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College Park Mayor Patrick Wojahn talks racial equity, economy ahead of fall elections

Although elections are not until November, Wojahn has already begun developing policies for the term that will address issues the College Park community is facing.

Freelance Reporter
May 12, 2021

The Biden administration must step in and fight states’ voter suppression

It's time for Biden to pursue structural change to ensure all voters' voices are counted.

Courtney Cohn
February 26, 2021

College Park City Council introduces ordinance to amend several election policies

The ordinance would allow the council to change the election's date and deadlines for individuals to file and withdraw their candidacy.

Shifra Dayak
February 24, 2021

Students under 18 can’t vote, but they found other ways to stay engaged

Minors can donate to campaigns or work a phone bank.

Christine Zhu
November 9, 2020

Takoma Park is one of five cities where minors can vote. And young voters are turning out.

"Having more people vote, particularly at a local level ... is super important."

Clara Niel
October 1, 2020

College Park to hold District 2 special election Nov. 8

In-person voting will take place at the College Park Community Center.

Clara Niel
September 2, 2020

UMD GSG chooses vice presidents to lead body with recently elected President Dan Laffin

Laffin will be assuming the office of current GSG President Annie Rappeport.

Clara Longo de Freitas
July 1, 2020

Where does the American left go from here?

The American left needs to win political power — and fast.

Max Foley-Keene
June 29, 2020

New city council student liaison hopes to strengthen College Park-UMD relationship

Adam Rosenbaum wants to see more students voting in College Park elections.

Clara Niel
June 23, 2020

Mckayla Wilkes, whose campaign was powered by UMD students, loses race for District 5 seat

The progressive candidate received 17 percent of the vote.

Kanika Mehra
June 3, 2020