What We Have All Been Waiting For
The question that we are all concerned about is whether or not we would be able to receive the vaccine and how many people would be able to receive it?
How Will This Election Go? Donald Trump Vs. Joe Biden
This year’s presidential election is undoubtedly one of the most crucial in our nation’s history. It will be telling of how the majority of American voters view the country, and how they believe is the most effective way to operate.
Editorial: What Makes Donald Trump The Most Hated President In United States History?
It’s a question that many wonder. Why is Donald Trump hated with such a passion? There’s a list of reasons why someone may hate him.
The Effect of Censorship
Media is a huge part of modern day American culture. Sports and hobbies can be shared, videos can be watched, and everyone’s favorite celebrities and athletes can be as transparent as ever. Another major use for the media is to spread information about politics and current events. This is where the problems begin.
Making History in the LGBT+ Community
On November 3rd, 2020, Delaware elected the first openly transgender person to be elected as a state senator in United States history. In January of 2021, she will be sworn in and become the highest-ranking transgender elected official in the nation.
How do We Save Halloween?
Did Corona have an impact on your Halloween? Do you feel it's ruined? If your answer was yes, then I can assure you that many people feel the same way. Experts say Halloween can be saved, as long as we wear face coverings and follow the guidelines and rules.
Behind the scenes of the Campaigning of the 2020 Election
The 2020 election has been proven to be like no other. Last night, Election night, truly showed how important patience is. Many are anxious as to what the results will be. But this year we're expecting slower counts, and the reason is straightforward: In response to the coronavirus pandemic, many states modified their voting rules, broadening access to mail-in voting and increasing what had already been a rising mail-in voting trend.
NYC Boards up for the Presidential Election
As the election of our next president gets closer, many businesses have decided to take precaution in keeping their businesses safe. Mostly in major cities, New York City being one of them. Many fear there will be potential civil unrest coming from the election. It may take a couple of days before we hear who our new elected president is. Either way NYC will be prepared.
Johnny Depp Loses Libel Case
The actor Johnny Depp, known for his roles in Pirates of the Caribbean, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, and many more of his iconic films, lost his libel action in the London Courts against The Sun, a tabloid newspaper published in the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland, that described Depp as a “wife beater”.
How Can You Vote During the Coronavirus?
Most of us at Harborfields are not able to vote yet but with the right info you can become a voter yourself in the future and let your parents know how to use their voice. In Suffolk County alone there are 336 polling places which are going to be constantly disinfected as people are going to be handing in ballots. Making it safe and easy for everyone to cast their vote in the upcoming election.
Growing Child Labor Crisis Due to COVID-19
With many school closures around the world as well as economic pressures, led children all around the world more prone to child labor.
The Importance of Voting
Voters and activists are hoping that 2020 will be different and that more young people will be registered and will have a voice in this year's election. Senior, Allison Brown stated, “It is everywhere on social media.”
Amy Coney Barrett is Officially Sworn In
Judge Amy Coney Barrett was confirmed on Monday, October 26th, 2020 to the Supreme Court. The republicans conquered democratic opposition, making Judge Barrett the 115th Supreme Court Justice and the 5th woman to serve.
Race for a Vaccine
Right now, there’s a race between pharmaceutical companies to find the “cure” to Covid. Well, cure is a mere exaggeration. What we really mean is a vaccine- which, unfortunately, is not a guaranteed cure, just an effective preventative method that will, hopefully, help us control cases and outbreaks more efficiently. A vaccine decreases the threat of this current deadly virus.
How Will A Covid Vaccine Affect Pregnant Women?
Ever since the outbreak of the coronavirus scientists and doctors have been searching for a vaccine, there have been many trials but none on pregnant women.
The Bail Project
A main idea of American society in 2020 is the push to combat “systemic racism”. The Bail Project is classified as an organization that, “...a critical tool to combat racial disparities in the bail system”. Robin Steinberg, the CEO, was once a public defender. Countless times she had her clients turn to her and say, “I can’t afford that”, after a judge set bail.
Rising Covid Rates in NYC
On September 29, 2020, New York City officials announced a big rise in positive Covid-19 cases in the city. Mostly in Brooklyn, Queens, and some Jewish communities, this is because they have ignored wearing a mask when out in public.
The White House Battles Coronavirus
By now you may have heard of the President of the United States testing positive for Coronavirus on October 2nd of 2020 along with his wife Melania Trump. As the count of COVID-19 deaths rose to 207,000 deaths and devastated the economy.
It's Inevitable at This Point, Isn't it?
Only four European countries countries are now measuring below a crucial level of Covid-19 cases, the continent is struggling to contain this new wave. Governments keep unveiling different procedures to deal with controlling this virus. The peak that happened in March is reappearing yet again.