The United States has elected an African-American man twice in a row—in 2008, people remarked about the huge historical significance of Barack Obama's election, since it marked an advancement in race relations. In being elected to the US presidency, however, Obama defeated Hilary Clinton, who if elected to the presidency, would have created history in her way, by becoming the … [Read more...] about One Nation Under Who?: A Woman?
Archives for February 2014
Scrolling Scribe: Tales of Cupcakery
Each week on Scrolling Scribe, editors will select their favorite archived articles and repost them for your reading pleasure. Originally published on September 16, 2011. By Elise Fabbro In an age where a great majority of Americans are obese, people now stand in long lines for a $5.00-thousand-calorie-cupcake. Cupcake bakeries (hence known as cupcakeries) have … [Read more...] about Scrolling Scribe: Tales of Cupcakery
Girls on Film: While Everyone’s Talking About “House of Cards”….
Last year, Netflix launched a new political drama entitled "House of Cards." Recently season 2 came out on the popular website, which gained numerous positive reviews from viewers. I only recently started watching the series, and while I could go on and on about why the show has gained such popularity, I would rather talk about the wife of the protagonist: Claire Underwood … [Read more...] about Girls on Film: While Everyone’s Talking About “House of Cards”….
Daily Art: Pushing the Boundaries
Every now and then, I will come across videos of artists that make paintings with their hair, feet, anything that has the potential to leave a mark. The first question that is asked is, Is this really art? Now, the general consensus seems to be that anything unique and one of a kind is worth having. In my opinion, any kind of art that has pushed or gone beyond the … [Read more...] about Daily Art: Pushing the Boundaries
It’s A Beautiful Day: The Logic of the Coenian Universe
Nikita Lamba studies film at USC. She grew up all over the world but currently lives in Los Angeles. Nikita feels uncomfortable around cats, has no sense of direction, and enjoys lying to people she meets at parties. “The Uncertainty Principle. It proves we can’t ever really know… what’s going on. So it shouldn’t bother … [Read more...] about It’s A Beautiful Day: The Logic of the Coenian Universe