election – the Stentor

Meet Your 2026-27 Student Government Leaders!

Posted on April 30, 2026 by Stentor Staff Writer

Kate O’Donnell ‘28Staff Writerodonnellkgr@lakeforest.edu As this semester draws to a close, the 2026-2027 academic year creeps ever closer. And with it comes a freshly elected board of student government representation, inaugurated into office on March 28. So let’s get to know these faces and learn how they hope to impact the College community during their tenure. Sofia Reese–President For rising junior Sofia Reese, her perspective on student leadership has been informed in part by her…

The Iowa Caucus and Donald Trump’s Claim for Presidency

Posted on April 9, 2024 by Lia Fiffles

Elizabeth Poisel Staff Writerpoiselela82@lakeforest.edu My question for you: is it ethical for Donald J. Trump, who is currently facing countless federal charges – some relating to his actions and validity as president in the first place – and has previously been impeached not once, but twice, to not only run, but have a strong possibility of becoming president again? How many times must this man be tried, impeached, and indicted for us to deny his…

College Voters and The Upcoming Election

Posted on March 4, 2024March 4, 2024 by Lia Fiffles

By Kairo Fuller, Diya Kandal, Caelan McMasters, Juan Perez, and John Tangel How will today’s U.S. presidential frontrunners win the votes of college students who are younger than them by more than half a century? Not easily, it appears. With the Illinois primary approaching next month [March 19], some Lake Forest College students say it’s very difficult to relate to either President Joseph Biden or former President Donald Trump. Biden, 81, is the oldest president…

We’re Doomed 2016

Posted on November 8, 2016January 2, 2017 by Camille Lemieux

This may be one of the most groundbreaking political events since the birth of the United States. Regardless of your candidate of choice, this country will be in for a rough couple of years, and we, as college students, are along for the ride. Unfortunately, this horrific election is taking place right now, and it is hard to ignore the unforeseen consequences of either candidate’s victory. I’ll take you through a few situations that can…

Donald Trump Has a Better Chance Than You Think

Posted on November 8, 2016January 2, 2017 by Camille Lemieux

Many people are assuming that there is absolutely no way Donald Trump will win the 2016 presidential election. I believe Donald Trump has the best chance of taking control of this great country. Many people believe that Trump will not win because of the results of all of the different polls put out by a high volume of media sources. According to RealClearPolitics.com’s polling data, which takes an average of all major news outlets’ polling…

‘I’ve Never Seen An Election Like This Before’

Posted on November 8, 2016January 2, 2017 by Camille Lemieux

As the Lake Forest College students, faculty, and staff get ready to vote in this year’s presidential election, they reflect on the voter registration process and express their opinions concerning the 2016 presidential election. “A lot of students don’t pay attention to politics,” Associate Professor of Politics James Marquardt said. “They’re confused about where to register and how to register, but having them vote is important.” Marquardt is a deputy voter registrar. In this position,…