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21Oct

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Editorial, Politics

Colombian and FARC Peace Talks in La Havana

By Carmen Garcia In an attempt to end the half-century interior conflict, an agreement has been signed between the Colombian government and The Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC) delegations this August. The announcement came early this year, as the peace commission was installed in La Havana. The commission, made up of three representatives from each faction and counseled by non-governmental experts from different fields, is to implement the now-signed peace compromise between the government and the insurgent group. (more…)

13Sep

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Politics

Trump’s softer side in Mexico

In a surprise turn of events, Donald J. Trump packed his bags, put them in his private jet and flew south. However, in this trip he did not stop to a border city just like he did last year when he visited our Laredo. He went even further south, directly to Mexico City. (more…)

13Sep

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Opinion, Politics

Prime Minister Clinton?

Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton rode her post-convention bump with glee. The polls have her with a comfortable lead against Republican challenger Donald Trump. However, both candidates have a poor favorability rating. In terms of public approval ratings, President Barack Obama leads them significantly, but the president communicated a message that could explain this year’s election: Do not vote for the candidate. Vote for the party. “We all need to get out and vote for Democrats up and down the ticket, and then hold them accountable until they get the job done,” Obama said in his speech at the 2016 Democratic National Convention. (more…)

5Sep

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Politics

George Altgelt’s Ballot Dilemma

By Robert Soto Elections are right around the corner, not only nationally, but also locally. On August 24, the City of Laredo held a meeting with a name-placement drawing that determined the order of the names of the candidates in the ballots. That day, the City of Laredo also announced that several candidates had been disqualified from the city council election. The meeting was interrupted by a demonstration of dissatisfaction from several candidates who had been disqualified. Current Councilman from District Seven, George Altgelt, was the most vocal in voicing his disappointment concerning the decision. The Councilman took office in mid-2015 through a special election, making this his first, full-term race. However, his campaign was cut short when he was notified that his applic...

29Jul

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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...

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