International: 

Refugees Who Could Be Us

This article speaks on the lack of action taken by countries and groups to relieve the refugees of their struggle. While many people from all over the world have taken matters into their own hands to help some of these refugees, the majority of the refugees still have nowhere to go. I do not believe that the article covered the story too well because the article seemed like a tug at the reader’s moral conscience rather that an accurate depiction of what is taking place. The article should have explained what should be done to relieve efforts and the logistics behind his solution.

US Moves to Block Russian Military Buildup in Syria

This article speaks on the undetermined, yet extremely suspicious acts the Russians are taking. The US does not want Russia to influence the political rule of Syria by providing military assistance in regards to both soldiers and equipment. Russia is believed to have a large number of soldiers inside Syria, which the US wants to prevent. I believe the article covered the story well because the uncertainty of the article is clearly stated. While we assume that Russians are building their military base in Syria, it is not yet proven. The article takes a more unbiased standpoint and decides to state only what he knows.

US Revamping Rebel Force Fighting ISIS in Syria

This article discusses the plan to strengthen the rebel force going against ISIS after suffering from an attack. Recent graduates of the program were attacked and found themselves underprepared and learned. The story was covered well because it goes into great detail about the history of the situation and where it is now. Despite the ongoing conflict, the article gave a good background to work with.

 

National:

Kim Davis, Released from Kentucky Jail

This article discusses a very popular national story where Kentucky county clerk was finally freed from jail. After being sentenced to jail for not issuing any marriage licenses for gays, she was set free with a warning. I believe this article was covered well despite all that has been going on because the story went viral. The article was very straightforward in saying what had happened.

Baltimore Announces $6.4 Million Settlement in Death of Freddie Gray

This article discusses the settlement made by the city of Baltimore due to the death of Freddie Gray by police brutality. While, the mayor says the settlement to be approved does not determine the guilt of Baltimore’s officers, many people feel otherwise. I feel like the event was not covered well because of the lack of exposure. The article makes many references but does not have too much to say on the issue at hand besides the fact that the mayor has to really consider the heart of the issue to be bigger than the police making a mistake.

Hillary Clinton Announces Campaign Finance Overhaul Plan

This article discusses the lack of specifics in Clinton’s Campaign Finance Overhaul Plan. While many have proposed reforms to Campaign Finances, it has not worked out for the most part. I believe that the story was covered well because it goes into a great amount of detail as to what Clinton did not address or answer despite her claims and standing.

 

Local:

Mayor de Blasio Says Homeless Problem is “Decades Old”

This article discusses Mayor de Blasio’s opinions on NYC homelessness, which states that while homelessness is an issue, it’s not something new to NYC. Mayor de Blasio states that he is on top of the issue and is doing his best to take care of it. I feel that the article was not covered to well because it is not a major issue at hand for many people in NYC. The article makes it seem as if the mayor’s policies affect the increase in homelessness. The depictions are not favorable and seem heavily opinionated.

Raymond Kelly, Ex-Police Commissioner, Blames Mayor de Blasio for Rise in Killings

This article discusses how the Ray Kelly blames Mayor de Blasio for the rise in killings because of his stance on stop-and-frisks. This was and still is a major issue in NYC. Many people were hurt and abused through the stop-and-frisk craze. I feel that the story could have been covered more effectively by doing some more accurate research on NYC killing statistics alongside stop-and-frisk numbers in order to determine the validity of the claims being made.

A Door-to-Door Push to get Parents Involved at Struggling Schools

This article discusses the different approach taken by Mayor de Blasio and his administration on developing struggling schools. Unlike Bloomberg, de Blasio wants to empower and teach the parents of students to get more involved in their schools. I feel that the article was covered effectively by interviewing many parents and officials that work with the schools. The article clearly stated all the problems and possible solutions being worked out by the city and the parents of students at these struggling schools.