Lamia Haque (lamia-haque)

lhaque10 [ at ] stuy [ dot ] edu

Lamia Haque (‘21) is an Opinions writer. Her favorite topics to write about include the criminal justice system, immigration, and changes in international human rights. In her free time, she listens to R&B, explores new restaurants and cafés, and writes book reviews.

COVID-19 Is Still Scary, Now More Than Ever

Certain fear promoted by clear guidelines is what will allow us to channel our fears and do our part to stop the spread of this horrendous virus.

Issue 6, Volume 111

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A Climate Conflict in the Golden State

The Trump administration’s Safer Affordable Fuel-Efficient Vehicles Rule hurts the economy, sets a politically negative precedent, and furthers the already drastic effects of climate change.

Issue 3, Volume 111

Legendary Figure RBG’s Untimely Death

Former Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s death has left the country in a state of mourning, and it seems that her dying wish to “not be replaced until a new president is installed” might never come true.

Issue 3, Volume 111

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What’s Next?

COVID-19 has affected millions of people, giving them financial trouble and creating unprecedented uncertainty that only the federal government can attempt to change.

Issue 13, Volume 110

“The Horrors of Hollywood” ft. Harvey Weinstein

Film producer Harvey Weinstein has used his fame on several accounts to take advantage of young women in the film industry, showcasing the scary reality of Hollywood and it’s seemingly perfect exterior.

Issue 10, Volume 110

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Rikers: For the Prisoners or for the Public?

Justin Murdock, Lamia Haque

Rikers Island, off the coast of Queens and infamous for inhumane treatment of its inmates, now calls into question a controversial plan of setting up...

Issue 5, Volume 110

Genocide By Any Other Name

China’s harvesting of human organs from Uyghur Muslims is a testament to the country’s history of religious persecution and ethnic cleansing.

Issue 4, Volume 110

Keep Gifted Schools

Elena Hlamenko, Lamia Haque

De Blasio’s plan to eliminate G&T programs threatens to wreak havoc on the public education system and is an ineffective solution to solving educational inequity present in the New York City school system.

Issue 2, Volume 110

#MississippiICERaids

The ICE raids of August 7, 2019 left entire communities unraveled, with social media users grappling to resolve issues through ineffective hashtag activism.

Issue 1, Volume 110

Majors at Stuyvesant: Stressful or Supportive?

Stuyvesant students evaluate Brooklyn Tech’s major system, understanding its potential benefits and detriments.

Issue 17, Volume 109

Majors at Stuyvesant: Stressful or Supportive?

Stuyvesant students evaluate Brooklyn Tech’s major system, understanding its potential benefits and detriments.

Issue 17, Volume 109

Andrew Yang: A New Take on Capitalism

Yang understands how to give the people what they want, allowing him a real chance in the primaries.

Issue 13, Volume 109

Andrew Yang: A New Take on Capitalism

Despite his controversial policies, Andrew Yang’s campaign has recently gained traction; he plans to change capitalism by focusing on human welfare.

Issue 13, Volume 109

Trump Administration Orders Word Ban at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

The word ban ordered by the Trump administration was implemented to eliminate controversy but it instead restricts freedom of speech and continues health inequity for minority groups.

Issue 11, Volume 109

More Than Just Stand-up

The Improv and Comedy Club is a rising club started by four sophomores who aspire to help people get out of their comfort zone.

Issue 4, Volume 109