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Amherst Wire

The digital-first, student-run magazine of the University of Massachusetts Amherst Journalism Department

Amherst Wire

The digital-first, student-run magazine of the University of Massachusetts Amherst Journalism Department

Amherst Wire

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Harry Styles ‘dressed’ to impress on the cover of Vogue

Olivia Mahoney, Contributor November 30, 2020
Our age-old societal norm that every person must strictly subscribe to one or the other is unnecessarily destructive and restrictive. There’s a great deal more to worry about in this world than men who might enjoy a dress. 
My first virtual funeral

My first virtual funeral

Matt Languedoc, Writer November 26, 2020
Matt Languedoc discusses the struggles and benefits of virtual funeral services when COVID-19 has made family gatherings nearly impossible.
Trump encourages supporters to refuse to concede the election

Trump encourages supporters to refuse to concede the election

Chloe Lindahl, Writer November 25, 2020
President Trump's refusal to debrief the President-elect has put countless lives at risk as the nation faces unprecedented challenges. Although it is the end of the controversial Trump Presidency, he’s making sure to leave his mark one last time.
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Should Christmas music be listened to before Thanksgiving?

Ethan Brayall-Brown, Writer November 19, 2020
A highly-debated topic in a year unlike any other.
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Mass incarceration in Massachusetts

Talia Heisey, Writer November 16, 2020
What are the experiences of those imprisoned within Massachusetts?
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A whirlwind of a Presidential election

Abbie Gracie, Co-News Editor November 11, 2020
On Saturday, Vice President Joe Biden and Sen. Kamala Harris have officially become the president-elect and vice president-elect for the next four years, making Donald Trump one of the few incumbent presidents to lose in his race for a second term. The results brought a lot of conflicting emotions throughout the United States. 
Five ways to cope with election stress

Five ways to cope with election stress

Emma Sammuli, Lifestyle Editor November 6, 2020
If you are anything like me, every day has proven to be a new battle to preserve your mental health. Of course, no stress management tip or technique is a substitute for seeking help from a licensed healthcare professional, but here are five ways I have been coping with stress and anxiety these past few weeks (and months). 
Women for Biden: a suburban battleground

Women for Biden: a suburban battleground

Chloe Lindahl, Writer November 2, 2020
There’s been a new influx of support for Biden that comes from an army of women, specifically suburban women, who have had a change of heart in the last four years. Although they played a critical role in the 2016 election for President Trump, many of these women are taking a different stance this year.
How I escaped 'The Proud Boys' ideology

How I escaped ‘The Proud Boys’ ideology

Matt Languedoc, Writer October 30, 2020
Before "the Proud Boys" became a hate group, I attended one of their first events in 2018. Here is how the movement has evolved, and how much my ideology has changed since.
Pope Francis makes a historical statement in support of the LGBTQ+ community

Pope Francis makes a historical statement in support of the LGBTQ+ community

Talya Torres, Writer October 29, 2020
In the documentary “Francesco” by director Evgeny Afineevsky that aired in Rome on Wednesday, Oct. 21, Pope Francis endorses civil unions. 
Far-right extremism: How the plot to kidnap a governor reflects on… Adolf Hitler

Far-right extremism: How the plot to kidnap a governor reflects on… Adolf Hitler

Robert Gatzke, Contributor October 27, 2020
On Oct. 8, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) announced the foiled plot of 14 men in relation to the kidnapping of Michigan's Governor, Gretchen Whitmer. This should not come as a surprise because the warnings were simply there.
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Ariana Grande creates a perfect White House in new music video

Kacey Connolly, Podcast Editor October 23, 2020
Pop queen Ariana Grande blows fans away with new single “positions” and an accompanying music video that shows President Ari taking over Trump’s office
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