America’s Descent into Totalitarianism: The Legacy of Hannah Arendt

Hannah Arendt’s insights regarding the ascent of Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union foreshadows the possibility of America’s decline towards totalitarianism, as demonstrated in the Presidency of Donald Trump and the socioeconomic tensions that give rise to fringe movements in the United States.

US, U.S., Society, PoliticsIan AdoremosOctober 30, 2020rotatingComment

With a Chance to Realign the Supreme Court, Republicans Must Wait

As Amy Comey Barrett’s confirmation approaches, so does the end of an effective Supreme Court. The decision to strip the public of a voice in the replacement of Justice Ginsberg will have terrible repercussions for one of our nation’s foundational institutions.

Politics, Society, U.S., USJack HarringtonOctober 25, 2020front pageComment

How the COVID-19 pandemic impacts LGBTQ students

With the limitations imposed by social distancing, LGBTQ students face difficult decisions, stressful home situations, and need for resources.

Domestic, Society, US, U.S.Mike SeayJune 5, 2020front pageComment

Silence is Betrayal

There comes a time when silence is betrayal. In response to the murder of George Floyd, as well as the state-endorsed police violence that has occurred in the U.S. over the past several decades, we find it imperative to use our privilege as a publication at an institution like UVA to stand in solidarity with those who are protesting, as well as encourage our readers to support organizations that seek to rectify these injustices.

US, Society, Politics, U.S., DomesticVirginia Review of PoliticsJune 2, 2020front pageComment

Let’s Universalize Credit/No Credit

In the time of coronavirus, it’s no longer business as usual for higher education. Universal Credit/No Credit will help us cope with this disaster.

Domestic, U.S., US, SocietyZaki PanjsheeriApril 23, 2020front pageComment

Re-Examining the “Paranoid Style”: Richard Hofstader and Contemporary American Political Rhetoric

In an age where the internet has amplified the conspiratorial rhetoric of extremists, it is the duty of responsible figures on the Right to eschew this phenomenon. But given the impact of Donald Trump’s rhetorical style on the Republican Party, this particular rhetorical style seems likely to remain a major influence on conservative discourse for the foreseeable future.

Domestic, Politics, Society, US, U.S.John ConnorFebruary 28, 2020front pageComment

The Jones Act: An Outdated, Costly Law Under the Radar

For nearly the past 100 years, the shipbuilding and American maritime lobby has unequivocally supported the Jones Act, but is this law still worth maintaining?

Domestic, US, U.S.James DavisFebruary 26, 2020front page Comment