education, Politics, Youth Voice
I represent the teens and youth in Palo Alto, and the wider Bay Area, who hold conservative values. We are a silent minority, and oftentimes you may not see our political views and social values. We are the people who sit next to you, who enjoy boba and lunch...
by Owen Yeh-Lee | Jun 30, 2023 | Article, Education, Politics, Youth Voice
I turn 18 years old this fall. Alongside many other young people across America, the 2024 elections will be the first time that I am eligible to vote. Ever since I was a kid, I eagerly awaited the chance to drop my very own ballot into a box and play my role as a tiny...
by Olivia Chiang | Jun 10, 2023 | Education, Newsletter, Youth Voice
We are thrilled to bring your attention to the rapidly approaching submission deadline for Let’s Talk Unite’s first-ever “The Future is Now” editorial competition. With only a limited time remaining, we urge all PA students and residents to...
by Olivia Chiang | May 6, 2023 | Article, Education, Money, Politics
History of Student Debt In the modern world, automation makes earning a living wage nearly impossible for those without an advanced degree. College graduates today are earning eighty percent more than individuals with just a high school diploma (1). United States...
