There has been leaked drafts coming from the Supreme Court that would potentially overturn Roe v. Wade. This was the landmark which legalized abortion nationwide. After the draft was leaked the Supreme Court did confirm that it was authentic however, they did clarify that there hasn’t been a final ruling. With that being said, taking away Roe v Wade could ban all abortions in less than thirty days.

There has been a huge controversy with this news getting leaked. There has been a poll that shows a nearly two to one margin, with voters opposing the overturning of Roe v. Wade. Half of voters say Roe v. Wade should not be overturned. While this decision is still up for debate, many people believe the Supreme Court is already leaning in one direction.

With that being said, there must be thoughts about what could come next. If abortion becomes illegal many believe there will be more unsafe practices by women. Making them illegal may not make them stop but rather would force woman to terminate pregnancies in a much more dangerous way. Along with this, women may also travel thousands of miles in order to safely terminate their pregnancy.

As of right now, abortions are legal while the decision is pending amongst the Supreme Court. However, with this decision being up for debate this can change in the near future. In the mean time, many people are holding protests, signing petitions, and taking votes in order to voice their opinion.

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Anorexia nervosa is an eating disorder that affects less than two percent of America. People with anorexia nervosa prioritize maintaining their lowest weight for their age or height. Many people don’t eat or avoid eating certain foods to maintain their low weight. It is also common for those with anorexia to overexercise to lose weight. According to the National Library of Medicine, this practice of undereating combined with overexercising leads to anorexia having the highest mortality rate among psychiatric disorders. Those with anorexia may still view themselves as overweight or “fat,” while appearing very thin to everyone else. This distorted perception of themselves leads to the vicious cycle of undereating to the point of physical starvation. 

Anorexia has many causes, all of which are quite different. The Mayo Clinic states that the three leading causes of anorexia are biological, psychological, and environmental. The clinic notes that biologically “[s]ome people may have a genetic tendency toward perfectionism, sensitivity and perseverance — all traits associated with anorexia.” These traits can increase one’s chance of having anorexia but don’t guarantee someone will develop it. While there isn’t too much evidence to point to biology as a leading factor in the development of anorexia, there is a surplus of evidence that points to environmental factors. Whether the environment is someone’s upbringing and family or the media, environmental factors play a substantial role in developing anorexia nervosa. Repetitive comments about weight or an emphasis on remaining thin in one’s household could increase the risk of developing anorexia.  Psychologically, someone’s body image or how they view themselves physically can increase their chance of developing anorexia nervosa. According to Abnormal Psychology in a Changing World, “[o]ther people may see them as nothing but “skin and bones,” but women with anorexia still see themselves as too fat.” Body image can play a significant role in the development of anorexia and the severity of the disorder. 

Anorexia nervosa has dangerous effects on one’s body and one’s mind. Anorexia can cause one’s otherwise healthy body to deteriorate quickly. Psychologically, anorexia nervosa can have lasting impacts. American Addiction Centers states that anorexia can lead to suicidal thoughts. Those with anorexia typically think of food constantly and tend to withdraw themselves from friends or family because of a fear of eating. Physically, anorexia can lead to a  lot of potential health issues. Mayo Clinic lists that anorexia nervosa can lead to anemia, osteoporosis, heart failure, kidney problems, and other health issues. Since someone with anorexia isn’t properly nourishing their body, organs in the body are at an increased risk of being damaged. In sporadic cases, the disorder can even lead to death. For women, anorexia can lead to the loss of their period. The Texas Fertility Center claims that “[h]aving an eating disorder, such as anorexia or bulimia, can make it more difficult to conceive.” The long-term loss of a period due to malnourishment can lead to infertility in women.The treatment of anorexia nervosa is complex. Depending on the severity of the disorder, the treatment may be intense. For example, as the textbook Abnormal Psychology in a Changing World says, “[t]reatment of anorexia nervosa may involve hospitalization, especially in cases in which weight loss becomes severe, or body weight falls rapidly.” If a patient’s life is at risk due to their weight or habits, they may be hospitalized. For cases that aren’t life-threatening, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is widely used. While this approach is effective, it can be pretty hard to treat patients with anorexia. CBT works by helping patients notice negative thought patterns and beliefs. These beliefs can be critical contributors to eating disorders. Even though treatments are widely available for anorexia, Plos One journal says that “adolescents with AN are described as resistant to the treatment due to the ego syntonic nature of the disease.” This resistance to treatment leads many people to drop out of treatment or get readmitted to the hospital within a year.

