Fordham University's Journal of Record Since 1918

The Fordham Ram
Fordham University's Journal of Record Since 1918

The Fordham Ram
Fordham University's Journal of Record Since 1918

The Fordham Ram
All content by Michael Duke
Arizonians show unique impartially in voting decisions (Courtesy of Grace Campbell/The Fordham Ram).

Arizona’s Political Climate: A Wildcard and Bellwether for National Political Sentiments 

Michael Duke, Contributing Writer
November 20, 2024
Donald Trump doesn't just campaign in red states (Courtesy of Grace Campbell/The Fordham Ram)

Why Trump’s Campaign into Blue States Matters

Michael Duke, Contributing Writer
October 30, 2024
Political polarization must be put to rest to consider America's future decisions. (Courtesy of Mary Hawthorn/The Fordham Ram)

Conscience Over Party Line: The Antidote to Political Polarization

Michael Duke, Contributing Writer
October 9, 2024
Law enforcement need to consider many factors when answering problems. (Courtesy of Grace Campbell for the Fordham Ram)

Law Enforcement Must Promote The General Public’s Safety

Michael Duke, Contributing Writer
October 2, 2024
The Graduate School of Social Service is located at Fordham's Westchester Campus. (Courtesy of The Fordham University Website)

Fordham Files Official Complaint Against 2U

Michael Duke, Contributing Writer
September 25, 2024
New bill moves to protect against deep fakes. (Courtesy of Grace Campbell/The Fordham Ram)

California Grapples with AI in New Bill: Government Finally Protects the Masses

Michael Duke, Contributing Writer
September 11, 2024

Incoming Debates Between Trump and Biden. Again?

Michael Duke, Contributing Writer
April 24, 2024
Gabelli School of Business Students attend global immersion class in Rwanda. (Courtesy of Michael Duke for The Fordham Ram)

Gabelli Students Visit Rwanda

Michael Duke, Contributing Writer
April 10, 2024
Fordham's Campus Activities Board is currently in the planning stages of their annual Spring Weekend. (Courtesy of Facebook)

Fordham Students Electrified for CAB’s Upcoming Spring Weekend

Michael Duke, Contributing Writer
March 13, 2024
Rep. Troy Nehls faces backlash over comments on Rep. Cori Bush. (Courtesy of Twitter)

The Nuance of Political Discourse

Michael Duke, Contributing Writer
March 6, 2024
U.S. Department of Education announces the Free Application for Student Aid’s (FAFSA) release will be delayed until March. (Courtesy of Instagram)

Tetlow Unsure of Fordham’s FAFSA Future

Michael Duke, Contributing Writer
February 21, 2024
At the conference, the Fordham Model United Nations team was awarded four honors for outstanding delegates and three for verbal commendation. (Courtesy of Instagram)

Fordham Model UN Sweeps UPenn Conference

Michael Duke, Contributing Writer
November 8, 2023
In past registration cycles, students have experienced registration difficulties caused by server failures. (Courtesy of Pixabay)

Course Registration Changes for Spring 2024 Semester

Michael Duke, Contributing Writer
November 8, 2023
The ethics of posthumous producing makes it difficult to enjoy the new music.

Let it Be; Posthumous Song Releases Aren’t Necessary

Michael Duke, Contributing Writer
November 1, 2023
States need to put sovereignty and national security first.

National Security Lessons from Arkansas

Michael Duke, Contributing Writer
November 1, 2023
The Oktoberfest event, which has been held in years past, was an opportunity for current seniors to reflect on their time at Fordham, connect and network with other seniors and celebrate the rest of the exciting year ahead. (Courtesy of Instagram)

Senior Week Committee Hosts “Oktoberfest”

Michael Duke, Contributing Writer
October 25, 2023
The Gov't did not shut down last week due to a continuing resolutiion passed.

Congress Averts Shutdown: Short-Term Fix

Michael Duke, Contributing Writer
October 11, 2023
In celebration of Homecoming weekend, President Tania Tetlow danced with students at the annual President’s Ball on Friday evening. (Courtesy of Instagram)

Fordham Community Celebrates Homecoming Weekend

Michael Duke, Contributing Writer
October 11, 2023
Fordham dropped 17-points in rankings from the previous spot it held as 72 on the list. (Courtesy of Twitter)

Fordham Falls in 2024 College Ranking

Michael Duke, Contributing Writer
October 4, 2023
Tearing down statues violates free speech and erases our history.

Statue Showdown: Don’t Tread on Monuments

Michael Duke, Contributing Writer
October 4, 2023
The meeting’s focus shifted to the university’s recent analysis of COVID-19 and rising cases in New York. (Courtesy of Twitter)

Student Life Council COVID-19 and Campus Activities

Michael Duke, Contributing Writer
September 27, 2023
Impeachments keep pulling us back into past problems instead of moving on.

Make Impeachments Moral Again

Michael Duke, Contributing Writer
September 27, 2023
Mayor Adams has stated the current migrant crisis has challenged New York.

Mayor Adams Sees the Light on Biden’s Border Crisis

Michael Duke, Contributing Writer
September 20, 2023
We're not ready for marijuana reclassification.

“Just Say No” to Marijuana Reclassification

Michael Duke, Contributing Writer
September 13, 2023
The first Republican Debate was defined by the absence of former President Trump.

Trump’s Absence Loomed Large on the Debate Stage

Michael Duke, Contributing Writer
September 6, 2023
Fordham’s undergraduate population will be campaigning for seats available to constitute next year’s United Student Government (USG) governing body. (Courtesy of Twitter)

United Student Government Makes Changes to Election Codes

Michael Duke, Contributing Writer
April 26, 2023
Trump is facing a possible indictment from the Manhattan DA. (Courtesy of Twitter)

Trump’s Possible Indictment is a Symptom of a Deteriorating Justice System

Michael Duke, Contributing Writer
March 29, 2023
SunnyD’s new alcoholic pursuits seem to be a marketing scheme. (Courtesy of Twitter)

Controversy Over SunnyD’s New Drink Clouds Image

Michael Duke, Contributing Writer
March 29, 2023
At the moment, tensions between the U.S and China are high (Courtesy of Twitter)

China and the U.S Struggle to Make Amends

Michael Duke, Contributing Writer
March 8, 2023
President Joe Biden wrestled political controversies at the State of the Union. (Courtesy of Instagram)

Heckling & Unclear Goals at the State of the Union

Michael Duke, Contributing Writer
February 22, 2023
Biden needs to step aside and endorse another Democrat for a 2024 run. (Courtesy of Twitter)

Its Time For Joe To Go: Biden Shouldn’t Run Again

Michael Duke, Contributing Writer
February 15, 2023
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