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Elliot Page And The Importance of Transgender Representation

Comment Writer Julia Lee discusses the recent coming out of actor Elliot Page, showing why transgender representation is vital for society's progress and appropriately understanding the rich history of queer and trans activism

The Bronze Lady: Symbol of Progress or Pain?

Comment Writer Samir Sehgal discusses the controversy surrounding a new Margaret Thatcher statue, arguing that its cost of £100,000 in taxpayer money ironically speaks to Thatcher's legacy of structural unemployment

Tragic Migrant Deaths are the Fault of the Government, Regardless of What They Want Us to Believe

Comment Writer Georgina O'Donnell discusses the government's handling of the refugee crisis, arguing that whilst they label migrant deaths a 'tragedy', it is their policy that is at fault

Is the Christmas Travel Window Another Let Down for Students Across the Country?

Comment Writer Sophie Utteridge discusses the government's plan to get students safely home for Christmas, pointing out various considerations that the government have yet to answer for

The Silver Lining of an Insulting Statue: Wollstonecraft’s Legacy Lives On

Comment Writer Eleanor Bergin discusses the controversy surrounding the new Mary Wollstonecraft statue, arguing that whilst it is disrespectful, the conversations it has sparked are productive

Trump’s Election Night Scandal Undermines the Democratic Process

Comment Writer Kate Mckie discusses Trump's election night speech, arguing that its repercussions for both US and UK politics are severe and disheartening

Are the Pope’s Changing Attitudes on Homosexuality as Genuine as We Might Hope?

Comment Editor Chelsie Henshaw discusses the Pope's recent endorsement of same-sex unions, arguing that this is a move in the right direction, but one that we should view with scepticism

SARS: Is Social Media Responsible for International Solidarity?

Comment Writer Rubika Latif explains the injustices taking place at the hands of Nigeria’s Special Anti-Robbery Squad, arguing that social media is responsible for the international uproar

The ECHR Verdict Is The Nail In The Corbynite Coffin

Comment Writer Joe Crossley discusses the ECHR investigation findings on anti-Semitism in the Labour Party, arguing the Corbyn era is over and Labour must learn from this

The ‘Spycops’ Bill Signals the Next Step in the Government’s Culture War

Comment Writer Samir Sehgal considers the so-called 'Spycops' bill, arguing its implementation is both dangerous and indicates a further cultural shift to the right

Is a Pre-Christmas Student Lockdown Plausible?

Comment Writer Sophie Utteridge considers the government's alleged plan for university students to be locked-down before going home for Christmas, arguing that in reality is it a misjudged strategy

‘Fuelling stress, anxiety and failure?’ Scrutinising the Exam System in the Wake of COVID-19

Comment Writer Vicky Wilson calls for reform of the UK's flawed exam system, arguing that the wake of Coronavirus has shown to be an ideal time to reassess