Politics

The Meatgrinder: Russia Sees Little Success in Winter Fighting with Ukraine

Throughout Russia's war in Ukraine, the balance of power has swung tenuously between both sides. In early spring, the war saw both Russia and Ukraine win big, as Ukraine retook territory near the capital, whilst Russia conquered much of...

2022 Midterms: Senate Results and Takeaways

On November 8, 2022, millions of voters across the country casted their ballots. These voters’ ballots decided the political balance in our government, including the US Senate. On election night, 35 out of 50 incumbent senators were up for...

The Battle in the Lone Star State Culminates in a Republican Victory

On November 8, 2022, thousands of Texan voters flooded voting locations in a desperate attempt to cast their votes. These voters knew that the voting deadline was 8 PM. After 8, election vote counters and machines counted the ballots....

The President ahead of his time: John Quincy Adams

Ambitious, brilliant, and stubborn. These qualities are often used to describe the 6th President of the United States, John Quincy Adams, and his long public service to our country. The son of the wiry old John Adams, one of...

BREAKING NEWS: Greg Abbott and Reese’s Pieces Prevail in the 2022 Jesuit Mock Elections

On November 8th, 2022, The Roundup hosted a mock election for this year’s Texas governor race between Greg Abbott and Beto O’Rourke. In addition, there was a Halloween candy competition between Reese’s Pieces and Starburst. Even though Kanye West...

Battle in the Lone Star State: 2022 Texas Elections

As of October 27, 2022, around 14 million Americans have casted their votes in pre-election ballots across 44 states. Among these states, Texas has seen 1 million early votes. Until November 8, Texan voters will be casting their ballots...

Na Na Na Na, Hey Hey Hey, Goodbye

As the midterms are quickly approaching, polls have increasingly shifted in favor of a Republican victory over the Democratic Party. Currently, Democrats control both houses of Congress and the White House. Thus, the days of unilateral passage of Democratic...

2022 Midterms Preview: Top Issues

(Image Credit: ABC 11 News) As early voting in the 2022 midterms has gotten under way, many people who haven't voted are thing about certain issues that affect them. These range from inflation, to abortion, to crime. Today, I will...

Loyalty Personified: Marcus Agrippa

For every great historical figure in the past, there was someone, whether it be a close companion, lieutenant, or follower, who made their success possible. Although great leaders deservedly warrant praise for their admirable qualities, their success depended on...