Wadsworth High School
Newspaper II/III
October 2016
The
1870 - 2016 Wadsworth City Schools: “Celebrating 145 years of Excellence in Education”
Volume XLII No. I
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Nov. 8 Election Day
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Election turns away young voters BY COLIN WRIGHT AND JACKIE TOTH
“Build that wall,” a voice rang through the Wadsworth Performing Arts Center during a cultural performance. The call came from a student, and was directed toward Costa Rican dancers who were hosted by WHS for several weeks in September. The speaker may have been joking, but this reveals something about the upcoming election. Young people are taking the hostile rhetoric of our politicians and using it against others. “The debates consist of name calling... [the candidates] go back and forth putting each other down,” said Maddie Wilson, 10. Young people who are just getting involved in the political process for the first time are struggling with the decision between two seemingly intolerable candidates. “I think young people are more interested in politics than ever... Young people are much more informed than they used to be. I’ve noticed that through teaching this age group,” said Mr. Knapp. As the level of interest grows, however, so does the uneasiness about voting. “I’m not old enough to vote, and if I was old enough, I’m not actually sure that I’d want
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to vote. At least not during this election,” said Joseph Dietrich, 10. To young people who once looked forward to their chance to vote, this election is particularly discouraging. Republicans and Democrats both struggle to connect with younger voters. “It’s sad that the American people are forced to choose between the ‘lesser of two evils’ in this election, because those who don’t agree with Clinton or Trump are forced to support candidates who have no chance of winning... the American people deserve a better, more positive voice that they are not getting,” said Sophie Boulter, 11. The behavior of both candidates leaves Americans bitter and disappointed. All voters expect professional behavior at a national debate. Many Americans feel that the candidates do not address enough issues, and instead, attempt to make the other look bad. Americans are still encouraged to vote by many public figures, including President Barack Obama. Voter registration drives occurred nationwide throughout September and early October. “I believe this election should spark voting more than ever, but some just don’t take advantage of the privileges we as a nation have been given,” said Hannah Hines, 10. Teenagers fear the unknown
Former Grizzly competes in Paralympics in Brazil
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consequences of a Trump or Clinton presidency. Many feel that with Trump, a nuclear war is inevitable. Others believe that under a Clinton administration, the government will become corrupt and cater to financial institutions. For some, the stakes are extremely high. The future of the Supreme Court also hangs in the balance. The candidate that wins the election will be responsible for choosing justices that shape the nation. The impact of this election may not immediately effect Wadsworth, but will immediately effect the entire nation as a whole.
Who do you support?
Colleges look to recruit student athletes too early
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The third and final national debate was held on October 19. The debate featured six fifteen-minute segments. The candidates contentiously discussed immigration, the economy, and the Supreme Court, among other issues.
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Donald Trump- 46% Hillary Clinton- 33% Gary Johnson - 16% Jill Stein- 5%
Homecoming Photos
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INDEX PAGE Editorial...............................................2 News.....................................................3 Opinion...........................................4, 6 Ads.............................................5, 7, 12 Picture Pages...................................8, 9 Features.............................................13 Sports...........................................10, 11 Entertainment..................................14 Of the Month....................................15 Speakout............................................16
Results from a Twitter poll of 209 students
Has this election increased or decreased your interest in politics? Increased- 44% Decreased- 44% Unaffected- 12% Results from a Twitter poll of 172 students
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Tensions flare between protestors in Charlotte, NC.
Racial tension divides nation BY JACKIE TOTH AND COLIN WRIGHT
Over the past couple years, race relations in the United States have continued to deteriorate. The division between races is constantly growing, fueled by police killings and observable racism in society. In response to the shooting death of Trayvon Martin, the Black Lives Matter organization was created by Alicia Garza to combat the “virulent anti-Black racism that permeates our society.” Black Lives Matter stages marches and protests in major cities across the nation, calling black Americans to action. Following the formation of Black Lives Matter, people began using the phrase “All Lives Matter.” Those who stand behind this statement believe Black Lives Matter overlooks the importance of the lives of other individuals, including
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those in law enforcement. “I know from personal experience what a police officer goes through day to day,” said Kenzie Grice, 11, whose father is a police officer. “I don’t like it when [BLM] makes assumptions about police officers because there have been poor actions on both sides.” The topic of police brutality has been hotly debated. Riots have been incited in retaliation against policerelated violence. “People have a right to protest peacefully, but rioting is not helping matters. It’s making things worse at that point,” said Officer Innocenti. Even though Wadsworth is 96.9% white (according to the 2010 census), these issues still reach the city through media platforms; providing perspective to people who would otherwise be uninformed.