Just days after the Dublin Unified School District (DUSD) announced that it would offer guest teachers $600 in the event of a teacher strike, dozens of furious parents, educators, and students flocked to Tuesday’s Dublin Unified School District School Board meeting.
Aakrisht Mehra
Aakrisht Mehra is a junior at Dublin High School who is passionate about the intersectionality of ethicality, morality and the role it plays within society. He is also an avid debater and the co-chair of the Dublin Mayor's Council.
Opinion: The Forgotten Promise of 1776
Almost three years ago, voters in Puerto Rico once again expressed their aspiration of becoming the 51st state in the union, approving a nonbinding referendum. Yet time and time again, their requests to become a state have been shot down, ignored, and disregarded by the American political system. Our country was founded on the ideals of no taxation without representation, yet for some reason, we’ve simply forgotten this foundational statement when it comes to Puerto Rico.
Opinion: Are artificial intelligence and automation a cure or poison for healthcare?
The allure of automation beckons like a modern-day Terminator saga – a narrative where artificial intelligence and mechanization dance on the precipice of reality and imagination. But amidst the temptation of automation, we are reminded that the intersection of AI and reality is not always as harmonious as the script suggests.
Tuning into ‘The Really Loud House’: A season 2 prelude with Jahzir Brown and Wolfgang Schaeffer
Season 2 of “The Really Loud House” takes center stage on Nickelodeon on Monday, Feb. 19, inviting viewers back to the bustling town of Royal Woods.
Opinion: A world of smoke and mirrors — The minimum wage debate
There are few things in American politics that evoke as much fervor and discord as the debate over minimum wage. For decades, we have been embroiled in a partisan split – where both sides of the House war over raising the federal minimum wage. With every bill, policy, and debate, the ideological divide widens, rendering the pursuit of legislative action a Herculean task that continues to cast its shadow over the nation’s legislative discourse.
Opinion: Local journalism’s stand against tech giants
As the battle between journalism and Big Tech continues to wage on, local journalism becomes a critical solution.
Opinion: Restoring voting rights for non-violent felons – A step toward justice and equality
The discourse surrounding voting rights in the United States delves far beyond the realms of partisan disputes. It is a matter that strikes at the core of democratic values, demanding a balanced and thoughtful approach that acknowledges past injustices while embracing the fundamental principles of equality and representation.
Opinion: In defense of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court
The discourse surrounding the FISA Court transcends partisan bickering. It hinges on prudence and responsibility, demanding a measured, judicious approach that recognizes imperfections while upholding the Court’s essential necessity.
Opinion: The troubling reality of super PACs
Our country was built on the principles of a democracy, a system in which the power to shape the trajectory of our nation resides in the hands of its citizens. This foundational concept rests on the belief that every voice, regardless of background or influence, should carry equal weight in the decisions that mold our collective future
Opinion: California’s high-speed rail project is a two-edged sword of progress and displacement
The Los Angeles-to-San Francisco high-speed rail project is a venture that has sparked fierce debate, captivating both politicians and citizens alike.