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A Pointless Defence: The Government’s Move to Slash Foreign Aid Will be Catastrophic

Music Editor Robbie Hawken argues that the government's plans to increase the defence budget while drastically cutting back on foreign aid is misguided and deeply troubling

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

A Devolution Disaster: Is Indyref 2 on The Horizon?

Comment Writer Andrew Bailey takes a closer look at the PM's comments on the devolution 'disaster', arguing that we will have to wait until the May elections to see whether Indyref 2 may become a reality

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

Confirmation of Neil Gorsuch and Amy Coney Barrett: Manipulation of the US Supreme Court Nominations?

Comment Writer Laura Bull discusses the situation which led to the confirmation of Amy Coney Barrett, linking it to that of the passing of Justice Scalia in 2016 and its consequences

Was Trump Really That Bad?

Comment Writer Kit Parsons evaluates why Trump gained so many votes in the election, discussing why some of his achievements may have led to people voting for him

Why Trump is Wrong to Call Postal Votes ‘Corrupt’

Comment writer Kitty Grant breaks down how the US postal voting works and how it has evolved over the years, arguing that Trump's attempts to invalidate these votes is a desperate last power grab

The Media and Kamala Harris: Vice President is More Than Just Looking the Part

Comment Writer Erin Osgood discusses the media's fascination with Kamala Harris' fashion choices, arguing that we should be scrutinising her politics more than her fashion

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

Student Conversations: Biden Won’t Make America Great Again

Comment Writers give their view on Biden's win, arguing that he doesn't have the capacity to transform America

After the Presidency: What is Next for Donald Trump?

Comment writer Laura Bull speculates about what awaits Donald Trump after he concludes his turbulent presidency, arguing he will remain very much in the limelight

Rural vs. Urban: America’s Forgotten Electorate

Sport Editor Kit Shephard discusses the significance of America's forgotten rural voters, arguing that the true demographic of the country is often underrepresented