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Presidential candidate Andrew Yang: Not left. Not right. Forward.

Vincent Rossi, Writer October 21, 2019
“Not left. Not right. Forward.” has become one of the campaign slogans that indicates his disinterest in playing sides during a very hyper-partisan time in our country.
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I am successful because of my autism, not despite it

Drew Sullivan, Contributor October 18, 2019
Until recently, I had always viewed my autism as a detraction, a deficit and a deficiency. The self-doubt was all consuming—until I changed my mindset and did some searching, both internally and on the internet.
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Why Kanye West’s new projects are worth the wait

Daniel Smith, Writer October 15, 2019
In an unsurprising move, Kanye West has delayed the release of his new album, “Jesus Is King.”
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Why the Kennedy name is no longer enough

Amelia Marceau, Writer October 10, 2019
Kennedy versus Markey is the Democratic match-up many around the country have been watching
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Dating in college

Sophia Torres, Writer October 3, 2019
Students are noticing a difference in today’s dating scene.
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Are e-cigarettes actually ‘safe?’

Amelia Marceau, Writer September 13, 2019
According to the Center for Disease Control, over 3.6 million high school students used an e-cigarette in the past 30 days last year.
My Experience as an Off-Campus Freshman

My Experience as an Off-Campus Freshman

Emma Filev-Mihalak, Contributor September 13, 2019
I’ve been in school for a couple of weeks now, and I’ve already experienced a few ups and downs of commuting.
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From Bangladesh to UMass: a graduate’s reflection

Nujhat Purnata, Contributor May 9, 2019
How one soon-to-be UMass grad views her time in Amherst.
Nuclear power plant in Cattenom, France
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Should UMass Build a Nuclear Power Plant?

Amelia Marceau, Writer May 3, 2019
There’s a very clear threat that if something isn’t done soon, the damage done will become irreversible.
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Five must-try restaurants in Hampshire County

Melanie Grados, Contributing Writer April 15, 2019
Don't leave western Mass. without trying these five top eateries.
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The Mueller Report: What’s next for Democrats?

Faith Cardoza, Writer April 8, 2019
Attorney General Bill Barr "exonerated" Trump, since Robert S. Mueller III neither confirmed nor denied possible obstruction of justice.
Amy Schumer redefines what it means to be a lady

Amy Schumer redefines what it means to be a “lady”

Meghan Carney, Writer April 2, 2019
Amy Schumer is polarizing. She breaks the rules, and it scares people.
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