Anti-Asian hate crimes, racially motivated crimes that discriminately target not only those of Asian descent but their property as well, have become an urgent matter of discussion in the past two years. Also known as “Covid-related hate crimes,” throughout the past year, such crimes–ranging from verbal assault and harassment to physical violence–have increased a shocking 339%. This drastic surge has been seen in every city across the nation, characterizing a dramatic change that began to rise and become increasingly present rapidly around March 2020, when the pandemic became more serious.
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Is Female Discrimination in the Workforce Worsening?
Women comprise largely 50% of the total world population. Yet, this ratio does not hold true in the workforce. Since movements in the 20th century that pushed for equal access to education, women have increasingly achieved educational levels that match – if not overcome – those of men. However, this fact remains unseen as women continue to face not only inequality through wage gaps but also the prevention of stepping up and attaining key positions within valued industries, such as engineering and technology.
The Pandemic Poses a Threat to Ending Child Marriage
An unexpected effect of the pandemic has been the way it has affected the fight to end child marriages.
How Hostile Architecture Perpetuates Wealth and Class Inequality
Have you ever seen spiked or slanted benches on your way around the city? Have you ever seen leaning bars or spiked window sills? These are all examples of hostile architecture.
Women Face the Brunt of Unemployment, Making Up 100% of Job Losses in December
Danielle Chan, Newsletter Co-Editor The Covid-19 pandemic has driven many out of the workforce and into unemployment. Despite both men and women facing a drastic loss of… Read more “Women Face the Brunt of Unemployment, Making Up 100% of Job Losses in December”
Electric Vehicle Revolution or Tesla “Tulip” Mania?
Danielle Chan, Newsletter Editor Tesla, an American company that focuses on the production of electric vehicles and more, has seen its share price go full “SpaceX,” rocketing up to… Read more “Electric Vehicle Revolution or Tesla “Tulip” Mania?”
How Social Media Leads to Polarization: An Analysis Based on “The Social Dilemma”
Danielle Chan, Newsletter Editor After watching Jeff Orlowski’s docudrama, The Social Dilemma, the wheels in my brain began to turn when noticing several factors that, having been highlighted in the film,… Read more “How Social Media Leads to Polarization: An Analysis Based on “The Social Dilemma””
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