Choice: More for Some, Less for Others

When the importance of freedom and autonomy is embedded in the U.S Constitution, the plain assumption is that choice lends to greater well-being. But is choice distributed equally among all people, or should it be considered a privilege? Is choice always a good thing? While the syllogism at the beginning of Markus and Schwartz’s “Does Choice Mean Freedom and Well-Being?” implies that having choice shows signs of freedom, this preconceived notion is not always true. How much choice one has is significantly contingent on culture and socioeconomic class. Although having the ability to choose is a positive thing, the inequality and the lack of opportunity that make mobility more difficult in North America leads to the asymmetric levels of choice available for each socioeconomic class.

The Question Regarding Haiti

How A Social Media Influencer Shut Down New York City

The International Implications of the Russo-Ukrainian War

The Impact of Trump’s Indictments

“Bidenomics"

The Economics & Politics of Biden’s Economy

The Rise of Far-Right Politics in Europe

Affirmative Action - The Accepted Discrimination

“Dashed Of Hope”

An Analysis of The Nigerian Coup and Its Global Effects

Unpacking the UN in Ukraine–Is it as Useless as People Say?

As the war in Ukraine surpasses 500 days, policymakers continue to debate the best course of action—sanctions remaining their preferred weapon of choice. In spite of this, recent reports have shown that they aren’t working. European businesses and third-world countries actively circumvent these measures, providing Russia with goods and services for its war effort. This duality from the international community–where one front remains firm in condemnation, whilst another battles the harsh reality that such policies are being undermined–is a glaring mirror to the inner workings of the United Nations. Although the UN is a fundamentally vital institution that has worked to promote peace and security, the recent war in Ukraine has shown how limiting the organization can be and the systemic flaws that bar it from making more meaningful change.

Singapore in the 21st Century: Addressing the Unique Challenges of My Homeland

Singapore is my homeland, an island-state borne from the political turmoils of the 20th century — colonialism and communism. The prosperity enjoyed by Singaporeans is a product of economic prosperity and political stability. This is fascinating to many, given Singapore’s adoption of a free-market model yet with government-linked-corporations, or its unitary dominant-party nature. Nevertheless, any nuanced insight and academic scholarship on Singapore recognises the tradeoffs that have come with this success. In order to build a more prosperous society, where prosperity goes beyond material success to include economic well-being, issues from social, political and economic realms need to be addressed. This essay will examine the issues of freedom of speech, economic inequality and education, highlighting certain areas of concern and propose solutions. The issues were selected for their relevance and their nature in spanning across fields.

My South African Manifesto

Corruption continues to plague South Africa in all aspects of society. It is important that it does not get to the point where it is accepted nor normalized as seen in new democracies such as in Latin America (William Gumede, 2017) . Nepotism and favoritism account for 13% of corruption in the country (Luke Fraser, 2023). Transparency in the procurement of tenders and job vacancies is more paramount than ever. This will allow the general public to check whether the skills of an applicant match the job description at hand. Whistleblowers need to be better protected through policy and improving the witness protection program. Lastly, lifestyle audits need to take place regularly for members of parliament. Our commitment to tackling problems effectively in public health, education, and politics will surely lead us to a prosperous and peaceful nation for all South Africans. It will be challenging. However, if we all contribute to improving this country, we will surely reap the benefits.

Balancing Efficiency and Ethics: The Case for AI in Law

As artificial intelligence continues to expand, it becomes crucial for attorneys, lawmakers, and stakeholders to grasp the intricacies of its incorporation and harness its potential effectively. Although there are multiple risks associated with introducing artificial intelligence into the legal system, if used ethically and in compliance with regulations, its benefits far outweigh its risks.

Economic Impact of Banning Billionaires: An Analysis of Wealth Accumulation and Market Dynamics

Explore the potential economic implications of banning billionaires. This comprehensive analysis delves into the origins and nature of billionaire wealth, the global economic structure, and the potential consequences of imposing a wealth cap on individuals and corporations. Discover how such a ban could reshape wealth distribution, competition, and innovation.

Housing or Humanities: A Crossroad of Inequality at UW-Madison

The University of Wisconsin-Madison's plan to demolish the Zoe Bayliss Women’s Cooperative—a vital affordable housing provider— for a new Humanities building, highlights the ongoing struggle between educational advancement and housing inequality. Amid a system favoring affluent white students, the fate of this last student housing cooperative raises crucial questions about housing discrimination and the deep-seated inequality in U.S. higher education.