Headline News
In this month’s episode, we focused on Headline News. The headlines are the main points of the news which are read on radio or television. A headline is the gist of the whole news. It is important because it helps the viewer or listener to identify the nature of the news so that they don't have to go through the whole news to understand what it is about. The headlines appeal to the readers and they read the news below if they find the headline interesting enough. With the 2020 Presidential election creating such a big news cycle we reported on legitimate issues that have arisen regarding the 2020 Presidential Election without discussing the candidates themselves.
NOVEMber Broadcast
Anchored by Jack Panzarella '21 and Luca Sica, '21, Produced by Dominic DiMiceli '21
Georgia Vote Recount |
Dead Voters |
Ben DiGennaro '22, The recent election has caused increased tension between citizens and politicians. A recount of votes is taking place in Georgia, as the number of votes for both sides were very close.
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Allegations have been made that Philadelphia ballot counters have been validating votes from dead citizens. Ryan Ordonez '22 elaborate.
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Mail In voting |
Miscounted Votes |
The presidential election of 2020 saw an increase of 65% in voters because so many people chose to submit their vote through Mail in or Absentee votes due to corona virus concerns. Here’s Marc Denunzio, '21 with more.
Early VotingDomenic DiMiceli '21 and Paul Julian '21 explain the impact of early voting on the 2020 election.
Record VotersDuring this year's election, there were 160 million voters. This was a record-breaking number. How did this happen? Vinny Bravo '21 and Mathew Last '21 reporting.
transition of powerPresidential transitions are among the most sacred moments in the American political lifecycle. The peaceful transfer of power from one administration to another has been a core principle of American democracy for well over 200 years. Corina Bischcoff '21
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Many allegations towards a possible miscount and voter fraud this Presidential election Sarah Lynch '21 and Steven Ojeda '21 go more in depth.
The Electoral CollegeThe Electoral College system allows voters to vote for electors, who then cast their votes for candidates, a system described in Article II of the Constitution. This year, There has been a huge debate on whether the Electoral college should still decide who wins the presidency or if they should scratch that and use the popular vote instead. Here is Matt Sardo '21 and Stephen Pryor '21 with more
Voter FraudFears of Voter Fraud was a big concern during this election causing ballot recounts in many states. Jack Panzarella '21, Luca Sica '21
Mail In BallotsDue to the coronavirus Pandemic, voters were given the option of requesting an absentee ballot and voting from home. You May think that's very convenient, however, there have been allegations of voter fraud this year, unlike any previous presidential election. Matt Labriola '21
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top talk on the shift to streaming
Ray Lubrino '21 and Principal Keith Schenker of Westlake High School discuss the shift in learning models for the 20-21 school year