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How the Twitter Revolution Went From Green to Red, White and Blue
Social media’s democratization of information makes us stronger, but also more vulnerable.
Hanna Khosravi, Opinion Editor
• May 7, 2019
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The Human Rights Catastrophe in China That We Should Be Talking About
As an ethnic and religious minority is subjected to surveillance and torture in western China, our recognition and responsibility of the Uighur people are of paramount importance.
Hanna Khosravi, Opinion Editor
• April 9, 2019
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Finding Hope in Springtime
Why Nowruz, the Persian New Year, is a reminder of the hope that spring can bring along with its arrival.
Hanna Khosravi, Opinion Editor
• March 25, 2019
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Tech CEOs and Modern-Day Prophets
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Hanna Khosravi, Opinion Editor
• January 28, 2019
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A Thank You to Dr. Blasey Ford
Despite a disheartening decision by the U.S. government to appoint Brett Kavanaugh, the Opinion Desk would like to formally thank Dr. Blasey Ford for her unwavering stance despite the opposition.
Hanna Khosravi, Deputy Opinion Editor
• October 15, 2018
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Recognizing the Bravery of Kurdistan’s Women
Hanna Khosravi, Deputy Opinion Editor
• October 9, 2018
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How the Anonymous Op-Ed Should Move Us to Action
Hanna Khosravi, Deputy Opinion Editor
• September 10, 2018
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Returning to New York for the First Time
Hanna Khosravi, Deputy Opinion Editor
• September 3, 2018
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