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Hassan Elhage articles

hassan elhageHassan Elhage is an undergraduate student at New York University with a strong interest in human rights, political ideology, and American and international politics. He currently writes for the Democracy Chronicles from New York City. Checkout the rest of our international team of authors as well!

The Mixed Results of the 2018 Midterm Election

by Hassan Elhage - November 10, 2018

The Mixed Results of the 2018 Midterm Election

Much of the future direction of the nation politically depends on whether Democrats can tap into their own identity and reveal to the American people a message worth voting for.

Filed Under: DC Authors Tagged With: Voter Turnout

Some of My Poetry on the Immigrant Experience

by Hassan Elhage - June 2, 2018

Some of My Poetry on the Immigrant Experience

Original poetry by Democracy Chronicles contributor Hassan Elhage, an undergraduate student at New York University with a strong interest in human rights, political ideology, and American and international politics.

Filed Under: DC Authors Tagged With: Education, Lebanon, Middle East, Political Artwork

Dozing in Delusion: Black America’s Faith in the American Dream

by Hassan Elhage - May 23, 2018

Black America’s Faith

There is meaningful variation in public opinion regarding how certain groups of Americans view the American Dream. Among the root causes of this variation is race: black Americans specifically seem to embrace the American Dream, and have consistently done so for the past few decades.

Filed Under: DC Authors Tagged With: African-American Voting Rights, Election History, Minority Voting Rights

The Democracy Fighters of the Abraham Lincoln Brigade

by Hassan Elhage - May 17, 2018

Abraham Lincoln Brigade

I finally understand how, when the Spanish Civil War ignited, a group of young Americans— inexperienced militaristically but politically aware— chose to fight the ideologically-destructive fascism. Their fight was one for democracy worldwide.

Filed Under: DC Authors Tagged With: Abraham Lincoln, African-Americans and Democracy, Capitalism and Big Business, Europe, George Orwell, Socialism and Labor, Spain

Why America Should Emulate Oregon’s Vote-by-Mail System

by Hassan Elhage - November 27, 2017

Oregon’s Vote-by-Mail System

No voter should be standing in a long line, counting the number of seconds until the end. Instead, each should hold onto their ballot in the comfort of their own home, delivered and returned at the time that works best. There’s no reason to rush democracy.

Filed Under: DC Authors Tagged With: Absentee and Mail Voting, American State Elections, Voter Turnout

How UNICEF Employs Drone Technology and Beyoncé

by Hassan Elhage - July 8, 2017

UNICEF Employs Drone Technology and Beyoncé

Through its collaborations, UNICEF is proving the effectiveness of joining forces with other powers to exhibit the most innovative ideas, services and assistive projects.

Filed Under: DC Authors Tagged With: Celebrity Politics, United Nations

The Republican’s American Health Care Act Explained

by Hassan Elhage - June 5, 2017

American Health Care Act Explained

Unlike the Affordable Care Act, the AHCA seeks to reduce the federal government’s involvement in providing healthcare. In fact, the AHCA plans to cut such federal spending by $1.15 trillion.

Filed Under: DC Authors Tagged With: Disability and Democracy, Republicans

Efforts Taken to Avoid a Civil War in Libya

by Hassan Elhage - June 4, 2017

Civil War in Libya

Despite efforts by the Libyan and American governments, Libyans themselves must engage in a movement towards solidarity to ensure a civil war is avoided—which would ultimately enable terrorism and deepen economic trouble.

Filed Under: DC Authors Tagged With: Africa, Libya, United Nations

UNICEF to Address the Increase in Unaccompanied Refugee Children

by Hassan Elhage - May 21, 2017

Increase in Unaccompanied Refugee Children

As of 2016, there are 300,000 unaccompanied child refugees and separated children globally, which is 66,000 more than in 2010 and a five-fold increase over the last seven years.

Filed Under: DC Authors Tagged With: Italy, Libya, Mexico, Political Exiles, United Nations, Worldwide

The Leadership of South Africa is Failing

by Hassan Elhage - May 19, 2017

Leadership of South Africa

The Zuma Must Fall campaign led several marches last month with a unified group consisting of diverse socioeconomic backgrounds, races, and religions. The message was loud and clear.

Filed Under: DC Authors Tagged With: Africa, Democracy Protests, South Africa, Worldwide Corruption

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In California politics, you must find your inner terminator

By Joe Mathews March 23, 2023

To protect ballot initiatives from continuous opposition, one needs robust endurance and tenacity akin to Schwarzenegger’s.

Harnessing The Power Of Juries

By Jenna Spinelle March 23, 2023

Juries are a democratic institution. They provide an important site for democratic action by citizens and their use should be revived.

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Quality Education and Prioritizing Children: Fighting GOP Exploitation

By Jack Jones March 14, 2023

The GOP has turned its back on the educational needs of America’s youth. We need to invest in our children and protect their futures.

Finding the “We” in Civic Engagement

By Jenna Spinelle March 4, 2023

Collective action problems arise for people who want to get things done. Forming functional groups is key to effective civic engagement.

Taking Cues From The American Oligarchy

By Jack Jones February 20, 2023

The more the GOP has become complete obedience to their oligarch masters, the more they are driving the right winged minded fringe.

How california made a polish poet great

By Joe Mathews February 8, 2023

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What Will It Take To Make Democracy More Representative?

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Courts Off The Deep End, Again

By Andrew Straw February 1, 2023

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By Jack Jones January 22, 2023

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Newly-launched AI-powered chatbot ChatGPT is changing the internet landscape. It presents several opportunities, including in education.

Girl Scouts Earn Democracy Badge At Workshop In Salina

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January 26, 2023

The workshop assisted Girl Scouts in grades K–10 in earning their Democracy Badge through learning activities on democracy.

Study: Media Can Reduce Polarization By Telling Personal Stories

Study: Media Can Reduce Polarization By Telling Personal Stories

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Sharing personal experiences and pairing them with facts reduces political dehumanization and increases political tolerance.

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