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Beaverton Hummer

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Beaverton Hummer

The Official Website of Beaverton High School's Student-Run Newspaper

Beaverton Hummer

Opinion

March for all, not for one

March for all, not for one

Alona Arneson, Staff Writer February 1, 2017
I’ve protested in many different forms, on several occasions, whether it be through the newspaper or in my life. Although this act of minor demonstration has become a part of my routine, never have I been a part of a movement as momentous and massive as the Portland Women’s March. Being around thousands of people who value equality and love enough to march for it, not only brought me comfort in this time of despair, but also a deeper appreciation for the “blue” state we live in.
Part of the US-Mexico wall between Yuma, Arizona, and Calexico, California.

Trump’s wall keeps the economy out

Cruz Grover, Staff Writer February 1, 2017
The proposed wall that pres. Donald J. Trump signed for on January 25 does not only seal out desperate immigrants, but it prevents an economic boom. The wall, which is supposed to cover over 1000 miles of border between the US and Mexico, will cost tens of billions of dollars; not to mention the extra 10,000 immigration officers which may cost anywhere from $700 million to $1.4 billion.
A protester at the January 21st Womens March in Portland holds up a mirror that reads, This is what democracy looks like. The rallies attracted around 100,000 participants, easily one of Portlands largest. 

Thoughts on the ban, political buzz, and Orwell

Jono Vincent, Staff Writer February 1, 2017
It is becoming abundantly clear that this President of the United States is not ‘all bark and no bite’. Since officially taking office the Friday before last, on the 20th, President Trump has pushed the repeal of the Affordable Care Act (which you should know by now is the same thing as Obamacare), doubled border patrol numbers, given a green light for the construction of his ‘yuge’ wall, administered a communication blackout in the scientific community, and banned immigration from seven nations.
President Donald Trump gives a speech.

Trump targets Muslims, refugees with executive order

Brady Rogers, Senior Editor January 31, 2017
President Donald Trump has already created a wave of controversy after signing a ‘muslim ban,’ last Friday.
Carrie Fisher in The Force Awakens (2015).

What ‘The Force Awakens’ meant for Princess Leia

Mercedes Gray-Davis, Staff Writer January 30, 2017
Princess Leia was a huge role model for many girls around the globe, but with The Force Awakens coming out in December 2015, Leia just doesn’t feel the same.
It is better to avoid offending someone during the holiday season by wishing them a happy holiday.

Please, don’t say ‘Merry Christmas’ to a stranger

Milcah Tefera, Staff Writer December 24, 2016
What's the right thing to say during the holidays?
Maxwell Smart and Agent 99 stand back-to-back, preparing to face their next foe.

Beaverton High School Theater gets humorously heroic in their rendition of Get Smart

Anika Matsumoto, Staff Writer December 19, 2016
November was a month of beginnings for Beaverton’s drama department. They held auditions, rehearsed, and from November 15th through November 19th, they presented the community with their opening production of the school year: Get Smart.
Santas view in the North Pole.

All aboard, to the North Pole!

Rocio Avalos, Staff Writer December 17, 2016
Mount Hood Railroad's Polar Express provides children (and adults) train trip to meet Santa Claus.
Cruz Grover holds the iPhone 6s and an iPhone 5.

Technology for the holidays: a review of the newest tech

Cruz Grover, Staff Writer November 25, 2016
Would you like a headphone jack with that, sir? Or perhaps a waterproof screen? How about the latest and greatest laptop? Whether you are in need of new technology or just want the latest and greatest, we have you covered with laptops, desktops, phones, and tablets for the upcoming holiday bonanza.
A group of kids huddle together.

Understanding the impact of social groups

Brady Rogers, Senior Editor November 9, 2016
As teenagers going through high school, many students feel the need to fit in with a crowd.
Garments of a culture are meaningful to the people wearing them, and should only be worn by them in respect to the culture--not for mockery as a costume.

The true horror of Halloween: cultural appropriation

Milcah Tefera, Staff Writer November 7, 2016
With limitless costume options, many people still dress offensively. Before you think “here we go again,” answer this: have you ever dressed in costume portraying a particular culture or race?
Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump are tightening their grips on the Democratic and Republican presidential nominations.

Why the Oregonian should have endorsed a presidential candidate: Editorial Endorsement 2016

Lizzy Elkins, Senior Print Editor November 1, 2016
One of the most accredited publications in the state, The Oregonian, recently published their candidate endorsement for the 2016 election.
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