Posts tagged Politics

I was privileged to meet Gov. Bill Lee a couple weeks ago when he came to ETSU. Though the East Tennessee region has often felt …

Early Friday morning, ETSU’s Young Democratic Socialists of America set out to the annual YDSA Convention, held this year in Chicago, Illinois. The theme of …

Some student organizations become known for their presence over the years. Others become known for their quick growth. However, it’s hard to imagine one more …

Just a week ahead of the first real test of the Democratic Party primary season, the Iowa caucuses, the Democratic National Committee Chair Tom Perez …

Now more than ever, people are beginning to realize the importance of mental health. While stigma against mental illness persists, these taboos seem to be …

It’s officially 2020, which means a new decade and a new presidential election. The current presidency has been rocky at best, so it is important …

A new decade is fast approaching. While we can easily look back on the events of history, none of us know for certain what will …

In the days following the 2016 presidential elections, it seemed impossible to escape talks of the “white working class” and their role in electing Donald …

Dr. Elwood Watson, a professor of history, African American studies and gender studies at ETSU, has authored a new book, “Keepin’ It Real: Essays on …

In this second article in the capitalism series, I intend to expose flaws in a competing philosophy – socialism – by highlighting how the system’s …