Tag: February 2025
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The New Secretary of Defense, Pete Hegseth, has Questionable Qualifications by Molly Castle ’25
Pete Hegseth, now the appointed Secretary of Defense, has faced immense questioning from the public, Congress, and the military about his qualifications for the position. His military experience is not insubstantial but is not on par with what is standard for a Secretary of Defense. Hegseth was a Major in the infantry of the Army…
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Congestion Pricing: A Debate by Beatrix Worthington ’25
Students at Bard High School Early College Queens don’t own cars, and aren’t driving to school. That doesn’t stop them from having thoughts on congestion pricing. It’s been over a month since the MTA unveiled its Congestion Relief sign at Broadway and West 61st street, sparking outrage (and occasional support) in New Yorkers who commute…