Emily Bloch
Emily Bloch covers education and government for The Florida Times-Union in Jacksonville, Florida. She's a regular contributor to Teen Vogue — where she covers national politics — and has contributed to the Daily Beast, PBS Frontline, Business Insider and MSN Money. Bloch is also president of the Society of Professional Journalists Florida Pro Chapter.
Politics
How to Help Fight the California Wildfires
“I actually don’t know of any vegetation type that is not on fire in California.”
Justice
Minneapolis Public Schools Are Cutting Ties With City Police
The community has demanded this for years.
Government
Is It Even Safe for States to Reopen Yet?
As some states try to return to business as usual, many experts advise extreme caution.
Politics
Scientists Can't Say for Sure When the Pandemic Ends
But here are some of their projections on how long we might be fighting.
Culture
The Hidden Truth Behind Tiger Sanctuaries and Roadside Zoos
Plus, how to tell if a facility is treating its animals right.
Government
What Is Hydroxychloroquine, Trump's Highly Touted COVID-19 Treatment?
Here's what you need to know about the drug the president keeps bringing up.
Politics
Coronavirus Is Coming for Alt-Weeklies, a Journalistic Stepping-Stone
"There will be a serious vacuum not only in my life but in the world of journalism.”
Politics
Coronavirus Is Creating an Unemployment Insurance Crisis
“I’ve never had to do this before, and I don’t know what I’m doing."
Politics
People Are Adopting Pets to Cope With Coronavirus
Who doesn't want a social distancing sidekick?
Environment
6 Climate Activists Explain Their Latest Strike
“These strikes are a demonstration of growing youth power.”
Government
Tired of Two Parties? Here Are Seven Alternatives
Libertarians and Working Families and Prohibition, Oh My!
Government
How Exactly Did We Get to an Impeachment Inquiry?
Short answer: a call with Ukraine involving Joe Biden and a lot of White House back-and-forth.
Environment
7 Greta Thunberg Quotes Perfect for Your Climate Strike Sign
"You are never too small to make a difference."
Politics
Left Homeless Mid-Senior Year, This Teen Still Earned a Track Scholarship
"I literally ran away from my problems. Even if it meant like 10 miles."
Politics
This New Orleans Senior Got Into 115 Colleges and $3.7 Million in Scholarship Offers
At this point, she's not even sure how many schools she applied to.
Politics
Stop Snitching on Teens' Luxurious Prom Photos to the FAFSA Office
It won't impact your application if it happens to you.
Sexual Health + Identity
This Politician Said Ensuring Free Pads and Tampons Would Make Jails Like a "Country Club"
Wait, what?
Politics
Teen Climate Strike Leader Greta Thunberg Is a Nobel Peace Prize Nominee
“The massive movement Greta has set in motion is a very important peace contribution.”