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Republicans work to eliminate the Affordable Care Act and Pre-Existing Conditions Clause

Sarah Kate Purnell   Staff Writer   On Thursday, January 12 the Senate made its first major move in repealing the Affordable Care Act. The senate approved a “budget blueprint”, according to the New York Times, which would allow the Senate to dismantle the ACA without the threat of Democratic filibuster. “The vote was 51 to 48.” Thomas Kaplan and Robert Pear of the New … Continue reading Republicans work to eliminate the Affordable Care Act and Pre-Existing Conditions Clause

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Local activists demonstrate in support of Affordable care Act, NC Medicaid expansion

Zachary Weaver   News Editor A protest was held in support of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) outside of Wesley Long Hospital on Sunday, January 15. The protest, organized by Piedmont Progressive Action (PPA), aimed to voice support of ACA and send a statement to Republican lawmakers seeking repeal. It also spoke out against the recent blocking of NC Governor Roy Cooper’s Medicaid expansion plan … Continue reading Local activists demonstrate in support of Affordable care Act, NC Medicaid expansion

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Judge Reed O’Connor issues controversial injunction on religious rights

Maryam Mohamed  Staff Writer   In late December 2016, Texas Judge Reed O’Connor issued an injunction against a mandate that protects transgendered and abortion related Obamacare protections.   Judge O’Connor’s decision contradicted a previous legislation listed under the Affordable Care Act, which prevented doctors from discriminating against transgender patients and women who have had abortions performed on them.     O’Connor’s claims that the nondiscrimination … Continue reading Judge Reed O’Connor issues controversial injunction on religious rights

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America’s Next Attorney General? – Sessions in Session

Jack Payton Staff Writer Alabama Senator Jefferson ‘Jeff’ Sessions was called before a Senate Committee for his confirmation hearing for his pending appointment to United States Attorney General as part of the Trump administration on January 10. The hearing took place amidst much controversy, with protesters having to be removed from the room before and during the hearing. Sessions is an Alabama senator of twenty … Continue reading America’s Next Attorney General? – Sessions in Session

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New Legislation Priorities in 2017

  Linda Cheng   Staff Writer   With all of the branches of government under Republican majority control, the state of the legislature will be largely conservative. With this shift of balance comes right-wing policies, with the repeal of the Affordable Care Act and budget work topping priority lists of the GOP. At the top of the Republican Party to-do list is Congress’s intention to … Continue reading New Legislation Priorities in 2017

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UNCG Named Top School for Commuters

Antonio Alamillo Staff Writer   Recently, UNCG was named to the 2016 Best Workplaces for Commuters (BWC) list as the top university.   The BWC is a prestigious organization that acknowledges the country’s leading employers for the services and accommodations they provide their employees.   At UNCG, the commuter services provided for employees are also used by the students. I vital aspect of a commuter-friendly … Continue reading UNCG Named Top School for Commuters

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US Supreme Court blocks NC district redrawings

Jayce Shore   Staff Writer   The U.S. Supreme Court blocked a federal court ruling which directed North Carolina legislators to redraw state legislative districts by March 15, 2017. The decision was announced Jan 10. In addition to delaying state district revisions, the block by the Supreme Court means that any special elections within the contested districts will not take place this fall, as was … Continue reading US Supreme Court blocks NC district redrawings

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NC GOP curtails incoming governor

Zachary Weaver News Editor On Wednesday, Dec. 14 the North Carolina General Assembly – which is held by a Republican majority – held a special session to pass sweeping bills aimed at limiting Governor Elect Roy Cooper (D)’s power. After passing a disaster relief bill on Wednesday, Dec. 14, Republican lawmakers called a special session later with only hours’ notice. This session introduced numerous bills … Continue reading NC GOP curtails incoming governor

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NC Klan march overshadowed by efforts of protesters

Zachary Weaver News Editor NORTH CAROLINA- Saturday, Dec. 3 a KKK-affiliated white supremacist group paraded in Roxboro, NC, opposed by over a hundred protesters and sparking reactions across political lines. The Loyal White Knights (LWK), based out of Pelham, NC, announced a ‘Victory Klavalkade Klan Parade’ in their hometown celebrating the presidential election of Donald Trump. The parade was originally announced for 9 a.m. that … Continue reading NC Klan march overshadowed by efforts of protesters

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Guilford County Bullying Policy

Linda Cheng   Staff Writer The Guilford County Schools bullying policy is one that is designed to ensure that students can learn in safe environment that encourages learning and growth. According to the official website, “bullying prevention puts the students’ ability to learn and grow in a safe and supportive environment as a top priority. This encompasses making sure that schools within Guilford County are … Continue reading Guilford County Bullying Policy

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