Disruption and Division on Display at Mayoral Debates
The L.A. mayoral debates have shown voters what each candidate plans to do on the issues of homelessness, policing, and other matters, while also revealing the deep divides and vitriol by protestors surrounding the candidates.
What to Know About the Upcoming Mayoral Election
As the Tuesday, June 7 primary election approaches, here it is what you need to know.
The Corsair's L.A. Voters Survey
The Corsair, Santa Monica College's student-run newspaper, is trying to gather input from voters like you regarding what you think the biggest issues impacting Los Angeles are.
A.S. Special Election Results
The results for the Spring 2022 Associated Students Special Election
A.S. Special Election Voter Guide
Get to know the nine candidates running in the 2022 Associated Students Special Election
Changes to A.S. Constitution and By-Laws Proposed in Special Election
Review all of the changes being made to the Santa Monica College (SMC) Associated Students (A.S.) Constitution and By-Laws up for a vote in the 2022 A.S. Special Election.
Associated Students Special Election: What You Need to Know
The Associated Students (A.S.) is holding a special election this May to fill in the five roles left empty after the previous general election and to approve constitutional revisions.
SMC On Safety In Santa Monica
Safewise.com survey ranks Santa Monica as one of the most dangerous cities in Southern California. However, students and staff have a different opinion.
L.A. Outraged by Supreme Court Draft to Overturn Roe v. Wade
Thousands took to the streets in front of the United States Courthouse in Downtown Los Angeles on Tuesday, May 3 protesting a leaked Supreme Court draft opinion that signals Roe v. Wade may be overturned.
Activists Fill Streets for May Day
On Sunday, May 1, thousands from Los Angeles joined activists, union stewards, and street vendors for the May Day march, commemorating the global celebration also referred to as International Workers Day.
Dolores Huerta Talks Abortion Rights at Adelante Club Meeting
Activist and leader Dolores Huerta talks Roe v. Wade, activism, and the cultural forces that stigmatize abortion.
Academic Performance During The Pandemic
As more schools begin to open, allowing more students to resume in-person learning, some students are finding their performance worse or better on-campus
Pride Center Calls for All-Gender Restrooms
Santa Monica College's (SMC) Gender Sexuality Alliance (GSA) and Pride Center want students to feel welcomed and comfortable on campus, and inclusive restrooms can make that happen.
The Faces of Student Leadership
A.S. President Joshua Elizondo and A.S. Vice President Dominic Prendergast sit down with The Corsair to talk about their experience in student leadership.
A.S. Election Results
On Friday, April 8 the results for the Santa Monica College 2022 Associated Students (A.S.) Election were announced.
Everything You Need to Know About the A.S. Presidential Election Controversy.
This week’s contentious Associated Students (A.S.) election has seen the two presidential candidates, Olivia Taha and Kamiko Greenwood, trade blows with one another in various public forums. Both candidates have raised concerns about their opponents in the Candidate Forum hosted by The Corsair, and in meetings of the A.S. Board of Directors and A.S. Election Committee hearings.
Candidates’ Conduct Called Into Question
An Associated Students Board of Directors meeting was derailed this Monday when A.S. Presidential Candidate Kamiko Greenwood brought concerns of antisemitism against her opponent Olivia Taha, a move which may be in violation of the A.S. Election Code of Conduct.
Associated Students Spring 2022 Candidate Guide
A.S elections have started and will end April 7 at 11:59 pm. Get to know the students running for A.S. before you vote.
A.S. Candidate Forum Kicks Off Heated Race
Candidates for Associated Students (A.S.) elections exchanged ideas and blows at the Spring 2022 Virtual Forum hosted by The Corsair.