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Progressive Values: How to Win in 2020

It’s time for the 2020 election cycle, and with this come the claims that Democratic politicians are moving too far to the left. To some, this might seem problematic given that people care about getting food on the table, not ideological questions — as if you can separate the two.

The Dangers of Celebrity Politicians

When Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders announced his candidacy for president this past week, he sent a message to America. It is clear that Sanders intends to continue to lead the progressive movement, which he helped create four years ago and still exerts enormous influence over. While Sanders’ determination to see

Using Activism in Advertisement

Wondering how to bring attention to your company? A new advertising strategy seems to be gaining momentum. Certain industry giants have used advertisements to take a stance on societal issues and tensions demonstrating a political climate more open to social activism than it might seem. This Sunday, Feb. 24, Nike

Men’s Track & Field Sets Records at Indoor Meet

Men’s Track & Field Sets Records at Indoor Meet

The men’s track and field team traveled to MIT on Friday, Feb. 22 and Saturday, Feb. 23 to compete at the New England Division III Track and Field Championships. The first school record of the meet was broken by Troy Colleran ’22 in the heptathlon with a score of

Students Tackle Meaning of Truth In Speaking Contest

Students Tackle Meaning of Truth In Speaking Contest

Truth: it is a concept that seems so simple, but is so difficult to find, believe and explain. Yet on Thursday, Feb. 21, 10 Amherst students stood in front of a crowd of peers and faculty judges and did just that; they found their truths, believed them and explained them

"Glass" Wraps Up Shyamalan Trilogy With Few Delights

"Glass" Wraps Up Shyamalan Trilogy With Few Delights

Popular consensus has not been kind to director M. Night Shyamalan — just look to the truly baffling “The Last Airbender” to confirm its hostility. One of the most distinctive voices in American popular film, Shyamalan has long withered under the public image of a thwarted prodigy, perhaps unfairly. His failures

Men’s Basketball Bests Hamilton, Claims Eighth NESCAC Title

Men’s Basketball Bests Hamilton, Claims Eighth NESCAC Title

In an interview two weeks ago, head coach of men’s basketball David Hixon ’75 said that while he thought getting into the NCAA tournament would be difficult, “If you let us in, watch out.” Hixon and his team have seemingly cleared the first obstacle by winning the NESCAC tournament