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Police Evict Occupy London

Police Evict Occupy London

Christopher Ryan, International Affairs '12 February 28, 2012 0

London police forcibly evicted the Occupy London protesters from the area in front of St. Paul’s Cathedral early Tuesday morning.  Occupy London, ongoing since mid-October of last year, has felt backlash before: the Dean

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The Call of Duty: A Case of Compulsory Military Service

The Call of Duty: A Case of Compulsory Military Service

Ross Donohue, International Affairs & Political Science '13 October 28, 2011 3

Compulsory military service was last utilized by the United States during the Vietnam War, during an era symbolized by passionate protests and stubborn resistance. At no time since has the country been embroiled in

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The Next Great American Social Movement

The Next Great American Social Movement

Victoria Porell, International Affairs '14 October 26, 2011 0

Barely one month after a few protesters began camping out on Wall Street, the Occupy movement has grown into a worldwide phenomenon. It is undeniable that the sentiments of the movement have struck a

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Challenge Yourself, Not the Public’s Patience

Challenge Yourself, Not the Public’s Patience

Andrew Melillo, Political Science '11 October 14, 2011 13

Andrew is the External VP of the NU College Republicans. Is there any parallel between the Occupy movement and the Tea Party? Is it a drum circle of students who should be doing something

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Occupy Boston: Is This What Democracy Looks Like?

Occupy Boston: Is This What Democracy Looks Like?

Matthew Cournoyer, Political Science '12 October 13, 2011 4

“We are the 99%. And so are you!” “Show me what democracy looks like. This is what democracy looks like!” Across the street from the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston, protesters hold signs and

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