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The student news site of Marquette University

Marquette Wire
The student news site of Marquette University

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Aminah Beg

Aminah Beg

Aminah Beg is the assistant opinions editor for the Marquette Wire. She is a sophomore from Naperville, Illinois who is majoring in Public Relations and Cognitive Science.

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BEG: Changing the world

Aminah Beg
May 4, 2021
The Genocide in Front of your Eyes

The Genocide in Front of your Eyes

Aminah Beg
April 8, 2021
Marquette student-athletes protest against racial injustices in the country on September 4.

A Year for the History Books

Aminah Beg
October 16, 2020
Graphic via Economic Policy Institute.

BEG: Wear a mask

Aminah Beg
August 24, 2020
Hillary Clinton spoke on the importance of voting, especially to young voters. Screenshot from DNC livestream.

Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton explains why Americans must vote

Aminah Beg
August 19, 2020
Former First Lady Michelle Obama disapproves of current state of America, encourages everyone to vote

Former First Lady Michelle Obama disapproves of current state of America, encourages everyone to vote

Aminah Beg
August 18, 2020
BEG: A letter to non-Black people of color

BEG: A letter to non-Black people of color

Aminah Beg
June 17, 2020
BEG & GARNER: Enough is enough – Marquette must act against racism

BEG & GARNER: Enough is enough – Marquette must act against racism

Aminah Beg and Alexandra Garner
June 3, 2020
Prime Minister of New Zealand Jacinda Ardern. Photo via Flickr.

BEG: Womens’ efforts must be recognized amid pandemic

Aminah Beg
April 30, 2020
The Privilege of Political Apathy

The Privilege of Political Apathy

Aminah Beg
April 22, 2020
Aminah Beg meets with her colleagues on the leadership team of the Ott Memorial Writing Center on a Zoom call April 21. Top row (L to R): Rebecca Nowacek, Aminah Beg and Nikita Deep. Bottom row (L to R): Maria Shenny, Jenn Fishman and Ariana Chapas. Photo courtesy of Aminah Beg.

COVID-19 BLOG: Checking the numbers

Aminah Beg
April 22, 2020
BEG: Colleges should lower tuition if classes remain online

BEG: Colleges should lower tuition if classes remain online

Aminah Beg
April 22, 2020
Graphic by Alexandra Garner

BEG: Minorities disproportionately struggle pre-, post-virus

Aminah Beg
April 17, 2020
U.S. airports must respond appropriately to COVID-19. Photo via Flickr.

BEG: U.S. airports must provide adequate resources to prevent further COVID-19 spread

Aminah Beg
April 7, 2020
People can usually vote in-person, but states are trying to adapt in order to limit the coronavirus spread. Photo via Flickr.

BEG: Voting amid COVID-19 crisis requires accommodation, communication from US officials

Aminah Beg
March 31, 2020
Many people are using masks for self-protection against coronavirus exposure. Photo via Flickr.

BEG: Younger generations must stay mindful of elderly amid pandemic

Aminah Beg
March 24, 2020
Rioters have been breaking into the capitol building while a joint session was in progress. Photo via Flickr.

BEG: Trump’s COVID-19 speech perpetuates xenophobia

Aminah Beg
March 17, 2020
TikTok is an entertainment networking platform that was established Nov. 17. Photo via Flickr.

BEG: Crediting TikTok content ethical for creators

Aminah Beg
February 25, 2020
White supremacist propaganda incidents have increased in the United States, on and off college campuses. Graphic via Anti-Defamation League.

BEG: Rise of white supremacy calls for campus action

Aminah Beg
February 18, 2020
Some research projects were put on hold due to COVID-19.

BEG: Iowa caucus sets interfaith inclusivity example for Marquette

Aminah Beg
February 11, 2020
Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Sanders are among the seven remaining Democratic candidates in the Iowa Caucus. Photos via Flickr.

BEG: Democrats must have a strong front entering primary elections

Aminah Beg
February 4, 2020
Stephen King said he didn't consider diversity when voting for Oscar nominees. Photo via Flickr.

