story by: Simone Brady

 

Her History:

Hillary Rodham Clinton (née Hillary Diane Rodham), born on Oct. 26, 1947, in Chicago is the Democratic party’s nominee for President of the United States. She obtained a law degree with honors from Yale University in 1973 after graduating from Wellesley College in 1969. During her youth, she worked on Republican campaigns; however, after hearing Martin Luther King, Jr. speak, she changed her affiliation to Democrat in 1968.

Clinton’s husband, former President Bill Clinton, won the presidency in 1992 and again in 1996. She served as First Lady from 1993 to 2001, making various diplomatic trips to 82 countries during her tenure. After the end of her husband’s presidency, Clinton decided to run for a Senate seat in the state of New York. She won the election, and went on to her appointed duty from 2001-2009.

Then, in 2009, President Barack Obama appointed her as Secretary of State, which was her position until 2013. She became the most extensively traveled Secretary of State in history, visiting 112 countries and traversing over 950,000 miles.

Clinton ran against Obama for the Democratic nomination in 2008, but conceded in the face of defeat. Despite her loss, she never gave up on her goal to be the first female president. When the opportunity arose again, she took it and ran with it, launching a successful campaign and garnering many supporters.

Along with her fans came critics, of course, including her opponent in the presidential race, Donald Trump, who calls her “Crooked Hillary” due to some of her more public missteps.

Her Ideas:

Clinton plans to reform immigration and make it much easier for immigrants, both legal and illegal, to obtain citizenship. She claims that she will enact this plan within her first 100 days in office, according to her website.

Her belief is that protecting families is one of the most important things one can do when dealing with illegal immigration. Clinton’s agendas of promoting naturalization and attempting to help immigrants obtain safe healthcare are also part of her plan to overhaul America’s immigration system.

Her plans to combat terrorism are well-rounded; she wants to fight radical Islamic terror from many angles. According to her platform, she wishes to take out bases in Syria and Iraq, work with U.S. allies to prevent terrorist attacks, and tighten defenses here at home by preventing gun access to people who are suspected of terrorist ties.

Clinton also supports LGBT rights and racial justice. With the legalization of same-sex marriage last summer, and the rising coverage and awareness of police killings, protecting citizens’ rights has become more crucial than ever.

Clinton appeals to many citizens all across the United States — people of all different races and ethnicities, those across the gender and sexuality spectrum, of varied economic status, and any other factor one can think of. Even those who are not necessarily big fans of her are flocking to her side due to fear of her opponent.

Final Word:

Mrs. Hillary Rodham Clinton is on a mission to be the very first woman to hold the office of President of the United States. Despite her mistakes and the few faux pas that she may have made, with over 30 years of experience in politics and law, she is truly the most qualified candidate in this race to achieve that goal.

Story by: Caleb Albert

Almost all of the media coverage focuses on the two infamous candidates of the 2016 election: Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton.

Because there is so much attention being given to them, other candidates, such as Gary Johnson and Jill Stein, have been forgotten and left out of the race. In fact, many people think not only that only Trump and Hillary are running now, but that only Democratic and Republican candidates are capable of being elected in November.

However, Gary Johnson, a Libertarian and the former governor of New Mexico, is still eligible for the presidency, and has persevered through his campaign, despite the lack of media coverage.

Johnson is the perfect blend of conservative and liberal — he is fiscally conservative, but socially tolerant. This means that while he plans to cut spending in a lot of ways, he is more liberal with social issues, such as marriage rights and religious freedoms. He is also in favor of implementing term limits, which will help create balance of Republican and Democratic representation in our legislation.

Many voters want political experience in a presidential candidate, which is something Johnson has to offer in abundance. Serving as governor of New Mexico, Johnson inherited an incredibly tragic economy: in 1995, he began with a $4.397 billion budget. However, he left with a $7.721 billion budget, and a surplus of roughly $1 billion. He averaged a 7.29-percent budget increase per year.

All of his budgeting was done by vetoing 750 proposed bills, more than any other New Mexico governor combined. Although this seems unfavorable, the increased budget allowed for new schools, roads, highways, and hospitals. He cut taxes 14 times and never raised them. This type of political and business administrative experience is exactly what America needs in a chief executive officer.

Some people might be wondering why the media isn’t covering Johnson as much as the Democratic or Republican nominees.

