Reproductive Justice in America

In the United States, the issue of abortion rights remains a deeply polarizing topic. Despite Supreme Court decisions such as Roe v. Wade in 1973, which legalized abortion nationwide, access to safe and legal abortion services continues to face challenges. The intersection of political, and religious factors has created a landscape where reproductive rights are …

The Ugly Truth Behind Animal Testing and Cruelty in the Beauty Industry

The beauty industry today is wildly powerful and growing rapidly. We know that excessive packaging, plastic pollution, and unsustainable resource consumption are all major issues within the industry. However, we often forget that for decades, the beauty industry has relied on animal testing to assess the safety of their formulas, subjecting animals to horrible cruelty …

An Internet at War! The Effects of Digital Discourse and the Culture War

What is Culture War?Have you ever wondered what a “culture war” is? In this new age of information, where every click and comment contributes to the ever-evolving digital discourse, the culture war has become increasingly prominent. A culture war is defined as “a conflict between groups, especially liberal and conservative groups, that have different cultural …

The Impact of Book Bans on Freedom of Expression

Hasn’t America always been a society that holds the fundamental right to freedom of speech above all else? So why has book banning, something that violates this essential liberty, become a recent trend? Books have become increasingly banned in schools and libraries– particularly children's books. The suppression of certain literary works under the guise of …

Are Your Favorite Apps Fueling Climate Change? Overconsumption and its Effects On Our Environment

Did you know that the equivalent to a rubbish truck full of clothes ends up in landfill sites every second? This is largely due to social media platforms which have taken over the fashion and beauty industry by storm. Platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Pinterest create a constant stream of fresh new looks and trends, …