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The Results Are In: The 2024 U.S.–and Léman–Presidential Elections
The past few months have led up to one night, Tuesday, November 5th, and had most of us eagerly seeking an answer to one question: Who will lead our country for the next four years?
By Sofia Doucette •
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George Santos’s Replacement May be a Gamechanger for Democrats
“Suozzi took back the seat he held for 6 years before Santos, which has narrowed the gap between Republicans and Democrats in the House of Representatives; now a close 219 - 213. This could be a significant aid to the Democrats in the November elections”.
By Elizabeth Volpert •
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Could Our Next President Be A Convicted Criminal? A Guide to Trump’s Criminal Cases
Over the past few months, former President Donald Trump has seemingly gone back to living in a government establishment, only this time it is courthouses instead of the White House.
By Sofia Doucette •
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Nikki Haley dropped out of the Republican candidate race on Super Tuesday.
Nikki Haley was a republican candidate for the 2024 presidential election. Prior to a few weeks ago, she was competing with former President Trump to become the republican nominee.
By Genevieve Coren •
The Exciting World of the IB Course Selection
The IB, International Baccalaureate, is a rigorous program which students here at Léman as well as many schools in the United States and internationally take to challenge themselves and pursue their interests. As sophomores make their IB course selections within the next few weeks, here is a rundown.
By Blair Walsh •
News Analysis: Silent Protest Against Derogatory Language Sends a Message Focused on Change
In a powerful display of advocacy, students at Léman Manhattan came together on Monday, February 12, 2024, in a silent protest organized by the Black Student Union (BSU) to denounce the use of slurs and derogatory language against minorities within the school community.
By Zander E Sargeant •
Yusef Salaam's Powerful Presentation: Reflecting on the Exonerated Five Case at Léman
In a thought-provoking event at Léman Manhattan Preparatory School, Yusef Salaam, one of the Exonerated Five, formerly known as the Central Park Five, presented his compelling story and shed light on the injustices he endured.
By Zander E Sargeant •
Léman’s Production of Shrek the Musical Marks Main Stage’s 10th Anniversary
Continuing a theatrical tradition at Léman, the Main Stage musical is back this Spring on February 29, March 1st, and 2nd with a production of Shrek the Musical!
By Genevieve Coren •
New York City Welcomes Influx of School-Age Migrants
All across the city, schools in nearly every borough have opened their doors and classrooms to new students from across the world. And it hasn’t been easy.
By Nola Lee •
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The United Nations General Assembly- in General
Beginning on September 19th, just a 20 minute drive from the Leman Upper School, the United Nations met to discuss and debate this year’s critical issues.
By Elizabeth Volpert •
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Student Government Elections Bring Exciting Results and Close Contests
The much-anticipated student government elections at Léman Manhattan came to a conclusion on May 24th, with a remarkable turnout and several close contests.
By Zander E Sargeant •
The United States TikTok Ban
The White House is threatening to ban TikTok in the United States if the app does not separate from the Chinese company that owns it.
By Genevieve Coren •
New Mississippi Law Hearkens Back to Jim Crow Era
Mississippi Government passes new law, which people have coined the "Modren Jim Crow Law".
By Elizabeth Volpert •
Forever Chemicals and the World
Have you ever wondered about the materials in your clothes? Where they were made, who made them, and whether there are risks to wearing them? Although the risk is still not clear to most experts yet, toxic chemicals have been found in hundreds of products and clothing bought off the racks and clothing websites worldwide.
By Blair Walsh •
Trump Faces Historic 34 Felony Indictment on Hush-Money Payments
Former President Donald Trump was arraigned on April 4th in New York City related to hush-money payments to an adult film actress with whom he had an extramarital affair, in an event that left an impact on New York City and could prove consequential in his bid for the Republican nomination in 2024.
By Brandon Curo •
The Earthquakes in Turkey and Syria
The people of Turkey and Syria recover their destructed land after a 7.8 magnitude earthquake hits.
By Blair Walsh •
Everything You Need To Know About Biden’s State Of The Union Address
Looking at Biden's State of the Union Address, including Biden's mentions of recovery from COVID, abortion, gun violence and the US's involvement in the Russia v Ukraine War.
By Elizabeth Volpert •
Léman Celebrates Lunar New Year: The Celebration of the Rabbit
Lunar New Year is a very exciting and well-recognized holiday that has been celebrated for over 3,500 years in many different parts of China and southeast Asia. It is a traditional holiday celebrated by millions of people around the world, and recently featured in events here at Léman.
By Zander E Sargeant •
The Fight Against Climate Change
As the fight against climate change continues, world leaders have been meeting on future action and others’ lackluster response. This relates to
By Blair Walsh •
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The Grim Future of Affirmative Action
As the Supreme Court grapples with two cases presented before them on the issue of affirmative action, questions on the future of this fundamental policy and the validity of including race in college applications resurface.
By Brandon Curo •
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Red Wave Hits Blue Wall - How the Outcome of the Midterms Will Impact the U.S
Despite Republicans’ expectancy to sweep Congress, Democrats were able to stand their ground. Now the outcome of major laws including abortion rights, as well as the 2024 elections, are going to be affected.
By Sofia Doucette •
Léman Welcomes 47 New Students to NHS
The National Honor Society recently inducted its newest class of Léman students in a ceremony at the Upper School Theater.
By Zander E Sargeant •
The Problem Driving the U.S Crazy: Unstable Gas Prices
Gas prices have risen since the beginning of the pandemic in 2020, adding on to the economic pressures it created. The unstable prices have also complicated transport, which has not gone unnoticed by suppliers.
By Zander E Sargeant •
Tension in Most Recent Brazilian Presidential Election
The Brazilian candidates, Jair Bolsonaro of the right wing and Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva from the left wing, competed in a classic political struggle for power, in which Silva emerged victorious.
By Brandon Curo •
Iranian Protests Focus on Women, Life, and Freedom
Protests have erupted all over Iran after a young woman died under custody for failing to properly cover her hair.
By Blair Walsh •