Andrew Gustafson, a senior at Jeffersonville High School, said, “Clinton and Trump are running campaigns that are focused on scandals and personal attacks, while Johnson is focused on the issues. Scandals make better news stories than a qualified candidate discussing policies.”

Major media outlets understand that controversy makes for more interesting news, which could be why Johnson has been left out of the presidential debates, and why so few people know of his campaign.

Although, according to recent Quinnipiac polls, Gary Johnson is currently polling at 35-percent for voters under the age of 40. Young people are not only the voice of the future, but are the future, and we’re inheriting it quicker than some thought we would.

Don’t let your voice be persuaded by the same two political parties that have run this country for too long. You have other options.

Chloe’s Answer

Q: How do I break up with someone without hurting them? What if I want us to stay friends in the future?

A: Breaking up with someone is never simple. It’ll probably go one of two ways: you’ll be on good terms with each other, or you’ll dislike each other for a while.

Whether you’re a boy or a girl, you’ll more than likely be affected by the breakup. I think what’s most important when breaking up with someone is remembering that they’re humans and have feelings too.

You should just pull them to the side, in private, and tell them exactly how you feel.  Don’t expect it to go smoothly — in fact, it probably won’t. But what’s important to remember is that we’re all in high school, so there’s plenty of time to find who you’re meant to be with.

In the end, most high school relationships don’t work out, so don’t dwell on anything too much.  

Emily’s Answer

Q: Do you have any advice for presenting in front of the class? I get really nervous and want to cry.

A: It’s perfectly normal to feel nervous when talking in front of a big group of people, but it’s important to remember that classroom presentations are not the end of the world.

Having dealt with social anxiety myself, I’ve had my fair share of fits of panic and fear over presentations — trust me. Over my high school years, I’ve started to realize that everyone is there for the same reason, which is to get their education and to get out.

Odds are, if everyone is presenting, they’re probably not even paying attention too closely, and won’t notice the little things that you do. Plus, you’re more than likely not the only one feeling that way.

Just find a friend or someone in the audience that you trust, and focus on them. After you give more and more presentations, it’ll get easier. Just take a few deep breaths and remember that you’ve got it!

Chloe’s Answer

Q: How do I break up with someone without hurting them? What if I want us to stay friends in the future?

A: Breaking up with someone is never simple. It’ll probably go one of two ways: you’ll be on good terms with each other, or you’ll dislike each other for a while.

Whether you’re a boy or a girl, you’ll more than likely be affected by the breakup. I think what’s most important when breaking up with someone is remembering that they’re humans and have feelings too.

You should just pull them to the side, in private, and tell them exactly how you feel.  Don’t expect it to go smoothly — in fact, it probably won’t. But what’s important to remember is that we’re all in high school, so there’s plenty of time to find who you’re meant to be with.

In the end, most high school relationships don’t work out, so don’t dwell on anything too much.  

Emily’s Answer

Q: Do you have any advice for presenting in front of the class? I get really nervous and want to cry.

A: It’s perfectly normal to feel nervous when talking in front of a big group of people, but it’s important to remember that classroom presentations are not the end of the world.

Having dealt with social anxiety myself, I’ve had my fair share of fits of panic and fear over presentations — trust me. Over my high school years, I’ve started to realize that everyone is there for the same reason, which is to get their education and to get out.

Odds are, if everyone is presenting, they’re probably not even paying attention too closely, and won’t notice the little things that you do. Plus, you’re more than likely not the only one feeling that way.

Just find a friend or someone in the audience that you trust, and focus on them. After you give more and more presentations, it’ll get easier. Just take a few deep breaths and remember that you’ve got it!

Chloe’s Answer

Q: How do I break up with someone without hurting them? What if I want us to stay friends in the future?

A: Breaking up with someone is never simple. It’ll probably go one of two ways: you’ll be on good terms with each other, or you’ll dislike each other for a while.

Whether you’re a boy or a girl, you’ll more than likely be affected by the breakup. I think what’s most important when breaking up with someone is remembering that they’re humans and have feelings too.

You should just pull them to the side, in private, and tell them exactly how you feel.  Don’t expect it to go smoothly — in fact, it probably won’t. But what’s important to remember is that we’re all in high school, so there’s plenty of time to find who you’re meant to be with.

In the end, most high school relationships don’t work out, so don’t dwell on anything too much.  

