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Triad NC Women’s March draws massive crowds to support rights and reform

Zachary Weaver  News Editor On Saturday, January 21 a Women’s March was held in Greensboro to oppose President Donald Trump and his conservative policies, corresponding to a larger movement throughout the United States and the world. “We stand together in solidarity with our partners and children for the protection of our rights, our safety, our health, and our families,” the Triad NC Women’s March mission … Continue reading Triad NC Women’s March draws massive crowds to support rights and reform

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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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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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Former NC House Speaker’s Chief of Staff begins new Position at UNC-Chapel Hill

Sarah Kate Purnell   Staff Writer   On Monday, Jan. 9, Clayton Somers was instated as the Vice Chancellor of Public Affairs and secretary of the university at UNC-Chapel Hill, a role that was created for him by the university. Somers previously served for two years as N.C. House Speaker Tim Moore’s chief of staff.   In his new position as Vice Chancellor of Public … Continue reading Former NC House Speaker’s Chief of Staff begins new Position at UNC-Chapel Hill

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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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Anti-Trump protests at UNCG and nationwide

Jack Payton & Zachary Weaver   Staff Writer and News Editor In the wake of the Presidential election, protests have taken place across the nation in response to Trump’s victory in the electoral race, lasting five days and showing no signs of slowing, in a size and scope unprecedented since the election of Abraham Lincoln. Protests have occurred in Los Angeles, Portland, and even at … Continue reading Anti-Trump protests at UNCG and nationwide

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