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Independent student newspaper of Washington and Lee University

The Ring-tum Phi

Independent student newspaper of Washington and Lee University

The Ring-tum Phi

John Milas

John Milas, Opinions Staff Writer

John Milas is a first year who plans to major in politics and philosophy. As the staff opinion writer, he hopes to tackle the evocative questions that are and aren’t being asked across the country and around the world. Besides the Phi, he likes writing poetry, checking the occasional Knicks game, and mindlessly scrolling through Wikipedia and old newspaper articles.

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“Take America Back” was a major slogan in the Trump campaign.

What can the Democrats blame?

There are many lessons Democrats claim to have learned after the presidential election
John Milas, Opinions Staff Writer
December 9, 2024
Donald Trump spoke at his rally in Nevada on Oct. 31. 
Kamala Harris spoke at her rally in Arizona on Oct. 31.

Two campaigns, one America

Their tone, style and roots were showcased in closing arguments last week
John Milas, Opinions Staff Writer
November 4, 2024
The “Deep State” conspiracy paints a picture of puppeteers who pull the strings of the American government.

What is the “Deep State” conspiracy?

The “deep state” might exist, but not in the way you are thinking
John Milas
October 21, 2024
A sign outside the Democratic Headquarters in Lexington, Virginia encourages citizens to vote.

Changing demographics of political parties will shape the election

Gender, race and lived experience all affect a voter’s outlook. What does that mean for November?
John Milas
October 7, 2024
American democracy is declining, and bias is at the center of the downfall.

This election year, we must question ourselves

Can we challenge our own biases?
John Milas
September 23, 2024
Knowles speaking at a 2019 Teen Student Action Summit.

Michael Knowles doesn’t understand divorce

Knowles said divorce laws are dismantling families. They saved mine
John Milas
September 23, 2024
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