Emily’s Answer

Q: Do you have any advice for presenting in front of the class? I get really nervous and want to cry.

A: It’s perfectly normal to feel nervous when talking in front of a big group of people, but it’s important to remember that classroom presentations are not the end of the world.

Having dealt with social anxiety myself, I’ve had my fair share of fits of panic and fear over presentations — trust me. Over my high school years, I’ve started to realize that everyone is there for the same reason, which is to get their education and to get out.

Odds are, if everyone is presenting, they’re probably not even paying attention too closely, and won’t notice the little things that you do. Plus, you’re more than likely not the only one feeling that way.

Just find a friend or someone in the audience that you trust, and focus on them. After you give more and more presentations, it’ll get easier. Just take a few deep breaths and remember that you’ve got it!

Chloe’s Answer

Q: How do I break up with someone without hurting them? What if I want us to stay friends in the future?

A: Breaking up with someone is never simple. It’ll probably go one of two ways: you’ll be on good terms with each other, or you’ll dislike each other for a while.

Whether you’re a boy or a girl, you’ll more than likely be affected by the breakup. I think what’s most important when breaking up with someone is remembering that they’re humans and have feelings too.

You should just pull them to the side, in private, and tell them exactly how you feel.  Don’t expect it to go smoothly — in fact, it probably won’t. But what’s important to remember is that we’re all in high school, so there’s plenty of time to find who you’re meant to be with.

In the end, most high school relationships don’t work out, so don’t dwell on anything too much.  

Emily’s Answer

Q: Do you have any advice for presenting in front of the class? I get really nervous and want to cry.

A: It’s perfectly normal to feel nervous when talking in front of a big group of people, but it’s important to remember that classroom presentations are not the end of the world.

Having dealt with social anxiety myself, I’ve had my fair share of fits of panic and fear over presentations — trust me. Over my high school years, I’ve started to realize that everyone is there for the same reason, which is to get their education and to get out.

Odds are, if everyone is presenting, they’re probably not even paying attention too closely, and won’t notice the little things that you do. Plus, you’re more than likely not the only one feeling that way.

Just find a friend or someone in the audience that you trust, and focus on them. After you give more and more presentations, it’ll get easier. Just take a few deep breaths and remember that you’ve got it!

Chloe’s Answer

Q: How do I break up with someone without hurting them? What if I want us to stay friends in the future?

A: Breaking up with someone is never simple. It’ll probably go one of two ways: you’ll be on good terms with each other, or you’ll dislike each other for a while.

Whether you’re a boy or a girl, you’ll more than likely be affected by the breakup. I think what’s most important when breaking up with someone is remembering that they’re humans and have feelings too.

You should just pull them to the side, in private, and tell them exactly how you feel.  Don’t expect it to go smoothly — in fact, it probably won’t. But what’s important to remember is that we’re all in high school, so there’s plenty of time to find who you’re meant to be with.

In the end, most high school relationships don’t work out, so don’t dwell on anything too much.  

Emily’s Answer

Q: Do you have any advice for presenting in front of the class? I get really nervous and want to cry.

A: It’s perfectly normal to feel nervous when talking in front of a big group of people, but it’s important to remember that classroom presentations are not the end of the world.

Having dealt with social anxiety myself, I’ve had my fair share of fits of panic and fear over presentations — trust me. Over my high school years, I’ve started to realize that everyone is there for the same reason, which is to get their education and to get out.

Odds are, if everyone is presenting, they’re probably not even paying attention too closely, and won’t notice the little things that you do. Plus, you’re more than likely not the only one feeling that way.

Just find a friend or someone in the audience that you trust, and focus on them. After you give more and more presentations, it’ll get easier. Just take a few deep breaths and remember that you’ve got it!

Chloe’s Answer

Q: How do I break up with someone without hurting them? What if I want us to stay friends in the future?

A: Breaking up with someone is never simple. It’ll probably go one of two ways: you’ll be on good terms with each other, or you’ll dislike each other for a while.

Whether you’re a boy or a girl, you’ll more than likely be affected by the breakup. I think what’s most important when breaking up with someone is remembering that they’re humans and have feelings too.

You should just pull them to the side, in private, and tell them exactly how you feel.  Don’t expect it to go smoothly — in fact, it probably won’t. But what’s important to remember is that we’re all in high school, so there’s plenty of time to find who you’re meant to be with.

