May 4Loyal yet Moderate: Criterion for the Ideal AmericanSince the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the ideal American has been defined as a person that shares the common ideals of optimism, loyalty, mobility, and individualism. The American identity should emphasize these values in an aracial, genderless, classless, and nonpolitical way. Ideally, a person should not have to…American Dream4 min read
May 2The “Pax Americana”: A Look at the Assumed Responsibility of a Global SuperpowerHave you ever been abroad in search of food and all you see are a few McDonald’s restaurants? Or shopping at a shopping center abroad and see all the stores you would see at home? With the increase in international business, this has become a more common occurrence. Though the…Globalization6 min read
Apr 29MPEG-G: The Future of Genetic Data Storage and AnalysisNote: This article originated as my AP Computer Science Principles Explore Task. This was written in late 2019 and does not reflect on the research done during more recent times. Enjoy! What is MPEG-G? Data DNA storage strives to process information with MPEG-G, a data system that uses the same MPEG compression technology…Genetics4 min read
Mar 8U.S. Involvement During the Cold War: The Cuban Missile CrisisThe Cold War was a result of the clashing of two major worldviews, capitalism on the part of the US and communism on the part of that Soviet Union. Prior to the Cold War, both the United States and the Soviet Union had built up hostilities: the US creating the…Cold War5 min read
Feb 16Beyond the Horizon: The Use of Metaphor in Their Eyes Were Watching GodIn the novel Their Eyes Were Watching God, the horizon is used as a metaphor for Janie’s path to self-actualization and foreshadows the end of Janie’s journey. Closely related to the image of the pear tree, this comparison of the horizon sets the theme of self-actualization when presented with the…Black History Month4 min read
Feb 9American Perception in The Bluest EyeCleanliness is a very delicate concept. When there is so much as a small contaminate, what is considered clean is muddied by filth and “nastiness”. Therefore, things that are “dirty” and “clean” are separated to make sure that the neatness of what is clean is preserved. With black skin being…The Bluest Eye8 min read
Feb 1“Fences” Essay: Breaking the CycleAt first glance, the relationship showcased in the play “Fences” is the typical recurring clash between father and son. However, the dynamic between Troy and his son Cory is the personification of a conflict of a different kind. Troy is an older man that is still striving to make a…Black History Month7 min read
Jan 28Video Vanity: The Rise of Self Interest and Self DoubtDisclaimer: Before reading this article, I would like to clarify that this was written prior to the global pandemic. Our economy has greatly shifted and has put creators in a greater position than ever before. Though I still think that some aspects of social media are harmful, I will also…Social Media3 min read
Jan 21Watch Your Step…There was a low hum that morning despite that area being notorious for its hustle and bustle on the weekends. Saturday got the brunt of it. But never mind that. It was much too early for that. Too early to get up and start the day — for most. Paloma…Writing4 min read
