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Terry Nguyen

Terry Nguyen

Former Reporter

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    Female politicians are scrutinized for their looks. Kamala Harris is ready to fight back.Female politicians are scrutinized for their looks. Kamala Harris is ready to fight back.
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    Why does America not know how to talk about women who run for office?

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    Michelle Obama’s necklace makes her message clear: Vote.Michelle Obama’s necklace makes her message clear: Vote.
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    The necklace went viral during the former first lady’s speech at the DNC on Monday.

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    Your face mask — and your T-shirt — might have been made with Uighur forced laborYour face mask — and your T-shirt — might have been made with Uighur forced labor
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    Human rights groups are urging major clothing brands to cut ties with suppliers in the Xinjiang region of China.

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    How social justice slideshows took over Instagram
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    PowerPoint activism is everywhere on Instagram. Why do these posts look so familiar?

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    The complicated origin of Instagram’s #ChallengeAcceptedThe complicated origin of Instagram’s #ChallengeAccepted
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    The global hashtag is now being used to bring attention to a women’s rights campaign in Turkey.

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    Student activists want change — and they’re starting in the classroom
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    Students are campaigning for more diverse texts, ethnic studies programs, and curriculums that highlight underrepresented groups.

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    Boycotts show us what matters to AmericansBoycotts show us what matters to Americans
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    Brand boycotts in the Trump era have been largely political, but with the pandemic comes a shift toward workers’ rights.

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    Students are using Instagram to reveal racism on campusStudents are using Instagram to reveal racism on campus
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    “Black At” Instagram accounts, like Black at Harvard Law, provide space for students to anonymously share racist experiences, and mobilize for systemic change.

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    Camping has become the social distancing activity of the summerCamping has become the social distancing activity of the summer
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    After months indoors, people are renting RVs, cabins, and fancy tents to spend time in nature.

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    The Vox guide to navigating the coronavirus crisis
    Yes, you can travel this summer. But should you?Yes, you can travel this summer. But should you?
    The Vox guide to navigating the coronavirus crisis

    Travelers should be prepared to “do their homework” before making any plans, one epidemiologist said.

    By Terry Nguyen