In the end, most high school relationships don’t work out, so don’t dwell on anything too much.  

Emily’s Answer

Q: Do you have any advice for presenting in front of the class? I get really nervous and want to cry.

A: It’s perfectly normal to feel nervous when talking in front of a big group of people, but it’s important to remember that classroom presentations are not the end of the world.

Having dealt with social anxiety myself, I’ve had my fair share of fits of panic and fear over presentations — trust me. Over my high school years, I’ve started to realize that everyone is there for the same reason, which is to get their education and to get out.

Odds are, if everyone is presenting, they’re probably not even paying attention too closely, and won’t notice the little things that you do. Plus, you’re more than likely not the only one feeling that way.

Just find a friend or someone in the audience that you trust, and focus on them. After you give more and more presentations, it’ll get easier. Just take a few deep breaths and remember that you’ve got it!

Story by: Adrian Blair

Top 5 Presidents

While the 2016 Presidential Election pits two of the most questionable presidential candidates in American history against each other, The Hyphen takes a look back at five of the most impactful presidents in our nation’s history.

1. Franklin D. Roosevelt    (1932-1945)  Democrat

A lot of historians undervalue Roosevelt, and don’t give him credit where he’s due. FDR was the most battle-tested president in our history, and it’s not even close. Roosevelt was elected in 1932 during the height of The Great Depression, which was the worst economic crisis in American history. Slowly but surely, by the end of the 1930’s, Roosevelt helped the U.S. economy get back onto its feet…just in time to stop Adolph Hitler and enter in the second World War. And to think, Roosevelt did all of this in a wheelchair. Franklin D. Roosevelt is an American hero and arguably the best president in our history.

    2.) Abraham Lincoln   (1860-1865)  National Union Party

“Honest Abe”, as Lincoln was dubbed, was just that: a real class act. Lincoln led the Union to victory that ended the Civil War and banned slavery, all in his four and a half short years as president. Had Lincoln served two full, complete terms, who knows what he could’ve accomplished. And on top of that, what other president rocked the beard?

3.)  Thomas Jefferson   (1800-1808) Democratic-Republican

Jefferson was a terrific scholar and a main contributor to the writing of the Declaration of Independence. In 1803, Jefferson engineered the Louisiana Purchase from France, expanding the United States from the Gulf of Mexico to the Pacific Northwest. I really think if Thomas Jefferson wasn’t a slave owner, he’s the best to ever roam the White House halls. It’s an honor to live in a town and go to a school that dons his name.

4.)  Theodore Roosevelt   (1901-1908) Progressive Party

Franklin D.’s fifth cousin, “Teddy” was a very kind and observant president. He started developing wildlife refuges and created National Parks all over the country. Teddy also fixed a lot of social problems caused by the Industrial Revolution by cleaning up streets of big cities, and creating immigrant safety programs that Americans still use today. Whether you’re a Democrat or a Republican, you can agree Teddy Roosevelt earned his place on Mount Rushmore.

5.)   Ronald Reagan   (1980-1988) Republican

If Donald Trump were to take notes on any former Republican president, it would have to be Reagan. “Ronnie” wasn’t a career politician, and really used it to his advantage. Reagan was able to keep his sanity when dealing with the Soviet Union in the latter stages of the Cold War. Unlike his predecessors (Richard Nixon, Gerald Ford, Jimmy Carter), Reagan was aggressive and very determined to stop all nuclear threats toward the United States. And on top of all that, how many presidents survived an attempted assassination? Reagan did at the age of 70 in 1981, which just goes against the laws of nature. 

As you go for your Sunday drive, you may notice stickers on the back of cars that say “NOBAMA” or “Obama for Women”. These stickers clearly reflect the opposing opinions of the current President of the United States.

Breaking boundaries many thought would never be broken, Barack Obama was the forty-fourth president and the very first African-American president. During his two terms, he has made some drastic changes to the way the government used to be — whether those changes are a benefit or detriment, is still up in arms, and up to the people he serves.

However even if you are a Republican, Democrat or Independent, Obama has left his legacy on America and its people. Here are some of the departments where Obama’s legacy will be felt the most:

The Economy: Money is a “hot topic” in any situation when brought up, especially when it comes to the way the government is utilizing it. Obama has aided the stock market and corporate profits to bulldoze previous record highs. With his help, the buying power of the average worker’s weekly paychecks are up 4.2-percent. In contrast, the national debt has more than doubled since his stay in the office.

