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the TRUMP card Denzel Pierre @HHSTodayOnline In a flurry of egotistical comments and Bejamin Franklins, Donald Trump has taken the political arena by storm. He lives louder than we would expect for a politician. He’s a billionaire not afraid to show he is a billionaire. His audacity appeals to the public. He uses his wealth to avoid getting in trouble for situations that could ruin other politicians careers.

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This is absolutely outlandish. We cannot allow Trump to have this kind of leeway. When society allows Trump to get away with acting unprofessionally, we accept that behavior of our potential leaders. Trump should not be treated differently due to his wealth or fame. Every time Trump gets away with saying something other less affluent politicians would not and could not, it strengthens the implication that economic capital is a free pass. At a

EET THE CANDIDATES

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ticular barrier; Article II of the Constitution sets forth the natural-born citizen clause, limiting presidential candidacy to those born on American-controlled soil or to a parent holding American citizenship. Quite frankly, this

time period where the weath gap is increasing, it’s dangerous to elevate the rich to an untouchable position. With his success in the Republican Primary election polls, there is a possibility of him becoming the primary candidate for the Republican Party, and even the President of the United States. If voters hold Trump to different standards than other candidates, then the consequences for the citizenry may be grave indeed.

makes no sense. An individual who is raised in America, renounces their foreign citizenship and upholds their civic duties is ineligible because of the circumstances of his or her birth. Where an individual is born holds no bearing on

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A LOOK AT THE 2016 PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION

NOT ALL AMERICANS CAN GROW UP TO BE PRESIDENT John Veliz @thejohnveliz The American Dream is the principle that, given hard work, you can achieve whatever goal -- becoming a fireman, astronaut or maybe even President. Yet this last career holds a par-

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their dedication to their nation or their ability to run the executive branch. If anything, being an immigrant makes one even more grateful for the rights of being an American citizen – or at least those granted those to them.

I opened Twitter and was greeted by a the sight of an old white man with yellow-gray hair. “THERE WILL BE HELL TOUPEE,” read the text above his face. It was a meme of Donald Trump. With the presidential election just over a year away, there is little time to mock the potential candidates for their hair choices. While it’s tempting to fall into the trap of poking fun at Trump (he makes it all too easy) and other presidential candidates, we should be aware that the election is a very important part of America’s future and that we must take it seriously. Maybe it’s time to educate ourselves about what the candidates have to offer. While it isn’t as interesting as ridiculing politicians, it might just lead us to a brighter future. -Monisha Pillai

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should we joke about the political process?

A billionaire, a neurosurgeon, a misogynistic woman and 13 white guys walk into the Reagan Library. Without even trying, the GOP debates sound like the set-up to a bad joke. After constant nagging by the Baby Boomers, America’s youth is finally participating in the political process. With access to the internet, it’s only natural that people create comedic tweets, vines and photos in response to the election. We should celebrate the fact that they care enough to generate content and spark discussions. After all, joking about Donald Trump is a result of having an opinion about his candidacy. When the candidates themselves are absolute jokes, why shouldn’t we be allowed to laugh at them? -Shelby Shoup

YES

O’MALLEY

CLINTON

SANDERS

TRUMP

CARSON

BUSH

Martin O’Malley does not believe in abortion restrictions. He supports stem cell research, samesex marriage. He wants investment in renewable energy and anti- poverty programs to support the middle class.

A former First Lady, Hillary Clinton advocates for sustainable energy. and has reformed her opinion on same-sex marriage to support the LGBT community. She feels it is time for a woman to be president.

An advocate for true democracy, and economic justice, Bernie Sanders believes in strengthening the middle class and taking big money out of politics. Sanders would be the first non- christian president.

Famous billionaire Donald Trump believes climate change is a hoax and wants to build a wall along the MexicoUS border. He advocates against overly funding the Department of Education and gun control.

Neurosurgeon Ben Carson supports getting rid of Common Core and gun control. He advocates for police body cameras. Despite his belief that homosexuality is a choice, he will not deny gay marriage .

Jeb Bush believes in applying some restrictions on abortions, and imposing a law to make mandatory pediatric vaccinations. He also supports a free market system and “stand your ground” laws.