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The Independent Student Newspaper at Boston University.

The Daily Free Press

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Presidential election generates anxiety over aftermath

Sara Creato November 8, 2024
For many Americans, presidential elections are immensely stress-inducing, but this year it’s gotten worse, according to a recent survey conducted by the American Psychological Association.
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Several social justice proposals for BIPOC and LGBTQ+ citizens put forth in weekly City Council meeting

Cassandra Dumay January 27, 2023
Boston City Council added a series of social justice initiatives to their agenda Wednesday afternoon, including hearings on affordable housing, supporting minority-owned businesses and promoting mental health in Boston Public Schools. 
Boston University students enjoy the warm weather on the College of Communication lawn. The U.S. Senate passed the Sunshine Protection Act on March 15 and the bill now awaits the decision of the House of Representatives. If passed, Daylight Saving Time will be permanent. AMANDA CUCCINIELLO/DFP STAFF

Senate unanimously passes bill to make Daylight Saving Time permanent

Bella Ramirez March 18, 2022
The U.S. Senate unanimously passed bill to make Daylight Saving Time permanent on March 15.
The pandemic and election season have contributed to Americans’ increased stress levels, according to a American Psychological Association study. ANNALYN KUMAR/ DFP FILE

Combination of pandemic, election worries drives US stress levels up

Samuele Petruccelli November 5, 2020
Stress levels are rising among Americans living amid a persistent nationwide pandemic and turbulent election season, according to an American Psychological Association study released last month.
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