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Margaret Thatcher’s Imperial Legacy


The legacy of Margaret Thatcher, the former British prime minister who died last week, is imperialism, deregulation, and capitalistic neoliberalism. It is a legacy which sadly, still persists in British politics. In true British imperial fashion, Thatcher’s government was a strong ally of the apartheid régime in South Africa. Thatcher referred to Nelson Mandela and [...]

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In 2012 Election, Social Media Perpetuates Partisan Divide


In 1960, the first televised debate between JFK and Nixon marked a significant shift in the way we choose our leaders. In 2012, Obama and Romney exchanged hashtags in the twitter debate, waiting for a zinger they could highlight or a fact-check they could deploy on their opponent. In 1933, FDR used the radio to [...]

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Mr. Gingrich, the Moon Conqueror


There are several issues that plague this great country of ours: those of healthcare, abortion, the war on terror, Jacob vs. Edward. These have and will continue to divide us as a nation. It is time to choose a great leader to save us. I’ve dreamt of the second coming of Ronald Reagan since before [...]

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Mayoral Candidate Profile: Joanna Rees


A look into the life of San Francisco mayoral candidate, Joanna Rees.

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Mayoral Candidate Profile: Jeff Adachi


During an in-person interview, San Francisco mayoral candidate Jeff Adachi discussed his political background, proposed city policies, and personal qualities that set him apart from the other candidates.

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Mayoral Candidate Profile: John Avalos


Supervisor John Avalos runs for mayor of San Francisco supporting small business, municipal banks, families and communities, and biking.

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Mayoral Candidate Profile: Tony Hall


Tony Hall has a long history working for the city of San Francisco and is not only political leader, but also a musical leader as well.

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Mayoral Candidate Profile: David Chiu


In a close race for San Francisco’s mayoral election, David Chiu rises to the top as his policies and campaign goals have a surprisingly strong focus geared to the interest of the youth constituency.

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Mayoral Candidate Profile: Cesar Ascarrunz


Cesar Ascarrunz is running for Mayor in the 2011 San Francisco Race - A glance at Cesar Ascarrunz’s background and qualifications for the Mayoral Race.

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Mayoral Candidate Profile: Bevan Dufty


Bevan Dufty - “He get’s the big picture.” A profile on the former supervisor and his run in the 2011 San Francisco mayoral election.

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