BEG: Academy, Stephen King disregard diversity

Aminah Beg
January 28, 2020
Current Australia bushfires have killed an estimated one billion animals and burned 18 million acres of land. Photo via Flickr.

BEG: Celebrity ‘activism’ often insincere, hypocritical

Aminah Beg
January 21, 2020
The Chinese government has put an estimated 800,000 to 2 million Uighur Muslims in concentration camps. Photo via Flickr.

BEG: We cannot ignore oppression, torture of Uighur Muslims

Aminah Beg
December 3, 2019
Apple TV Plus premiered a new show called "Hala" Nov. 6. Photo via Wikimedia.

BEG: Muslim misrepresentation in media exacerbates stereotypes

Aminah Beg
November 19, 2019

Comfortable with Being Uncomfortable

Aminah Beg
November 13, 2019
Mary Vahl and her party were asked to move tables by Buffalo Wild Wings managers because of their race in Naperville, Illinois Oct. 26. Photo via Flickr.

BEG: White people’s comfort not responsibility of minorities

Aminah Beg
November 12, 2019
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge in Pakistan. Photo via Instagram.

BEG: Duchess demonstrates appreciation, not appropriation

Aminah Beg
November 5, 2019
Citizens protest India's militarization of Kashmir, a disputed territory between India and Pakistan. Photo via Flickr.

BEG: Global awareness necessary for Kashmir conflict

Aminah Beg
October 29, 2019
Ellen responded to public scrutiny about her friendship with Bush. Photo via Instagram.

BEG: No Ellen, I cannot accept everyone

Aminah Beg
October 22, 2019
U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren speaks at 2019 Iowa Federation of Labor Convention in Altoona, Iowa. Photo via Flickr.

BEG: Public opposition to Warren warranted, not sexist

Aminah Beg
October 8, 2019
Sweden native and environmental activist Greta Thunberg leads climate strike in Paris, France, Feb. 22, 2019. Photo by Stephane P via Flickr. Photo was altered by cropping.

BEG: Young activists’ voices crucial

Aminah Beg
October 1, 2019
News organizations like The New York Times are facing possible investigations from the Trump administration. Photo via flickr.

BEG: Trump threatens freedom of press

Aminah Beg
September 24, 2019
Malik speaks about her encounter with Chopra after BeautyCon event. Photo via Twitter.

BEG: Public figures should uplift, not silence voices of women of color

Aminah Beg
September 17, 2019
Trump's green card policy creates divide between immigrants. Photo via flickr.

BEG: Trump’s new policy undermines immigrant contributions

Aminah Beg
September 10, 2019
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's denial of congresswomen Omar and Tlaib showcases Trump's influence and ignorance. Photo via flickr.

BEG: Trump’s influence on Netanyahu perpetuates widespread hatred

Aminah Beg
September 3, 2019

BEG: Social media effective tool for activism

Aminah Beg
August 27, 2019
Work to Be Done

Work to Be Done

Aminah Beg
May 15, 2019
Social issues around the world are being overshadowed by the extensive support for Notre-Dame.

BEG: Notre-Dame support misguided

Aminah Beg
April 30, 2019
Nielsen feared the backlash she would receive for her contentious border policies, like family separation.

BEG: Nielsen must face consequences

Aminah Beg
April 16, 2019
Milwaukee Rescue Mission is one organization that that addresses issues of homelessness and poverty.

BEG: MU must increase social responsibility

Aminah Beg
April 9, 2019
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was openly enthusiastic about Trump's Golan Heights declaration.

BEG: Golan Heights recognition suggests political implications

Aminah Beg
April 2, 2019
Prominent liberal voices, like Chelsea Clinton, take an a la carte approach to social justice.

