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Read more about the article ‘REC’ & ‘Quarantine’: The Problem with Remakes
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‘REC’ & ‘Quarantine’: The Problem with Remakes

The American film industry is notorious for their remakes of previously successful movies and franchises, including ones that were originally foreign films. And that success of the original film is almost never translated into success for the remake, as is the case between 2007 foreign-film, 'REC', and 2008 remake, 'Quarantine'. Marc breaks down where the remake failed and why the original was such a success.

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August 19, 2020
Read more about the article The Importance of the USPS & How to Help Save It
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The Importance of the USPS & How to Help Save It

The USPS is more important than you might realize! Whether you rely on them or not, it is essential that we protect this constitutionally protected public good for all Americans! Read to learn about just how vital this service is, and why you should help fight for it!

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August 17, 2020
Read more about the article “The Obesity-Hunger Paradox” Response
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“The Obesity-Hunger Paradox” Response

Despite America being one of the wealthiest and overweight countries, the levels of hunger and food-insecurity occurring at the same time are cause for concern. Marc Orkins breaks down his response to the Obesity-Hunger Paradox (by Sam Dolnick), covering the issues at hand and how to address them.

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August 14, 2020
Read more about the article Snail Mail – Conflicts of Interest of the New Postmaster General and the Forced Delays of the Postal Service
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Snail Mail – Conflicts of Interest of the New Postmaster General and the Forced Delays of the Postal Service

The USPS has been the target of attack from the current administration, especially now as we approach the election and as a new Postmaster General - Louis DeJoy - has been appointed as the head of the USPS. Read more to learn how his conflict of interests and actions thus far in his position threaten this vital service.

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August 13, 2020
Read more about the article Self-Care Practices Part 2 – Improve Creativity & Curiosity
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Self-Care Practices Part 2 – Improve Creativity & Curiosity

Self-care has been an important topic of conversation in terms of health and wellness recently. But self-care for the purpose of nurturing a healthy level of creativity and curiosity about the world is just as important! Read more to learn how things like art, reading, writing and other practices can tie into your self-care routine and improve other aspects of your life.

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August 8, 2020
Read more about the article 5 R Revolution Raises Awareness for the Plastic Crisis in the Face of Increased Consumption
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5 R Revolution Raises Awareness for the Plastic Crisis in the Face of Increased Consumption

As the consumption of single-use plastics has increased as a result of the pandemic, so have the efforts of those working to mitigate this, like the 5 R Revolution! A subchapter of the Sierra Club, 5 R Revolution works to raise awareness to the plastic crisis and encourage people to adhere to the 5 Rs - Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle and Rot! Read more to learn how they've responded to the pandemic.

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August 6, 2020