What Does Being Politically Active Mean to You?
Do teens today identify with political parties, or are they redefining political action? What does being politically active mean to you? #DoNowPolitics
Desmond Meagley
Meet The Woman Behind Hillary Clinton’s Campaign
Some people are calling 2016 the ‘most important election of our lifetimes’, and it’s easy to see why. Technology is providing venues for new voices to have their say on issues that will have a global impact; the emotions of both the right and the left run high as the country prepares to decide what direction its leadership will take; all while more and more social-media-savvy millennials are reaching voting age.
Why I’m Not A Democrat… Or A Republican
Growing up, my understanding of politics could be summed up in two words: Republican and Democrat.
Why I’m Not A Democrat… Or A Republican
Growing up, my understanding of politics can be summed up in two words: Republican and Democrat. But now that I’m 18, I don’t identify with any political party. My own political involvement mostly happens in front of a computer screen.
Gun Access Can Turn Suicidal Thoughts Into Actions
Youth Radio’s Desmond Meagley explores what contributes to teen suicide, and how firearms can affect the chances of suicidal thoughts becoming reality.
Hungry For Family Time
When I was younger, there was no problem that a hot meal and a long chat with my parents couldn’t solve. Problem is, now I can’t seem to get their attention.
The Hazards of Growing Up on Treasure Island: One of the Most Beautiful Places on Earth
Some residents who live on Treasure Island in the San Francisco Bay are concerned about exposure to toxins, because many areas on the island have been marked as radioactive. Young people who live there worry about potential health risks.
What It’s Like To Have Obamacare
I get angry when politicians talk about the Affordable Care Act like it’s the death of the American dream. Because…
Taking Control Of My Education
Most adults couldn’t understand why I’d give up on my high school education.