Political Polarization in 2020
Over the past few years, a growing trend is becoming more apparent in the sphere of politics — left versus right. Reporter Connor Steffen takes a closer look at what’s fueling the partisan divide.
Battleground State, Battleground University
The KSU Republicans and Democrats have been hard at work these last two weeks going into Super Tuesday. They have been phone banking for their respective candidates, and I sat down with their respective leadership to discuss what they have been doing going into the final closing arguments of this presidential race.
Kent State prepares for election week
The semester began with high racial tension due to the messages painted on the front campus rock. With the presidential election approaching, Kent State is preparing for the unknown. Alencia Lang has the story.
Early voting options for safety in Cleveland
We know that people across the country have shown up in record numbers to vote early or by absentee. Ben Pagani went to Cleveland to take us through that process in a metropolitan setting, especially with concerns among the virus rising again.
What Issues are College Students Interested in
College students have always been told their vote is the most important for the election, but what are those issues that matter most to them? Ian Herrmann has the story.
Theres more to the election than the 2 candidates.
BEHIND THE CANDIDATES, THERE ARE THE PARTIES THAT THEY REPRESENT. MANY LOOK PASS THE PARTIES AND WHAT THEY REPRESENT.
Poll Workers in 2020
Poll workers are some of the most important people in elections, but this election will be unlike any other for poll workers. Jack Berney has the story.
Can We Trust Election Polling?
Election season in the United States brings lots of choices and division for American citizens. In 2020, the election seems fairly close to 2016 – when polls had Hillary Clinton up by at least two points – compared to this year with Biden up by at least three points in most states. But based on 2016 polling numbers and the results of the election, are the polls able to be trusted?
Two Kent State students aid the community financially
Everyday life has changed drastically for students since the Covid-19 pandemic, especially financially. Because of this, two Kent State students created a way to help people like Zavien Parker. Alencia Lang has the story.
Health Experts Warn of Possible “Twindemic”
AMIDST A NATIONWIDE SURGE IN COVID-19 CASES — HEALTH EXPERTS WARN THE ONSET OF FLU SEASON COULD GIVE RISE TO A NEW HEALTH CRISIS THIS FALL. CONNOR STEFFEN REPORTS