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Politics Rundown: California passes legislation and US aids Ukraine

Politics Rundown: California passes legislation and US aids Ukraine
Gov. Gavin Newsom introduces multiple pieces of legislation and the US prepares to send $1.1 billion in aid to Ukraine.
Dalet Valles, Editor-in-Chief September 28, 2022

Over the course of the month, Gov. Gavin Newsom has moved to sign multiple bills into action. On Sept. 5, Newsom signed a bill to improve worker conditions and raise fast food workers' minimum wage to $22 an hour.  “Today’s action gives hard working fast-food workers a stronger voice and seat...

“Joker” is a controversial cinematic masterpiece

Though the "Joker" featuring Joaquin Phoenix is riddled with controversy, it is a spectacular film.
Joaquin Phoenix and Todd Phillips produce prominent work, but not without criticism from the public.
Chris Baeza, Freelance Writer October 8, 2019

Amid one of the most anticipated releases of the year, "Joker" was riddled with controversy. While many looked forward to an origin story for the Clown Prince of Crime, some Americans are still traumatized by the latest film that focused on the iconic villain. On the opening night of the biggest box...

U.S. expands secret wars in Africa

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Increased interventions on the continent threatens democracy and public accountability.
Justin Yun, Writer May 10, 2016
Increased interventions on the continent threatens democracy and public accountability.