What's going On?

Bringing current news into the Brimmer Community

Rebecca Calhoun, Liam Conklin, Catherine Teng and Yvonne Xi

Kavanaugh Crisis

September 16, an article was published in the Washington Post accusing Supreme Court nominee, Brett Kavanaugh of sexual assault. The first accuser, Christine Ford, along with several following accusers, claimed that they were sexually assaulted by Kavanaugh.

Guest: Ms. Luckett

a look into the Blasey Ford and Kavanaugh hearing

Midterm election

November 15, 2018

As the Republicans firm their seats in the Senate, the Democrats take control of the house. In addition, It’s a record year for diversity among candidates including Native American, Muslim, African-American women, and L.G.B.T. group.

Guest: Mr.Cutler

Democrats vs. Republicans -- what changes did this midterm election bring to the U.S.?

G20 Summit 2018

November 29, 2018

This year, the G20 summit catches the public's attention on two central issues --- provocation between Russia and Ukraine and the ongoing trade war between China and the U.S..

Nov 29: @realdonaldtrump: “Based on the fact that the ships and sailors have not been returned to Ukraine from Russia, I have decided it would be best for all parties concerned to cancel my previously scheduled meeting....”
Published by Trump on Twitter

Guest: Mr. Iuliano

Conflicts between major powers -- what should we expect of the 2018 G20 summit?

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