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Morgan Meyer

Morgan Meyer is a 4th year student double-majoring in Global Studies: Security and Justice and Art History at UVa, and plans to work as a public defender in the future focused on combating mass incarceration. She trains and welcomes pen pals to build relationships through writing to incarcerated people and supporting them via commissary donations, parole support letters, and local, grassroots activism in their state through her work as a coordinator with Abolition Apostles. She's been passionate about political organizing since first working on a campaign in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Reach out at [email protected] with any questions!

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Student Activism Under Fire: SJP Hosts Die-In Amidst Campus Crackdowns

By Morgan Meyer April 24, 2024 1

Last week, the Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) chapter at UVa hosted a series of events as part of...

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Law Beyond Profit: Exploring Public Interest Law with Stephen Anderson

By Morgan Meyer April 22, 2024 1

Last week, on Tuesday, April 29th, UVa’s Blue Ridge Center hosted an inspiring event on Public Interest Legal...

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Opinion

We Should All Be Focused on Julian Assange

By Morgan Meyer April 10, 2024 0

Julian Assange, a name known to nearly everyone, stands as one of the most controversial political figures of the...

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Incarcerated People Built Your Desk

By Morgan Meyer March 28, 2024 2

As students at the University of Virginia, we traverse a Grounds steeped in history, where the echoes of forced labor...

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“Divest from Death!” UVa Coalition Calls Referendum on UVa’s Complicity in Israeli War Crimes

By Morgan Meyer February 27, 2024 3

Today through Wednesday, February 28th, UVa students will vote for a number of elected positions in the tradition of...

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Memory Matters: Special Counsel Flags Biden’s Forgetful Flubs

By Morgan Meyer February 12, 2024 0

In our modern political arena, gaffes have become somewhat normalized for many of our aging leaders, perhaps none...

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News

Charlottesville’s Solution to the Housing Crisis: For the first time since 2003, Charlottesville’s City Council has adopted a new zoning code.

By Morgan Meyer January 26, 2024 1

Charlottesville has much to be proud of: a vibrant community, gorgeous architecture, and more. But one area we’ve...

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Keep Pushing Abortion Restrictions GOP, It’ll Definitely Work Next Time

By Morgan Meyer November 27, 2023 2

“It’s official: there will be absolutely no abortion ban legislation sent to Glenn Youngkin’s desk for the duration...

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Opinion

Erasing People from Public View: The Issue with Sweeping Homeless Encampments

By Morgan Meyer November 12, 2023 2

Just a few weeks ago in downtown Charlottesville, a scene played out that reflects the impact of a nationwide crisis...

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The Virginia Film Festival: A Celebration of Cinema and Culture

By Morgan Meyer November 5, 2023 0

Last Weekend, the Virginia Film Festival wrapped up its 36th year, delivering a captivating array of...

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