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A shooting occurred near the Virginia Middle school in the morning. This occurred at a community flag football game which happened to be at Manassas Middle School. Two people were shot and injured with one being flown to a near by hospital. There has yet to be any information about the conditions of these men along with their injuries.

According to witnesses, there had been an argument between people on the sidelines. All witnesses say that there was no way to de-escalate the situation because it all happened so fast. They began to yell at one another then suddenly things escalated quickly and it became violent.

According to the witnesses, the perpetrator was standing only a couple inches from the victim. Suddenly, without warning, the man pulled out a handgun and shot him two times. The man then took off running without anyone being able to chase after him. They do not know where the man is or where he escaped to however, they do have the name of the suspect.

Authorities have yet to catch the suspect after he fled the scene. They do know that he was about 5’6″ and had a thin build. Detectives say they are on the look out for the man who will be questioned and charged with attempted murder.

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Makeup is a powerful artform that connects thousands of people together, it’s relatively cheap and extremely versatile. It seems like everyone uses it in some form or another, and with that, comes a billion dollar industry that is bound to make shortcuts at some point or another. These shortcuts usually amount to companies using harsh chemicals or ingredients that can cause harm to its users. They are also propped up by the fact that there is little regulation over what can be used in makeup products. While the EU bans 1,328 Chemicals from being used in makeup, the United States only bans 11.

Consumers don’t typically look into all of the ingredients that go into their personal makeup products, assuming that its all regulated and safe to use. When in reality education regarding what is put into most personal care products needs to be elevated, companies get away with harming their customers because they aren’t met with the opposition of a well informed consumer. A fairly well known dangerous item used in a lot of products is Talc, used in everything from deodorant to eyeshadow. The issues with Talc were only brought to public attention by large scale lawsuits against Johnson & Johnson. The ingredient is linked to having asbestos, which can cause cancer and issues with organ toxicity. 

While there are all natural items that are available that do not contain the known harmful ingredients, they are often more expensive and in turn less accessible to the general population. There is a great gap between classes exposed in this, for those who can’t afford a healthier alternative are most vulnerable to the lack of government regulation in these areas. Large scale federal change to current policies is needed to protect all citizens. Current laws within the United States limit the legal abilities of the FDA, not allowing them to approve certain cosmetics or their ingredients. Laws only allow the FDA to intervene if there is already sufficient evidence that products don’t meet standards. These limitations need to be addressed to stop the abuse of the system by large makeup manufacturers that harm underprivileged individuals.

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Elena Kagan has had a fascinating career. Elena Kagan is a Supreme Court justice who President Obama appointed in August of 2010. According to the Supreme Court of the United States, she received a Bachelor of Arts from Princeton, a Master’s from Oxford, and a J.D. from Harvard Law School. During her career, Kagan clerked under Judge Mikva with the U.S. Court of Appeals in D.C. She then went on to clerk for Judge Marshall of the U.S. Supreme Court. Kagan then became a law professor at the University of Chicago. She also taught law at Harvard for a few years. Kagan then went on to work as part of the Clinton administration for four years. During this time, she worked as Associate Counsel to the President and then as Deputy Assistant to the President for Domestic Policy. Once she was done working for the Clintons, Kagan became the Dean of Harvard Law School. She did this for six years and stopped when President Obama nominated her for the United States’ Solicitor General. Soon after working under President Obama, Kagan was appointed by the President as an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court in May of 2010. Kagan first took her seat in the court on August 7, 2010.

