Joseph Misulonas
Northwestern University
I was born and raised on the South Side of Chicago. I am double majoring in Journalism and Political Science. I am obsessed with two things: sports and national politics, which are really quite similar. Both feature an intense competition between two opponents who absolutely hate each other and will do anything to win, and have no skills outside of their respective professions. To me, politics and sports are both entertainment fodder. I hope others will agree with me after reading my work.
Why Lance Armstrong Is Still a Hero
August 30, 2012
Armstrong’s legacy will transcend sports. Will we remember that he cheated? Yes. However, I think that he will be remembered for doing more for a charitable cause than any other athlete in history.
Paul Ryan Sets Up Ideological Showdown Headed Nowhere
August 14, 2012
This election will now more than ever be about ideology. Are Republicans right, and we need to drastically cut the role of government in our lives? Or are Democrats right, and we need to use government to stimulate the economy?
Is the Affordable Care Act Decision Actually a Defeat for the Left?
July 3, 2012
The Supreme Court decision last week to uphold the individual mandate of the Affordable Care Act is a victory for President Obama. But does that mean it is a victory for the left as well?
Sterling-Cooper-Draper-Biden
June 15, 2012
Much like the characters from AMC's "Mad Men," the Obama administration seems to be getting its act together. The analogy is most useful when looking at Vice President Joe Biden.
