Legacy of Resistance: Le Pen Stirs Memories of WWII Persecution of French Jews
I come from a family of French Jews. Now, as the French presidential election is nearing, my family is closely following the news.
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Honoring Jordan Edwards
Jordan Edwards, 15, was killed by a police officer on April 29, 2017. As we talk about his life, do the words we use to describe him matter?
Brooke’s Story: A Daughter Reconnects With Her Father After Prison
Brooke Anderson writes this open letter to her father, who was sent to prison when she was an infant, and with…
Access to Healthcare is Access to Life
Meet Risa Padilla, 18, from Oakland. Risa has asthma, severe allergies, and a rare condition called AMPS (amplified musculoskeletal pain syndrome). AMPS is an abnormal pain reflex. Even a mild pain signal can be extremely painful.
California Youth Weigh In: Mental Health
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. We asked young people across California to share their own experiences with mental health issues.
Could Your Next Therapist Be Your Phone?
I use my phone to find directions, figure out where to eat, or call a car. So why can’t I use my iPhone when I’m feeling down too?
My Teacher Gave Me A Second Chance, And It Changed My Life
When the police came, my teacher got in the police car with me. At the station, I heard her tell my mom, “I’m not gonna let them take him away from you.” I was in third grade.
Illustrated Commentary: A Piece Of Mind
Every now and then I still find myself in a potentially threatening situation, and I start to think about getting a gun.
Fix That FAFSA: How To Negotiate Your Financial Aid Package
The deadline to accept your financial aid package is May 1st. So you need this, like, NOW.