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US politics

Amherst College and the Myth of the Good Liberal

Staff Writer Zane Khiry ’25 argues that the student body’s tendency to characterize its political views as noble is not only hypocritical but rooted in a deep elitism that amounts to an identity crisis.
Zane Khiry '25 May 6, 2025

My Parents Voted for Trump: What Does That Mean for Me?

Managing Opinion Editor Edwyn Choi ’27 reflects on the tension between assimilating into Amherst’s liberal political atmosphere and his parents’ decision to vote for President Donald Trump.
Edwyn Choi '27 Mar 26, 2025

On the Second Amendment

Staff Writer Jeb Allen ’27 discusses the history of the Second Amendment and reflects on the relevancy of the Founding Fathers’ goals to America today.
Jeb Allen '27 May 8, 2024

Arizona, Michigan, and Nevada: Biden’s Three Biggest Problems

Jeb Allen ’27 analyzes the 2024 presidential race in three key swing states.
Jeb Allen '27 Apr 3, 2024

Analyzing the 2024 Arizona Senate Race

Shane Dillon ’26 evaluates candidates for Arizona’s Senate seat and encourages eligible students to vote in this year’s race.
Shane Dillon '26 Mar 13, 2024

Analyzing Republican Primary Candidates Before the Iowa Caucus

In the aftermath of the candidate debates, Jeb Allen '27 analyzes and compares each Republican candidate and their chances for success in preparation for the January Iowa caucus.
Jeb Allen '27 Dec 13, 2023

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