By Brett LinleyCONTRIBUTOR The tragic terrorist attack carried out by ISIS in Paris has exacerbated the issue of not only the civil war in Syria, but also the refugee crisis stemming from it. Thousands...

By Brett LinleyCONTRIBUTOR There is arguably no single issue that has a larger effect on the lives of those in a globalized economy than international trade. Whether perceived as good or bad, there’s...

By Brett LinleyCONTRIBUTOR Recently, President Obama came out to confess that rigorous standardized tests are not always the solution to providing a better education. While this is a positive step on...

By Brett LinleySPECIAL TO THE CHRONICLE For the first time this election cycle, five Democrats took the stage to debate and rally the troops for progressive values. Throughout the exchange on CNN, there...