Megan Barron

Bio

Megan is a recent Duke University graduate with a degree in history. She has developed an appetite for current events and politics after interning for both the White House and U.S. Senate while in college. She has recently entered the blogosphere in post-grad life and hopes to pursue a career in writing, advocacy, or both!

Brian Holbrook Stays True to Second Amendment, Despite Son's Tragic Gun Death

By Megan Barron

It is every parent's nightmare to lose a child, especially at the hands of a tragic accident. That's what happened to Michigan father Brian Holbrook when his 3-year-old son shot himself in the head with a gun that was not properly stored away.…

Walmart Threatens Nuclear Option Over Minimum Wage Increase

By Megan Barron

In Washington, D.C., lawmakers are set to vote on a bill Wednesday that would raise wages by nearly $5 in attempt to break the chain of poverty in the district. However, as the vote comes to the floor, Walmart is crying foul and even threatening to…

Delaware's First Same-Sex Marriage Happened to This Courageous Senator

By Megan Barron

It is clear that major history has been made this past week in the wake of the rulings of the Supreme Court. For same-sex couples in Delaware, their time has also come, with State Senator Karen Peterson and her partner Vikki Bandy leading the way as…

Google Admits Asking Job Applicants Impossible Brainteasers Was Ego-Stroking "Waste Of Time"

By Megan Barron

In the past, admittance through the gates of Googleplex was no easy feat. In almost-Monty Python-esque style, interviewers required candidates to answer convoluted riddles to test potential candidates' worthiness. Questions included such gems as…

Xbox One Release: Why Does the New Xbox Have Zero Games With Female Protagonists?

By Megan Barron

Much ado has been made about the new release last week of Microsoft's Xbox One and the new games presented at the E3 videogame conference in Los Angeles, particularly about the implications of how the console tracks movements and saves players'…

Chelsey Ramer: Teen Fined $1,000 For Wearing Feather in Graduation Cap

By Megan Barron

Graduation season is upon us, and for many seniors, it is a chance to display their proudest achievements as they move onto a new phase of their lives. This was no different for Native American high school senior and Atmore, Ala., resident Chelsey…