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The student voice of West Potomac High School

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The student voice of West Potomac High School

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Selfish Selflessness

Samapti Barua, Guest Editorial Contributor
May 10, 2019

Several teenagers cleaned the filthy Potomac River last November with one thought in mind: themselves. They weren’t worried about the water pollution problem, but with finishing required high school...

Hold On to History

Brendan Gill, Guest Editorial Contributor
May 10, 2019

Those who don't own the past are bound to repeat it. We should not just learn history from pages and movies; it's the job of antiques to be teachers of generations. Society looks at significant individuals,...

The Propaganda Problem

Abby Maher, Guest Editorial Contributor
May 10, 2019

It was 2 am; a sermon came on TV. I watched as Joel Osteen spoke to his church members. He was awkward, fidgety, and couldn’t go a second without blinking, lacking any decorum expected from an orator,...

The End Of An Era: Harper Bids Adieu To His “Second Home”

The End Of An Era: Harper Bids Adieu To His “Second Home”

Robert Stewart
February 28, 2019

Heading into 2019, Bryce Harper and fellow superstar Manny Machado seemingly waited for the other to sign a lucrative contract. Nearly four months after the World Series, it was Machado who drew first...

Wheres My Love?

Where’s My Love?

Kwabena McGaney-Osei, Writer
February 19, 2019

Hearts, cherubs, and the “L”-Word. February 14th, the day many across the world staple as Valentines Day. About 16 countries celebrate the Day of Lovers, but in the United States, it’s safe to say...

New Congress To Be Seated In January, A Stones Throw From West Po

New Congress To Be Seated In January, A Stone’s Throw From West Po

Robert Stewart
December 21, 2018

On January 3rd, 2019, members and members-elect of Congress alike will be sworn into their offices on Capitol Hill, officially commencing the 116th United States Congress. This past November, voters turned...

Midterm Mania for Election Day

Midterm Mania for Election Day

Robert Stewart, Ruth Dean, and Vivian Baxter
November 6, 2018

Today, November 6, 2018, the American electorate will take to the polls and vote for who they want to represent them in the United States Senate and House of Representatives. For some West Potomac High...

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Chasing The Cup: Can The Caps Do It Again?

Robert Stewart, Reporter
October 9, 2018

On June 7th, 2018, the Washington Capitals won the Stanley Cup for the first time in their 44-year franchise history. Their surreal victory changed the losing narrative around D.C. sports into one of hope...

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