It was always hot. It was always a long, boring car ride. But my mom and dad made sure to do it every time we went to our second home in South Carolina. We drove on a long dirt road leading to a small clearing in a forest in Kingstree, […]
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How the Black male vote shaped election results versus public beliefs
Due to the nature of the article, the interviewees’ identities have been protected. The interviewees, who are all Black males, will be defined by their age demographic, voter status and party affiliation. Subject A: Age 21, preferred not to state political affiliation, did vote in the 2024 election […]
Does my vote really matter?
The 2024 election has left many people with mixed emotions, some confused and some overjoyed with the outcome. Amidst the great divide, one question continues to echo after each election: Does my vote really matter? For many, the answer is a resounding yes. Voting allows individuals to exercise a fundamental […]
A controversial compromise: The Electoral College
While it may seem as though the “popular vote” of the American people should be used to determine the President of the United States, delegates in 1787 found the need to raise the question of how the president should be elected at a Constitutional Convention that year. This concern continued […]
Can we talk about Black mental health?
As conversations around mental health grow in today’s society, many Black households remain reluctant to seek mental health care or even discuss the topic openly. According to the American Counseling Association, “African Americans face numerous challenges that affect their mental health, including high rates of unemployment, poverty, and incarceration; health […]
GloRilla graces fans with ‘Glorious’ album
Florida A&M University’s homecoming headliner, GloRilla, released her debut album “Glorious” on October 11, just in time for her arrival on the hill. “Glorious” is GloRilla’s first studio album, following her 2022 EP “Anyways, Life’s Great…” and her 2024 mixtape “Ehhthang Ehhthang”. The 15-track project features her hit single “TGIF” […]
The ‘thank you, Beyonce’ theory
What started out as a conspiracy theory is now a trend that has everyone on social media thanking Beyonce. This all began when social media users noticed an unusual trend in celebrity artists thanking Beyonce in their acceptance speeches after being nominated for major awards. Although the artists did […]
Students wait in anticipation of our homecoming lineup
With homecoming steadily approaching, students are anxiously waiting to find out which artists will be performing on the highest of seven hills. Just days from now, students will be gathering in the Will Packer Amphitheater to finally find out who will be performing in the comedy show, gospel and homecoming […]
FAMU students weigh in on homecoming fashion
At Florida A&M University (FAMU), fashion is not just about style—it’s a way of life. With homecoming around the corner, FAMU students are facing a choice between thrifting or buying new clothes to showcase their best looks. Clothing prices have increased by 4.5% over the past year, according to a […]
The justice system and celebrity accountability: The case of Sean Combs
The recent arrest of Sean Combs, known as Diddy, has sparked intense scrutiny regarding the interplay of celebrity status and accountability within the justice system. A 73-page court document detailing grave allegations—including sexual relations, racketeering, and sex trafficking—highlights the potentially heinous nature of his actions, raising critical questions about whether […]