Double-Edged Power: Soothe Some, Brainwash Others

Friday, November 13, 2015. This is the day everyone remembers for the horrendous news of the Paris terrorist attacks, in which 130 people were killed. As the situation unfolded, the Islamic State group claimed responsibility for the attack. The French flag colors almost immediately flooded the global social space as a symbol through which people expressed sympathy, support and strength in the face […]

#PrayForParis … and the Rest of the World

As the news of the Islamic State’s attacks on Paris unfolded, variations of a social media post began to stir controversy across platforms. The post highlighted tragic events across the world and encouraged expressions of sympathy. But the “Pray for…” hashtag quickly spilled onto unrelated events, including an undersea earthquake that could have led to a massive loss of […]

Sprung – 10 Things to Know, March 20th

In Case You Didn’t Know: Today’s the first Day of Spring!!! The weather is just confused. Drawing Lines?: Transgender child banned from using bathroom of choice by elementary school in Colorado, a state with an anti-discrimination law that protects transgender individuals. – Huffington Post “Unbreakable Alliance”: President Obama arrives in Israel. – NPR To Market, To […]