Examining the Affects of Land Pollution

The earth is equipped with the natural resources to support all forms of life that call it home. Yet, due to the mismanagement and carelessness of one of those groups – human beings – the earth suffers from being consumed by pollution and its crippling effects. “Land pollution [is] the deposition of solid or liquid waste materials…

ByShamonaApril 15, 20240Comments

Environmentalism Learn

Coral Reef Degradation

Coral reef are so mesmerizing to behold that we can frequently forget that they are living organisms. These beautiful undersea creatures are not only aesthetically pleasing, but they also provide sanctuary for fish, coral, plants, and other animals that account for approximately 25% of all known marine species. Additionally, they contribute to coastline protection from erosion.…

ByShamonaApril 15, 20240Comments

Anti Gun Violence Learn

Mass Shootings

Mass shootings have become a shocking part of reality. It is now quite common to tune into news outlets, only to be apprised of yet another senseless act of violence, that changes the lives of so many instantly. Mass shootings have become so prevalent, that the Congressional Research Service has recently defined it as “a…

ByShamonaApril 15, 20242Comments

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The Big Chop – Causes and Effects of Deforestation

We all cherish having a place to call home, somewhere we can lay our heads down and feel safe. Sadly, many plants and animals cannot enjoy that same feeling, as forests, which cover around 30% of the world’s land area, are being cleared away due to deforestation and logging. According to the Cambridge Dictionary, deforestation is…

ByShamonaApril 15, 20240Comments

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Micro-Plastics 101

As technology becomes more streamlined and efficient, human’s dependence on plastic has increased. While this material has a myriad of uses, it has given birth to a new problem – plastic pollution in the form of microplastics. These are “small pieces of plastic, less than 5 mm (0.2 inches) in length, that occur in the environment as a…

ByShamonaApril 15, 20240Comments

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What’s Going On In Your Justice System Today?” Cash Bail Edition

Safety, Accountability, Fairness and Equity-Today, the SAFE-T Act was an initiative backed by the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus created with the intent of a nationwide reckoning with racism in the criminal justice system following the death of George Floyd under the knee of a Minneapolis police officer. Cash bail criminalizes poverty, fuels mass incarceration, and disproportionately affects…

ByShamonaApril 14, 20241Comment

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Drastic Approaches To Environmental Justice

Animal and climate activists are joining forces! Global warming will continue to be a top issue until our actions are consistent with our words and needs. Roger Hallam, the co-founder of Extinction Rebellion, pointed out, “if we don't work together, we are going to die together.” Climate protestors are making drastic moves of rebellion as part…

ByShamonaApril 14, 20240Comments

Anti Gun Violence Learn

Improved Gun Reform Policies are 35 Mass Shootings Overdue

“Drop, hide, don’t make a sound” is beginning to be the first instinct for students in America. There are more guns in the US than people. There are about 393 million privately owned firearms in the US, according to an estimate by the Switzerland-based Small Arms Survey – or in other words, 120 guns for every 100…

ByShamonaApril 14, 20240Comments