The Minuteman: The Official Newspaper of Newark Academy since 1940

The Minuteman

The Official Newark Academy Newspaper

Author: vbala20

  • Safe Spaces: Are They Safe for Us?

    Safe Spaces: Are They Safe for Us?

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    By Vikram Bala ‘20, News Editor **The purpose of the News section is to provoke thought and discussion among the school community about current events and topics in the world. All opinions in this article are either those of interviewed students, or intended to give voice to both sides of the topic. The News Section…

  • The Impact of Voting in the Local Elections

    The Impact of Voting in the Local Elections

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    By Kayla Cohen ‘21, News Writer Many Newark Academy students may be unaware of the significant local election that will be held on November 6th this year. However, voting in local elections is extremely important, since those elected will represent your county in Congress. In addition, this year’s election could alter partisan control of the…

  • Who Copied Whom? Trump and Khan: Modern Leaders

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    By Vikram Bala ‘20, News Editor Cricket players are akin not only to celebrities in South Asia, but are often elevated to the level of worship only given to God. Imran Khan exemplifies such worship. Elected Prime Minister of Pakistan in August of this past summer, he has generated much controversy and debate over his…

  • Ten News Stories From Summer 2018 You Might Have Missed

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    By Simon Gorbaty ’19, News Editor Separation of families at the U.S.-Mexico border, updates on the Trump-Russia investigation, a trade war with China, a World Cup victory for France, and the passing of icons “Queen of Soul” Aretha Franklin and Senator John McCain have dominated the headlines this summer. But so much more has occurred…