BEG: Democratic figures inconsistent

Aminah Beg
March 26, 2019
BEG: New Zealand attacker cannot be portrayed as victim

BEG: New Zealand attacker cannot be portrayed as victim

Aminah Beg
March 19, 2019
BEG: Jussie Smollett case discredits real victims

BEG: Jussie Smollett case discredits real victims

Aminah Beg
March 5, 2019
BEG: Standing for the Pledge of Allegiance should be a choice

BEG: Standing for the Pledge of Allegiance should be a choice

Aminah Beg
February 26, 2019
BEG: Native American culture requires respect

BEG: Native American culture requires respect

Aminah Beg
February 19, 2019
The BDS group demands Palestinian rights through refraining from business and cultural interactions with Israel.

BEG: Criminalizing boycotting Israel dangerous to free speech

Aminah Beg
February 12, 2019
Trump's wall proposal highlights the need for increased opportunities for the Hispanic community.

BEG: Trump’s border wall calls for increased Hispanic outreach

Aminah Beg
February 5, 2019
BEG: Impossible standards for women require adjustment

BEG: Impossible standards for women require adjustment

Aminah Beg
January 29, 2019
Recent allegations of Kelly's abusive past is raising questions as to why other artists decided to work with him.

BEG: Apologies do not lessen complicity

Aminah Beg
January 22, 2019
BEG: Continued use of N-word perpetuates consequences

BEG: Continued use of N-word perpetuates consequences

Aminah Beg
November 13, 2018
BEG: Women's stories need attention

BEG: Women’s stories need attention

Aminah Beg
October 2, 2018
BEG: Lack of socially conscious companies poses problems

BEG: Lack of socially conscious companies poses problems

Aminah Beg
September 25, 2018
BEG: Non-Western news deserves more mainstream coverage

BEG: Non-Western news deserves more mainstream coverage

Aminah Beg
September 18, 2018
BEG: Grande controversy sheds light on sexism

BEG: Grande controversy sheds light on sexism

Aminah Beg
September 11, 2018
BEG: Rohingya genocide deserves UN action

BEG: Rohingya genocide deserves UN action

Aminah Beg
September 4, 2018
In 1955, Emmett Till was murdered after unfounded accusations from a white woman.

BEG: Lessons not learned from Till

Aminah Beg
August 28, 2018
The Palestine Israel border has long been contested.

BEG: What is actually happening between Palestine and Israel

Aminah Beg
May 1, 2018
BEG: Social media does not have liberal bias

BEG: Social media does not have liberal bias

Aminah Beg
April 24, 2018
BEG: Equal pay doesn't bring equality for entire gender

BEG: Equal pay doesn’t bring equality for entire gender

Aminah Beg
April 17, 2018
via Wikimedia

BEG: Black Lives Matter needs the same praise as ‘March for Our Lives’

Aminah Beg
April 10, 2018
BEG: Support for Palestine unfairly taboo

BEG: Support for Palestine unfairly taboo

Aminah Beg
April 4, 2018
via Flickr

BEG: Teens have ability to enact change

Aminah Beg
February 27, 2018
BEG: Recent global anti-refugee backlash cannot be ignored

BEG: Recent global anti-refugee backlash cannot be ignored

Aminah Beg
February 20, 2018
Donald Trump addresses his supporters at a rally in Waukesha last year.

Beg: Bar set too low for Trump

Aminah Beg
February 6, 2018
BEG: The hypocrisy of MLK Day posts

BEG: The hypocrisy of MLK Day posts

Aminah Beg
January 23, 2018
Cast members of Marvel's "Black Panther" attend a panel at Comic Con.

Beg: Media representation of minorities disproportionately low

Aminah Beg
January 16, 2018
Aminah and her mother (right) pose for a picture at a family member's wedding.

BEG: Political apathy a privilege

Aminah Beg
December 5, 2017
BEG: Miley Cyrus must recognize her cultural appropriation

BEG: Miley Cyrus must recognize her cultural appropriation

Aminah Beg
November 14, 2017
BEG: Trump's immigration ban targets Muslims

BEG: Trump’s immigration ban targets Muslims

Aminah Beg
November 7, 2017
BEG: Memes connect millennials and improve society

BEG: Memes connect millennials and improve society

Aminah Beg
October 31, 2017
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