As the 2024 presidential election draws closer, Americans return to the timeless ritual of debating and speculating on the Democratic and Republican frontrunners. The prominent contenders are particularly noteworthy in this election, with both the incumbent president and his predecessor in the running, both of whom are polarizing and controversial candidates.
Photo; Trump and Biden will face each other once again in the 2024 election. Photo: Adam Schultz.
No matter what one may think of the impeachment inquiry against President Joe Biden, the process of impeachment is a fundamental aspect of American democracy. It exists to hold leaders accountable for their actions through formal due process wherein one could be removed from office if deemed unfit to rule by Congress. It functions as a vital check on the power of the executive branch, safeguarding against abuses of power. While Biden’s impeachment inquiry may seem frivolous, the topic of impeachment is a perennial theme in American politics and news. Although presidential impeachment is rare, with only three presidents charged in the history of the United States, two of these three impeachments occurred within the last three decades.
Photo: Political alignments should not factor into impeachment decisions. Photo: Creative Commons.
Originally located at the Wharf in Washington, the contemporary Vietnamese restaurant Moon Rabbit quickly caught the attention of the culinary world. However, the restaurant unexpectedly closed last spring in “a stunning and sudden exit,” according to Eater DC. The restaurant was closed due to “a failed fight with IHG Hotels and Resorts to unionize [the] staff,” but the popularity of Moon Rabbit meant that Chef Kevin Tien “was flooded with offers from real estate brokers right after closing doors at the Wharf.” He announced the restaurant’s return just six months after its closure, relocating Moon Rabbit to the heart of Penn Quarter.
Photo: Moon Rabbit abruptly closed last year, shocking Washington’s culinary world. Photo: Rachel Paraoan.
Media coverage plays an instrumental part in boosting women’s sports to the forefront of public attention and is critical for dispelling the persistent inequality in athletics. When broadcasters and media outlets commit to showcasing female athletes, we witness a ground-breaking ripple effect — viewership soars, sponsor interests are piqued and societal perceptions shift. Therefore, it is imperative that we go beyond our role as spectators and actively promote equality by fostering a media environment that prioritizes women’s sports and provides them with the platform they deserve.
Photo: Erik Drost
Sidwell Friends has a long-standing tradition of fostering cross-cultural understanding through its exchange program with Ramallah Friends School. This year, the school welcomed Eyas Hardan, a sophomore from Ramallah Friends.
Photo: Sidwell Friends School
In the heart of an enchanted forest, where ancient trees whisper tales to the wind, a lone figure emerges—a wise old man draped in a weathered brown trench coat and crowned with an old- fashioned bowler's hat. His eyes, gleaming with the wisdom of countless seasons, survey the verdant expanse.
Image: "Harmony in the Wilderness," by Evelyn Chao. First place, 2023 Songbird Art Contest.
In the dim-lit night, by the market’s glow,
Guarding bikes in pajamas I stood,
Alone, I felt the first touch of a gendered blow.
In that moment, the world turned daunting.
Photo: Cutout paper composition of hands in sterile gloves. www.pexels.com
Through the delicate contours of a ceramic creation, a profound narrative unfolds, resonating with the resilience and kinship of Native American communities to the earth. A striking red hand pulsating with vitality cradles a vigilant green eye within its palm.
In the ethereal realm of "New Beginning" --- a dress fashioned from the tender embrace of a newborn's receiving blanket, the essence of independence and the allure of fresh starts intertwine. This garment, delicately crafted, breathes life into the very fabric of innocence, echoing the hushed promise of new beginnings.
The vibrant world of "A Voyage of Inspiration" follows the determined journey of Evelyn, a spirited girl drawn by her father's military tales, as she dives into the world of the U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps.
In the tranquil embrace of the night, the Washington Monument stands tall and resolute, a stoic silhouette against the velvet sky. Captured from a distance, the iconic obelisk emerges majestically from the banks of the Potomac River.
In the quiet serenity of a winter's dawn, a solitary truck traverses a tranquil country road, cutting through the early morning darkness. With the first rays of the sun emerging on the horizon, the sky transforms into a breathtaking canvas of oranges and radiant golds, painting the heavens in a celestial spectacle.
