It’s Better to Marry Later
As cultural norms and perspectives shift, and different parts of life get more expensive, many are making the right call and choosing to marry later in life when they are more financial established and stable. This could be the best choice for the newer generations.
It is Time for the SAT to Go
The SAT gives an unfair advantage to students with resources, and there are better options outside of this particular standardized test. The SAT has to go.
The Economic Recovery Illusion
President Biden has been consistently referring to the GDP to show economic recovery, but that does not show how the average American is doing and can be deceitful. Those lower on the economic ladder are still suffering through the monetary hit caused by this pandemic.
Don’t Judge Too Quickly
Considering an odd comment from her grandmother, Isabelle explores how misinformation and the Dunning-Kruger Effect can influence beliefs and keep others from opening up their minds to new movements and ideas, hindering societal progress.
Later Starts, Brighter Futures
Lack of sleep is common amongst high school students, causing long-term effects on their mental health and endangering them. Schools should push back their start times to alleviate these effects.
Masks as the New Normal
The mask mandate has been up since April 2020, but as the pandemic goes on, some are starting to come down. This does not mean mask-wearing is over. Many will continue to wear masks out of concerns over their health and in solidarity and respect.
The Hypocrisy Pandemic
Politicians such as Governor Gavin Newsom proclaim that everyone should abide by safe COVID practices but do not always follow these themselves. Our leaders too often prioritize personal gain over integrity and lives.
Holiday Consumerism: To Spend or Not to Spend
The holidays have been commercialized to no end, causing shoppers to impulsively spend on unnecessary products and damage the environment through pollution.
Pre-COVID Expectations in Post-COVID School
Students who are now back at school in-person are struggling with pre-COVID learning expectations such as lack of sleep and finals.
The Social-Media-fication of Spotify
Spotify, the music streaming app, has been moving toward becoming more like social media, trying to make itself more addictive. This, though, could be damaging to its users' mental health.
Opposing Viewpoints: TV vs. Movies
TV shows versus movies have been a longstanding debate among film-watchers and show connoisseurs. With the rise of shows like Squid Game and movies like Avengers Infinity War, which is better: shows or movies?
Publicity over Passion
With the rise of internet, celebrity culture, and auto tune, musicians are forced to be more uniform in their sound. This contrasts with artists who defy this norm and show passion in their music.