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In order to respond quickly to political disputes, councilmembers should have the ability to meet spontaneously.

D.C. Council Must Prioritize Efficiency by Allowing Private Meetings

Daphne Zwicker ’26, Opinion Editor April 27, 2025
On April 1, the Washington, D.C. City Council introduced the Open Meetings Act, which would allow council members to meet in private to discuss political matters and district policy.
Prom is held the weekend before final exams.

Prom Should Not be Held on Memorial Day Weekend

Maira Zaidi ’27, Opinion Editor April 27, 2025
While seniors can enjoy Prom without the pressure of looming final exams, juniors are under intense stress, as the final end-of-year exams of their high school career are just around the corner.
“Adolescence” provides an example of how toxic masculinity and the manosphere can hurt women and girls.

“Adolescence” Reflects Dangers of the Manosphere

Maira Zaidi ’27, Opinion Editor April 27, 2025
“Adolescence” follows 13-year-old Jamie Miller, who is arrested for the murder of his female classmate, Katie Leonard. Throughout the show, effects of the “manosphere,” toxic masculinity and online radicalization are explored with regard to young boys.
Trump and Putin’s close friendship poses the threat of  U.S.  prioritization of Russian interests over domestic concerns.

Trump’s Friendship with Putin Threatens US Interests

Leo Herman ’27, Staff Writer April 27, 2025
Even with Putin threatening a close U.S. ally, Trump has yet to take any real action to pressure Putin to agree to a ceasefire with Ukraine.
Le Pen’s loyal fanbase has expanded following her conviction of embezzlement in March.

The Aftermath of Le Pen’s Conviction Threatens Extremism

Martha Pendle ’28, Staff Writer April 27, 2025
On March 29, a French criminal court found far-right figurehead Marine Le Pen guilty of embezzling European Union funds.
College counseling programming currently begins in junior year.

PRO: Should Sidwell College Counseling Begin Earlier?

Daphne Zwicker ’26, Opinion Editor April 27, 2025
Starting college counseling programming at the end of the sophomore year would allow students more flexibility with their schedules by providing them with greater awareness of the college search and testing processes. 
College counseling programming currently begins in junior year.

CON: Should Sidwell College Counseling Begin Earlier?

Ishani Agrawal ’28, Staff Writer April 27, 2025
Introducing college counseling to underclassmen could inadvertently mount pressure and stress on students who should instead be focused on their high school experience. 
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