Student Journalism

Discover insightful articles written by students about congressional legislation, policy analysis, and civic engagement.

FEATURED
Health AdvocacyHealth
Health Advocacy6 min read

The Tiny Choices Your Heart Will Thank You For

Our heart works nonstop, tirelessly all the time, every single second of our lives, yet we take our health for granted. Did you know that heart disease is the leading cause of death worldwide?

Sabiha Shieakh
Hamden, Connecticut
8/18/2025
FEATURED
Policy AnalysisEconomics
Policy Analysis10 min read

How Congressional Legislation Shapes Market Behavior: Why Gen Z Should Care About Fiscal Policy

When most high school or college students hear the word "Congress," their first thought isn't about the stock market. Yet behind the noise, every bill passed, or even proposed, can quietly shift the financial landscape.

Chase Milne
Leander, Texas
8/17/2025
Research ArticleScienceTechnology
Research Article5 min read

Drover: A Rover That Floats on Quantum Levitation

When we imagine the future of exploration, we often think of sleek spacecraft, self-driving robots, or AI-powered drones. But what if the next leap forward didn't have wheels at all?

Rihaan Sana
Kakinada, India
8/21/2025
Civil-Military RelationsNational Security
Civil-Military Relations11 min read

Automated Weapon Systems: Weapons of the Future or an Ethical Disaster?

Automated weapon systems (AWS) are transitioning from niche experiments to normal aspects of future defense planning. AWS can process sensor data rapidly, respond faster than humans, and run around the clock.

Arav Jain
Mississauga, Canada
8/20/2025
Education AdvocacyEducation
Education Advocacy15 min read

Educational Inequality in Balochistan: Causes and Consequences

Balochistan covers 44% of Pakistan's land yet it's the province with the lowest literacy rate with only a literacy rate of 58.7 percent, way lower than the country's average.

Hussain Bizenjo
Karachi, Pakistan
8/19/2025
Research ArticleHealth
Research Article12 min read

Genetics, Mental Health, and the Lasting Impact of Brain Injuries

Traumatic brain injuries can be severe or mild and are caused by an outside force on the head. "Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a brain function change caused by external forces, which is one of the main causes of death and disability worldwide."

Natalia Shatara
Amman, Jordan
8/19/2025
Policy AnalysisTechnology
Policy Analysis8 min read

Digital Privacy in the Age of AI: Balancing Innovation and Civil Liberties

As artificial intelligence becomes embedded in daily life, governments face growing pressure to regulate digital privacy.

Roy Pinkerton
Leander, Texas
8/15/2025
National Security
National Security6 min read

Federal Troops in D.C. Ignite a Debate Over Local Authority

Federal raids and military response in Los Angeles trigger legal challenges and constitutional debate over immigration enforcement.

Student Analysis
Montgomery, Alabama
8/9/2025
Trade Policy
Trade Policy7 min read

The U.S.–China Tariff Pause Brings Relief but Leaves Key Issues Unsettled

A 90-day extension of the U.S.–China tariff truce has given businesses and markets a moment of relief, but underlying tensions remain.

Student Opinion
Akron, Ohio
8/12/2025
Transportation
Transportation5 min read

Reno Expands Bike Lanes Ahead of Growing Electric Scooter Use

Reno has launched a project to expand protected bike lanes in busy downtown and university neighborhoods. With electric scooters becoming more popular, city officials say they want to create safer, dedicated space for all wheeled commuters.

Student Analysis
Reno, Nevada
8/8/2025
Health
Health6 min read

Hospitals Navigate Summer Staffing Crunch Without Compromising Care

Hospitals in and around Columbus are facing a staffing squeeze this summer. Influenza strains—still circulating into August—plus lingering COVID-related absences have stretched nursing and support teams thin.

Student Analysis
Columbus, Ohio
8/6/2025
Education & Community
Education & Community5 min read

Des Moines Schools Pilot Year-Round Library Access for Students

Des Moines Public Schools is testing a new program that keeps school libraries open during summer months and school breaks.

Student Analysis
Des Moines, Iowa
8/5/2025
Environment
Environment5 min read

Texas Wildfire Risk Elevated as Heat Wave Continues

In early August, record heat combined with dry conditions in central Texas has raised wildfire risk to high across several counties.

Student Analysis
Austin, Texas
8/4/2025
Economics
Economics7 min read

Federal Reserve Maintains Interest Rates Amid Political Pressure

Fed keeps interest rates unchanged at 4.25-4.50% amid political pressure and economic uncertainty.

Student Analysis
Platform Insights
7/31/2025
Environment
Environment7 min read

The Impact of Climate Change on Global Food Security

Climate change is not just a global environmental issue; it's also a significant threat to global food security. Rising temperatures, extreme weather events, and changing precipitation patterns are disrupting agricultural production and food supply chains.

Student Analysis
Platform Insights
7/28/2025
Technology
Technology6 min read

The Future of Work: Automation and Its Impact on Employment

As artificial intelligence and automation continue to advance, the future of work is becoming increasingly uncertain. Many jobs are at risk of being automated, and new skills are required to remain competitive in the job market.

Student Analysis
Platform Insights
7/26/2025

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