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Emerson College’s only independent, student-run newspaper since 1947

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Emerson College’s only independent, student-run newspaper since 1947

The Berkeley Beacon

Emerson College’s only independent, student-run newspaper since 1947

The Berkeley Beacon

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DeSantis, my home is not your political playground

By Sophia Pargas, Living Arts Editor / March 29, 2023

In his inaugural address, Governor Ron DeSantis proclaimed Florida as “the land of sanity” and essentially crowned himself the king, minus the crown...

Right-wing conservatives declare war on the FBI for doing its job

Right-wing conservatives declare war on the FBI for doing its job

By Dennis Catrini, Beacon Correspondent / March 8, 2023

The GOP considers itself the party of law and order—I disagree. If there was ever any doubt, former President Donald Trump’s ever-present disruption...

DeSantis: A governor flirting with authoritarianism

DeSantis: A governor flirting with authoritarianism

By Dennis Catrini / March 7, 2023

Benito Mussolini, founder of modern fascism and former Prime Minister of Italy, was known for his authoritarian rule and suppression of democratic values....

The College Board doesn’t care about you

The College Board doesn’t care about you

By Adri Pray, Content Managing Editor / February 15, 2023

It’s time to stop pretending like there’s anything “advanced” about Advanced Placement classes. Let’s leave the College Board in the past where...