Politics & Society
Getting Political on Social Networks
Younger voters may be more likely to show their political support by “liking” candidates on social networking sites.
Back in the Old Neighborhood, a New Role for Austin Men
A video focusing on two East Austin men trying to ensure that the youth in the Booker T. Washington complex in East Austin avoid the criminal path that they took.
LSAT Numbers Fall in Texas, Nationally
The number of people taking the Law School Admission Test fell by more than 16 percent nationally, mirroring concerns that getting a law degrees does not provide immunity in a tough job market.
Are Hard Times Forcing Youth to Amend the American Dream?
The faltering job market has made achieving the traditional American dream less likely, prompting young adults to reinterpret the dream itself.
Occupy Austin Works to Balance Purpose and Stability
Occupy Austin’s is no longer gather round the clock, and the group is trying to reconcile its bottom-up philosophy with the resources needed to gain staying power.