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OP/ED: To Post or Not to Post: The Question of Gen Z Politics

OP/ED: To Post or Not to Post: The Question of Gen Z Politics

Maleek Munroe, Senior Editor December 12, 2023

In late October, I was having a somber conversation with a classmate about the genocide in Palestine unfolding on our social media feeds.  Before Israel’s brutal and indiscriminative bombing of the...

OP/ED: The True Architects of America

OP/ED: The True Architects of America

Maleek Munroe, Senior Editor October 23, 2023

Amid hearing of the ongoing migrant crisis debate that seems to be defining New York City as of now, I am reminded of a childhood story my mother would tell me now and again.  She always told it...

Top Eight Boygenius Songs

Top Eight Boygenius Songs

Maleek Munroe, Senior Editor September 27, 2023

As individuals, Julian Baker, Lucy Dacus, and Phoebe Bridgers each wield their unparalleled talent, but as the indie rock band Boygenius, the trio is effortlessly reshaping the musical landscape with every...

Is CM Punk a Cancer?

Is CM Punk a Cancer?

Cam’ron Mundy, Impact Staff Writer September 20, 2023

CM Punk has achieved a lot. From Indies, star to main show stardom, WWE legend, and promoter, Paul Heyman convinced Vince McMahon and the WWE to sign Punk after seeing his work in the independent circuit. Mainly...

The Eggplant Effect: Does Hook-up Culture Effect Mental Health?

The Eggplant Effect: Does Hook-up Culture Effect Mental Health?

Maleek Munroe, Senior Editor September 20, 2023

Swiping right was designed to simplify the quest for finding true love in the modern world. However, instead of sending heart emojis, Gen Z and millennials are sending rather different emojis—the...

A Return to Reality TV

A Return to Reality TV

Maleek Munroe, Senior Editor September 19, 2023

To loosely quote the inspiration for a reality show that is currently getting me through this drought in entertainment caused by the writer’s strike - I love Big Brother.  If you know anything...

Is Succession Secretly About Performative Activism?

Is Succession Secretly About Performative Activism?

Maleek Munroe, Senior Editor September 12, 2023

“Oh don’t worry Greg. This is a nice, safe space where you don’t have to pretend to like Hamilton.” “I like Hamilton?” “Sure you do, we all do.” These are lines taken from season...

The Failed Relationship Between Americans and the Media

The Failed Relationship Between Americans and the Media

As the 2020s roll in, many Americans are experiencing a crisis of faith when it comes to the relationship they have with the media, a relationship in which we once put our absolute trust and reliance...

The SGA is Here to Serve the Maverick Community, Election Ends 4/21

The SGA is Here to Serve the Maverick Community, Election Ends 4/21

Maleek Munroe, Senior Editor April 19, 2023

The Mercy College campus has been in the midst of an election since April 3 that will decide who will step up to leadership positions and join the Student Government Association (SGA) to continue the mission...

OP/ED: Cleopatra - We Know Her Name, But Do We Know Her Race?

OP/ED: Cleopatra – We Know Her Name, But Do We Know Her Race?

Maleek Munroe, Senior Editor April 13, 2023

In the annals of history, her name has become synonymous with true and unrivaled power.  When one hears her name, a fierce sharp image materializes in their mind. A cunning and clever woman who...

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