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A sign near the Boston University Beach encouraging students to register to vote. College students have lower voter turnout than any age group, which may be exacerbated by COVID-19 and difficulties with voter registration. LAURYN ALLEN | DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

BU students reflect on voting process, importance of this year’s election

Ashley Soebroto November 4, 2020

Young voters are traditionally less likely to turn out on Election Day than any other age demographic, and the sharp increase in early and mail-in voting further complicated the process this year. However,...

The results of the Nov. 3 Presidential election are undetermined as of election night. GRAPHIC BY LAURYN ALLEN | DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Race stalls at finish line: presidential winner may be unclear for days

Daniel Kool November 4, 2020
President Donald Trump falsely declared victory early Wednesday morning, attempting to discredit mail-in ballots as the electoral map remains too close to call.
Alexia Nizhny/DFP STAFF

EDITORIAL: ‘Coups’ is a dangerous term for groups protesting the presidential election

Editors October 28, 2020
We have the right to protest, boycott and strike, which are all vital to preserving the voice of the people. But, if we begin without a plan, then we have all the chaos without any of the results.
Angela Ao/DFP STAFF

EDITORIAL: BU should encourage voting by allowing optional classes on Nov. 3

Editors October 22, 2020
Boston University can do its part in promoting democratic participation by setting a precedent for colleges and local governments that acknowledges we all deserve a guaranteed day to have our voices heard.
American Protest: American democracy is facing a potentially violent crisis

American Protest: American democracy is facing a potentially violent crisis

Meredith Varner October 20, 2020
While Trump's words carry their own dangers and empower those who believe women and other minorities are below them, the recent push toward violence and fascism has strengthened more than ever before.

Trial date set for Boston Marathon bombing suspect

Daily Free Press Admin February 13, 2014

Dzhokhar Tsarnaev’s defense attorneys and prosecutors held a status conference in Boston on Wednesday, setting a trial date and another status conference date where they will decide the location of...

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