Writing Portfolio

  • Controversial arrest sparks outrage in Philadelphia

    Starbucks faces backlash after two black men were arrested for standing in the establishment for two minutes.

  • “Saturday Night Live” alum returns to host an episode

    Former Saturday Night Live cast member Bill Hader returned to the comedy show as host on March 18. During the SNL episode, Hader played some iconic characters such as Stefon during the Weekend Update segment, Communications Director Anthony Scaramucci in the cold open and Devin in the Californians skit.

  • Despite efforts, administration lifts ban on trophies

    Recently the Trump administration quietly lifted the ban on elephant and rhino trophies.

  • Staff Secretary Rob Porter should have resigned sooner

    White House Staff Secretary Rob Porter has resigned due to alleged domestic abuse claims by two of his ex-wives.

  • T.V. networks schedule 25 days of holiday programming

    It’s that time of year again for Freeform’s “25 Days of Christmas” movie marathon. This year Freeform will celebrate the 21st anniversary of their beloved holiday tradition. Freeform started the marathon in November to market people’s obsession with Christmas. The “25 Days of Christmas” movie lineup includes classic clay animation movies such as “A Year Without Santa” and “Little Drummer,” as well as “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation,” “Elf,” “Polar Express” and many more.

  • Journalist t-shirt is offensive and should not be sold

    Since the election, the news media has been the target of fake news attacks through the current president’s tweets and through selling of explicit shirts. Recently, Walmart removed a T-shirt from third company website manufacturer, Teespring, that said, “Rope. Tree. Journalist. Some assembly required.”

  • Toy stores sell millions of popular toys for the holidays

    The best part about the holiday season is the gift exchange. According to Toys “R” Us, the hottest 2017 toys are L.O.L. (Little Outrageous Little) Surprise, Fingerlings, Power Wheel Boomerang, Nintendo Switch and Hatchimals.

  • Balloons fly through New York for Thanksgiving Parade

    To kick off the holiday season, Macy’s held their 91st parade that took over Macy’s Herald Square last Thursday. The parade, however, came right after a recent terrorist attack in lower Manhattan, calling for a high police presence before, during, and after the event.

  • Facebook should collaborate more with media outlets

    The Facebook Explore test is to see if Facebook users prefer two separate feeds: one for family and friends and one for news and businesses. It will be easier for users to connect with friends and family without the cluster of news articles and ads in the way.

  • This Halloween “Wonder Woman” costumes reign

    As Halloween came and left, most people were either purchasing last minute costumes or binge watching the first season of the Netflix Original series “Stranger Things” before the premiere of the second season last Friday. This year’s Halloween was about embracing each of our inner superheroes and clowns.

  • “Megyn Kelly Today” ratings plummet after first week

    NBC News’ latest talk show, “Megyn Kelly Today,” declined in ratings since the premiere of the show.

  • President Trump should focus on helping Puerto Rico

    When President Trump was mass tweeting about NFL players kneeling and the recent Senate health care bill, 3.4 million Puerto Rican residents were facing the aftermath of Hurricane Maria.

  • Obamacare's future is unsure as new bills are put forth.

    Sens. Lindsey Graham and Bill Cassidy proposed a new bill to repeal the Affordable Care Act, the fourth attempt during the Trump administration to repeal the Affordable Care Act, popularly known as Obamacare.

  • The Boss Takes a Stand on North Carolina Anti-Gay Law

    New Jersey Native rocker Bruce Springsteen canceled his concert in North Carolina on April 10th because of the anti-gay law.