Healthcare: Obama has made some debate worthy decisions, with the biggest and most debated being the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010 — otherwise known as ObamaCare. This act gives people who do not work, are self employed, or make too much money for Medicaid, an inexpensive way to have health insurance. The number of people lacking health insurance has gone down by 16.5 million because of this Act.

Unemployment: Since Obama’s stay in the office began, he has added close to 10.7 million jobs. But some people will argue that is not enough.  This opinion can be backed up by the fact that the poverty rate is 0.3 percentage points higher, and the number of U.S. citizens on food stamps are up almost 36-percent.

Same Sex Marriage: Same sex marriage was also legalized across the whole country with a 5-4 vote while Obama was in office. With the White House lit up in rainbow colors, the LGBT community and its supporters celebrated their victory, but many religious groups were enraged and began protests. One man was so angry that in June of 2016, he took the lives of 49 people in a well-known gay nightclub in Orlando.

Terror: The man who took the lives of those innocent people also pledged his allegiance to ISIS. Many people will say that Obama’s efforts in the fight against ISIS are few and far between. Republicans can argue the fact that because of his “nice guy” approach ISIS has grown in numbers.

Obama has been in office for almost eight years, and has made countless decisions for this country. Despite all the controversy and debate over whether the risks he’s taken are right or wrong, he will always be the forty-fourth president and his name will forever be engraved into America’s history.  

Story by Kyle Sanders

The goal of the Republican Club is listed prominently: “To actively work to bring young people into politics.”

Since the club was chartered last December, club president Josh Waddell has worked to teach other students on what it means to be a Republican. Each meeting starts with a small presentations over something political, then the group spends the rest of the time talking over how it relates to the Republican Party.

“Being a Republican means that you are concerned with fiscal and economic responsibility, as well as being open to other views, and respecting others,” Waddell said.

With the upcoming election just days away, Waddell has noticed a slight increase in attendance to the Club. Typically, the club has only five students attend, but has increased up to 10 people in wake of November’s election.

“I think this is a very unique and interesting election,” Waddell said. “This year the millennials become the largest voting block, though most will not vote, so a lot of young people are coming to age in this very interesting year.”

The Republican Club is a way to teach other students about politics, as well as the ways a Republican and Democrat are different. According to Waddell, students get a lot out of the discussions.

“The Republican Club provides me with opportunities to support local Republicans and learn more about what it really means to be a Republican,” said junior Kurtis Kimmel, an attendee of the club.

The Republican Club is proud to be a club to help teach politics among students, and hopes to remain around after the election to help students learn more about being a Republican. The Club meets up every other Wednesday after school in room A204.

story by Gabby Elder

 

Qualifications to Vote — must meet all requirements

• You are both a U.S. citizen AND a resident of Indiana.

• You will be at least 18 years of age on, or before, the next General or Municipal Election.
• You are not currently in prison after being convicted of a crime.
• You have lived in the precinct where you vote for at least 30 days prior to the election.
• You are registered to vote.

Dates to Know

• Oct. 11, 2016: Voter Registration Ends (you can register to vote at http://www.in.gov.com)
• Nov. 8, 2016: General Election Day

Story by Kyle Sanders

As the new school year kicks off, Greater Clark County is introducing new HP Chromebooks. Here are a few tips to make these new Chromebooks easier for you:

1.The  Chromebook is full of many keyboard shortcuts. These can easily be found by pressing Ctrl+Alt+?. From checking history to reopening a tab, the keyboard shortcuts makes it easier to do many things on your Chromebook.

2. Sometimes throughout the school year, students find themselves copy and pasting (without plagiarizing). To paste text without having to fix the fonts, color or text size, simply press Ctrl+Alt+V when pasting to a document or email.

3.If you need to get to a calculator, or need to easily convert units in a quick way, just go to the Chrome App Launcher and type it in.

4. The touch-pad can be used to swipe between pages without having to click on them. Just use two fingers and swipe in the direction of the page you would like to go to.

5. Teachers may ask you to take screenshots on your Chromebook. To do this, simply hold Control (Ctrl) and press the window shifting key, which can be found right above the 6 key.