Share: In less than two weeks, Americans will cast their votes to elect the next president of the United States. This election stands out not only for its high stakes but also for its historical significance, as voters face a monumental choice: electing either the first female president or, alternatively, a president with an unprecedented criminal conviction. It’s a moment that stirs excitement and anxiety alike—a political spectacle that captivates but, perhaps, veers far from the vision the founding fathers had in mind when drafting …
New private security firm will cost college $300,000 despite no specific threats
Share: Pasadena City College (PCC) has awarded a $300,000 contract to Contact Security Incorporated, marking a strategic move to enhance campus safety. The contract followed a competitive bidding process, in which PCC received 25 proposals from security service providers. Contact Security was selected as the top contender, working in collaboration with the college’s established police force to supplement security on campus. Chief Steven Matchan of the Pasadena City College Police emphasized that the decision to hire private security was not in response to any specific …
Video game streamers turn followers into far-right fanatics
Share: In recent years, the world of video game streaming has exploded in popularity, with platforms like Twitch, YouTube, and Kick giving rise to a new generation of online celebrities. These streamers, often playing to massive audiences, have the power to influence culture, shape opinions, and build communities. While gaming has long been a refuge for many, an unsettling trend has emerged: a growing number of high-profile streamers are subtly or overtly pushing alt-right ideals to their followers, raising concerns about the normalization of extremist …
The Supreme Court’s failures are only going to get worse
Share: As the new Supreme Court session begins, Americans must grapple with the disturbing reality of a Republican-dominated Court that seems intent on reversing decades of progress. With a 6-3 conservative majority, the Court is now a battleground where the ideals of justice and equality face increasing threats from an ideology that prioritizes partisanship over impartiality. While the Supreme Court was designed to be a nonpartisan institution that protects the constitutional rights of all citizens, recent rulings suggest that this conservative majority is more interested …
Do we really need (Taylor’s Version) of politics?
Share: By now, Taylor Swift’s influence on the cultural zeitgeist is undeniable. From Grammy-winning albums to sold-out stadium tours, Swift has proven herself a powerhouse in the entertainment world. Recently, she made waves not with a song or a concert but with a political endorsement: Kamala Harris for president in 2024. This made news headlines across the country, with some claiming that this will have turned the tide of the election, and others claiming that it won’t matter at all. However, the fact that a …
‘The Apprentice’: Trump may have been fired but the circus never ends
Share: After years of speculation, controversy, and delays, the Donald Trump biopic ‘The Apprentice’ has finally secured U.S. distribution and is set to hit theaters this fall—just weeks before the 2024 presidential election. Now let’s be honest, no matter what your opinion is, Sebastian Stan’s toupeed head is not going to be the thing to save us all from another four years of Trump. On the surface, the timing feels like a marketing masterstroke. Whether you love or loathe Trump, he is one of the …
Banning cellphones isn’t the answer—digital literacy is
Share: Assembly Bill 3216, renamed the Phone-Free School Act, requires that every school district, charter school and county office of education develop a policy limiting the use of smartphones by July 1, 2026. While the bill is a step in the right direction for addressing the potential harms caused by unrestricted cell phone use in schools. We need to recognize that smartphones are not going away. Instead of fighting this reality, schools should focus on teaching students how to use them responsibly. Digital literacy programs …
Police search for suspect who attacked woman sleeping on campus
Share: A violent assault on the Pasadena City College campus in the early hours of Aug. 11 has left a woman hospitalized and prompted a joint investigation by campus and city police. In the early hours of Aug. 11, campus police responded to an incident involving a violent attack on the main campus. The police said that at approximately 2:30 a.m., officers were called to the east side of the E building exterior, where the female victim, who does not attend PCC, reported being violently …