 At the time she was on the court, Kagan was the youngest justice. She brought a different perspective, and many see her as the justice most in touch with pop culture. Kagan also differed from the other judges on the court because she had no prior judging experience. An article named “Elena Kagan” by Oyez states that “[s]he was forced to recuse herself frequently in her early years on the court, as a result of having worked as President Clinton’s counsel.” Because of her previous involvement with the Clinton administration, Kagan had a conflict of interest in a few cases and had to sit out. Kagan was part of two historical cases. One was Obergefell v. Hodges, where Kagan was part of the historic decision to make same-sex marriage a constitutional right. This case went against Kagan’s personal views that same-sex marriage wasn’t a federal right. This was a case that demonstrated why Kagan was called the judge most involved with pop culture. Another case that showed Kagan’s interest in pop culture was King v. Burwell. The outcome of the case was that the Affordable Care Act was named constitutional. Kagan showed her modern views in this case when she voted to make the act constitutional.

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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is coming for the mouse, Mickey Mouse, that is. This week, DeSantis has passed many new bills, including SB 4-C, which dissolves Disney’s special independent district status. Disney World’s special district, also known as the Reedy Creek Improvement District, began in 1967, which allowed Disney to operate as its own government. The district covers about 25,000 acres, ranging about 40 miles of Central Florida. The provision allowed the company to collect taxes and issue bonds, exempted the park from most state regulations, and relieved “the counties of paying for new services and infrastructure in what was once a remote and rural area.” The governor’s decision comes after Disney publicly took a stance against the newly passed Don’t Say Gay Bill in Florida. Republicans in Florida are viewing this as a betrayal. 

Florida’s attack against the mega-corporation may lead to millions of campaign contributions down the drain as Disney employs 38 lobbyists in the state and makes very “generous” campaign contributions to Florida candidates for both parties. The company has even donated to DeSantis’s campaign for governor of the state; therefore, the governor must scramble to find funds that are not from the mouse’s pockets. The bill will take into effect in June 2023, leaving Disney with two options. If eliminated, the first option is to reapply for a special district, which will most likely be denied because the governor and his party have made it clear they have now turned their backs on the company. Then there is option two, where the company could decrease or halt its future investments in the resort. 

Furthermore, Republican lawmakers in the U.S. Congress stated they would vote to oppose renewing Disney’s company copyright on Mickey Mouse within the next two years because of their “political and sexual agenda.” One must realize that if the company were to side with the governor’s party, this would not be happening. In addition, a corporation such as Disney has significant political power, and most people tend to forget that. Florida is an example of how much Disney has influenced politics. There needs to be rules and regulations on how much influence billion-dollar companies have on politics. Overall, the governor’s homophobic legislation is not moving society forward but setting it back 20 years. Companies like Disney are doing a fair job at opposing that, but that does not mean that they should have an extreme amount of political power.

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Patrick Lyoya was shot on April fourth during a tragic incident with an officer. An officer who is part of the Grand Rapids Police Department shot Lyoya after allegedly pulling him over for an unregistered license plate. There was several different video cameras pointed at this fatal moment. However, this moment was not long lasting, each clip of footage capturing the short two minutes and forty second interaction.

Patrick Lyoya moved to Grand Rapids in 2014 in order to start a better life than the one he was living. He came for opportunity and a promising life ahead of him. He was extremely involved in the church and was a part of the Restoration Community Church. He was described as quiet, kind, and loving by his peers.

The footage given by the police department is the biggest form of evidence that has been brought up. The video shows Lyoya turning his back to the officer and walking to the front of the car. The officer then grabs him on the shoulders while Lyoya resists the officers touch. It then begins to get violent when the officer tackles him to the ground and pulling out his taser. The officer and Lyoya begin fighting on the ground before the shot is fired.

The autopsy report shows that Lyoya was shot in the back of the head. What is known is that Lyoya was unarmed at the time of the incident. It was noted that there was a bit of a struggle leading up to the shooting. However, at the exact time he was shot Lyoya was facedown on the ground. There is currently an investigation to gather further information about this incident.

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