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Opinion | COVID-19’s love handles
During the COVID-19 era, we can rebuild ourselves from the inside out. We can develop new cooking skills, explore new foods (and) plan meals.
Editorial | A slice of COVID-19 with your turkey?
The virus won’t stop for you. The virus won’t stop for your family. And the virus sure as hell won’t stop for the holiday season.
Opinion | I wasn’t properly taught the truth behind Thanksgiving
Just because we cherish this holiday doesn’t mean we should ignore the past.
Opinion | You can’t claim voter fraud just because you’re losing
Trump’s allegations are a last-ditch attempt to undermine democracy. I can’t imagine taking anyone less seriously.
Opinion | Accidentally turning a quarantine coping mechanism into a small business
For now, it’s something I genuinely love doing. Only time will tell where it goes from here.
Opinion | The struggle is real, so build a wellness routine toolbox
Psychologists have developed an arsenal of techniques to help us through difficult times. Here are three approaches.
Editorial | The complexities of the American flag
America has let down its flag. What was once a symbol of perseverance and justice has since been clouded.
Opinion | Something isn’t clicking
Some people float through life somehow unscathed by COVID-19. Now is not the time to cut corners.
Opinion | Detoxing as a modern day patent medicine
The practice of perpetuating dangerously false and expensive medical treatments is still alive and well.
Opinion | Politicians are simply opportunists
We cannot allow politicians to exploit circumstances. The possibility for radical change begins in January 2021.
Opinion | This was not the victory we needed
I’m proud we won. But this is by no means the end to activism. If anything, this should wake up Democrats.
Opinion | Reflection from a first-time phone banker
Each time I called, I was overwhelmed by the sense that I was a part of something bigger.
Editorial | We’re tired
We feel like we’re living through the “This is fine” meme, except we are most certainly not fine. We’re so tired.
Opinion | Armenian Referendum on American Government
With thousands dead, people must care about the Armenian struggle for liberty.
Opinion | Biden’s slim victory is a wake-up call for Democratic leadership
It is our job to challenge the Biden administration to make sure his successor is nothing like Donald Trump.
Opinion | Kamala Harris’ election restores some faith
Vice President-elect Kamala Harris embodies many firsts for America: first female, Black and South Asian vice president.
Opinion | Don’t ‘STOP THE COUNT’
We’re going to call the election the right way – not Trump’s way – no matter how many days of counting it takes. Everyone's voice must be heard.
Opinion | South Asians make lasting impact on American politics
As South Asian representation in public office continues to grow, we will continue to see our community’s issues brought to light.
Opinion | From apolitical to angry
I sit here, still refreshing for election updates and I can’t help but think there could be four more years of this. I no longer have the choice to be apolitical.
Opinion | Vote, but don’t vote third party
Third-party candidates split the votes. When an election is this close and when there are crucial human rights at stake, there is no room to vote for a third party.