Observer Department: Opinion
Prepare your vehicle for a New England winter
Editor’s Note: Nathaniel is a part-time student and a certified Walmart Auto Care Center Service Technician. As the winter months approach, average daytime and nighttime temperatures drop, and rain turns into snow. Preparing your vehicle for the colder months will aid in prolonging the vehicle’s life as well as maintaining…
The issues that matter most for students
With the 2024 presidential election less than a year away, it is important to look at the differences between the Trump Administration and the Biden Administration. The contrasting approaches of the Trump and Biden administrations in key policy areas, such as the economy, abortion rights, health care, climate change, immigration,…
Ukraine still in need of support
With the recent attacks on Israel by Hamas and the ongoing conflict with Palestine, the war in Ukraine has not been talked about as much in recent months and still deserves the attention of the United States. The war in Ukraine has been ongoing since 2014, and it has had…
Consider a federal work study job this spring semester
What is Federal Work Study? Federal Work Study (FWS) is a way for students to earn money to pay for school through part-time NECC-approved jobs. Many of these positions are located on campus in Haverhill and Lawrence. Some are with our community partners that are close to campus, like MassHire…
Letter to the editor: Cease-fire now!
Dear NECC Observer, Time tripping. Perhaps some of you will recognize the expression from “Slaughterhouse-Five” by Kurth Vonnegut. I’ve been time tripping ever since Hamas’ attack of October 7th: it’s as if I’m back in the movement against the Vietnam war. Every bomb dropped by Israel explodes in my…
The danger of Project 2025
In a potential second term, the twice impeached, 4 times indicted, sexual abusing fraud of a former President Donald Trump and his associates reportedly plan to use the federal government to target high-profile critics if he secures a second term. Trump wants the Department of Justice to investigate individuals who…
MAGA hypocrisy on full display
In recent months, James Comer, a Kentucky Republican representative and Chairman of the Oversite Committee, has been vocal in his accusations of corruption against President Joe Biden. Comer repeatedly highlighted a $200,000 personal loan that Biden gave to his brother, James Biden, as evidence of shady business practices within the…
Uncle Sam wants you to vote
To vote or not to vote, that is the question? Why do people vote? Why do people not vote? Does voting really make a difference? Why you should vote? These are important questions and I am sure you can come up with more. The local election for Haverhill City Councilors…
Why college extracurricular activities matter: How to include your activities on your resume
What are extracurricular activities and why include them? Extracurricular activities are programs outside of your academics, like clubs, athletics, and honor societies. Your involvement in college extracurriculars can help you build your skills and confidence. Perhaps you: • Were president of the Art Club • Volunteered at the U-Knighted Fair…
25 reasons to not vote for Donald Trump
The 2024 election will be here before you know it. Unfortunately, Donald Trump will most likely be the republican nominee for president. There are so many reasons not to vote for Donald Trump and here are 25 reasons NOT to vote for the disgraced former president. 1) Trump…
