In California Schools, Palestinian History Is Off-Limits In California Schools, Palestinian History Is Off-Limits
After backlash from pro-Israel organizations, Santa Ana’s ethnic studies courses discussing Palestine were put on hold. “You’re asking us to erase a people off the face of the ear...
Nov 20, 2023 / StudentNation / Shaanth Nanguneri
Inside Brown University’s Sit-In for Palestine Inside Brown University’s Sit-In for Palestine
After occupying University Hall, all 20 protesters with Jews for Ceasefire Now were arrested and charged with trespassing. “These are kids. And this was a perfect example of a non...
Nov 17, 2023 / StudentNation / Nicholas Miller
Can Louisiana Use the Treasurer’s Office to Invest in the Working Class? Can Louisiana Use the Treasurer’s Office to Invest in the Working Class?
Dustin Granger sees the position as a potential antidote to Republican Governor-elect Jeff Landry, but the progressive candidate still faces an uphill battle in the upcoming Novem...
Nov 16, 2023 / StudentNation / Kennith Woods
Atlanta’s “Stop Cop City” Movement Is Youth-Led Democracy in Action Atlanta’s “Stop Cop City” Movement Is Youth-Led Democracy in Action
“When we can’t trust our leaders, regardless of political party, to exercise their power for our betterment, we the people have the power to do something about it.”
Nov 14, 2023 / StudentNation / Hunter Buchheit
With Abortion Winning on the Ballot, Will Republicans Double Down on a Failing Strategy? With Abortion Winning on the Ballot, Will Republicans Double Down on a Failing Strategy?
The GOP is increasingly ditching labels like “pro-life” and calling for abortion “limits” rather than bans. But some activists and state officials in Missouri continue to bet on t...
Nov 10, 2023 / StudentNation / Molly Morrow
“The Government Encourages the Settlers to Attack and Gives Them Permission to Kill Us” “The Government Encourages the Settlers to Attack and Gives Them Permission to Kill Us”
There’s been an epidemic of violence across the West Bank since October 7, as Palestinians have been increasingly targeted by Israeli settlers.
Nov 7, 2023 / StudentNation / Theia Chatelle
Gabe Amo Is Set to Become Rhode Island’s First Black Congressman Gabe Amo Is Set to Become Rhode Island’s First Black Congressman
Amo beat 10 other candidates in a contentious Democratic primary for the state’s first congressional district seat. “I've been running to make a difference, not to make history.”
Nov 6, 2023 / StudentNation / Nicholas Miller
Ohio Voters Could Soon Enshrine Abortion Rights in Their State Constitution Ohio Voters Could Soon Enshrine Abortion Rights in Their State Constitution
On November 7, Ohio will vote on Issue 1, which would guarantee access to abortion. “Every individual has a right to make and carry out one’s own reproductive decisions.”
Nov 3, 2023 / StudentNation / Molly Morrow
How Black Moms in Temecula Are Fighting the School Board’s Right-Wing Takeover How Black Moms in Temecula Are Fighting the School Board’s Right-Wing Takeover
The board banned “critical race theory” and decried ethnic studies, but a local group of Black mothers has a plan. “We’re going to use what’s available to us—the right we have as ...
Oct 31, 2023 / StudentNation / Mara Marques Cavallaro
You Have the Right to an Attorney, but It Might Cost You You Have the Right to an Attorney, but It Might Cost You
Approximately 40 states allow courts to charge for the use of a public defender, acting as an additional punishment for those who cannot afford to pay.
Oct 30, 2023 / StudentNation / Nicholas Miller