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29Jul

By I.M. KeroNo Comments

Opinion, Politics

Could UK continue after Brexit?

On June 23, 2016, the United Kingdom voted in a historic referendum on whether or not the UK should leave or remain in the European Union. The people voted to leave. After the referendum, a chain of events followed with David Cameron resigning as Prime Minister, and Theresa May as the new head of Parliament. However, the “Brexit” could become more complex. This may just be an exit only for England and Wales, or possibly the end of the United Kingdom. (more…)

29Jul

By I.M. KeroNo Comments

Opinion, Politics

GOP platform pushes to the right, yet contradicts

With Donald Trump now the confirmed presidential nominee for the Republican Party, his planned policies have influenced the GOP to form a new platform that pushes to the right, yet contradicts they rhetoric of their presidential nominee. However, many of the traditional conservatives and moderate Republicans are not very pleased with this shift on the political spectrum. (more…)

28Jul

By I.M. KeroNo Comments

Politics

With Kaine as VP, Clinton aims for center

On July 22, presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton announced Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Va., as her running mate. The announcement came when she sent a text message to her campaign supporters. Her selection of Kaine describes the type of campaign Clinton aims to create and how she plans to govern if elected president. (more…)

17Jun

By I.M. KeroNo Comments

Opinion, Politics

The Transgender Issue Is About Healthcare and Not Bathrooms

Even though the population of transgender individuals in America is an extremely small one, the media has caused a massive rise of attention towards the individuals. The current dilemma is one concern the use of their bathrooms in public space. Are transgender people allowed to use the bathroom that associates with the gender they identify as? President Obama thinks yes, but many conservatives think they should not. Like with all political debates, there are legitimate concerns on both sides. However, the solution to this dilemma is not as complex as most people think. (more…)

17Jun

By I.M. KeroNo Comments

Opinion, Politics

American Politics Could Become European

They are many that are concluding that the American political parties are beginning to realign. Actually, their realignment is coming to an end, and new era of American politics is coming to fruition. That being said, thirty-six years in the making the parties have been realigning into something different, but they are possibly going to resemble the party models seen in Europe. (more…)

12May

By I.M. KeroNo Comments

Politics

SGA Elections Bring New Government

The New and Outgoing Presidents Newly elected Student Body President Jesus Padilla and outgoing president Joshua Llamas came to The Bridge News to share their thoughts. The two were asked diverse questions corresponding with their new positions. Padilla was asked about his plans and concerns for his new presidency and newly-formed government. Llamas spoke about his time as president. Coming in at the relatively young age of 18, Padilla aims to mark his presidency by continuing on the incomplete efforts of Llamas. At the same time, he is strategizing how he can work to resolve student issues. Food and nutrition for TAMIU students and advancing the campus’ internet capabilities are among these issues. Concerning food, Padilla explained an ongoing effort to create a student food pantry. Th...

12May

By I.M. KeroNo Comments

On Campus, Politics

New Gun Law To Take Effect At TAMIU

Melissa Castro, a new staff member for The Bridge News, also contributed to this report. The recently established Campus Carry Law comes into effect on August 1, 2016. It has has been raising eyebrows from Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) students. On April 27, 2016, The Texas A&M University System (TAMUS) Board of Regents accepted to comply with the law governing Campus Carry in all campuses including Texas A&M International University. TAMIU President Dr. Ray Keck states, “We are an agency of the State of Texas and are required by law to comply with the applicable Texas law. Our rules for the campus will be in place with the law’s activation later this year.” According to the Senate Bill 11, Campus Carry Law allows license holders to carry a concealed handgun...

28Mar

By I.M. KeroNo Comments

Politics

Webb County Democrats Pass Resolutions for their Party Platform

The Webb County Democratic Party held a convention in order to pass new resolutions for their party platform. Held in the De La Garza Building at Laredo Community College, the convention took place a few weeks after the Texas Primary. On that Saturday morning, men and women of Laredo of all ages convened to discuss the new resolutions. The resolutions were mainly on ensuring that democratic voters unite to support the eventual nominee for the presidential election this November. Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton won Texas with 71% of the vote while also winning Webb County in particular. Her husband, former President Bill Clinton was in TAMIU to campaign for her before the primaries. However, even with the numbers, there are still dedicated supporters of Senator Bernie Sande...

28Mar

By I.M. KeroNo Comments

Politics

New Legislation for Cuban Immigrants

Texas Congressmen Henry Cuellar (D) and Blake Farenthold (R) have recently introduced a new bill called the Correcting Unfair Benefits for Aliens Act or (CUBA). As stated by its acronym, the legislation deals with Cuban immigration. The bi-partisan bill aims to establish the same immigration standards for Cuban immigrants as they would be set for any other immigrant. Currently, Cuban immigrants are protected by the Cuban Adjustment Act of 1966, signed into law by President Lyndon B. Johnson, four years after the tense Cuban Missile Crisis. The legislation allowed easier migration for Cubans into the United States. They were given special treatment, usually as refugees, to seek asylum in America and escape Fidel Castro’s Communist regime. The bill also allowed for U.S. citizens to bring...

21Mar

By Iris Vasquez GuerreroNo Comments

Politics

To Vote Or Not To Vote?

This is the final installment of a three-part series covering Bill Clinton’s visit to TAMIU and related topics. By Iris Vasquez Guerrero Students seem to feel like they make up a large part of the voting population. While this may be true, they are not showing up to vote. (more…)

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