Political

Hey there, imagine you’re at a family dinner, and Uncle Bob starts ranting about the latest election scandal. Your eyes glaze over, and you think, “What even is politics anyway?” I’ve been there—growing up in a small town where town hall meetings felt like scripted theater, I dismissed politics as boring suits arguing on TV. … Read more

Picture this: It’s election night 2016, and I’m glued to the TV in my living room, popcorn in hand, watching Donald Trump pull off what many called an impossible win. As a political junkie who’s followed campaigns since my college days, I couldn’t help but notice how his tough-talking, no-nonsense style resonated with so many … Read more

Have you ever felt that knot in your stomach after scrolling through the news, wondering if anything you do could make a difference? I remember back in 2020, during the height of the pandemic and social unrest, I joined a local community group to advocate for better public health policies. It started as a way … Read more

Hey there, reader. Ever wondered why some countries thrive while others struggle, or how a single policy can change millions of lives? I remember sitting in my undergrad dorm room, flipping through news channels during an election year, feeling totally overwhelmed. Politics seemed like this chaotic mess of arguments and promises. That’s when I signed … Read more

Hey there, reader. Imagine sitting in a cozy café, sipping coffee, and pondering how the world’s biggest decisions—like trade wars or welfare policies—aren’t just about numbers on a spreadsheet but tangled up with power plays and human ambitions. That’s where political economy comes in. I remember my first brush with it back in college; I … Read more