Taylor Lybrand

Political science student at the University of South Carolina. Interned with the Columbia Mayor's office and a political consulting firm. Focuses on budgetary policy and foreign aid.

From Faulty Voting Machines to Voter ID, Virginia Has A Serious Democratic Deficit

The phrase "democratic deficit" is somewhat of a wonky term usually only used in the world of political science nerds. But its basic meaning is simple: it is

By Taylor Lybrand

/ April 27, 2015

From Faulty Voting Machines to Voter ID, Virginia Has A Serious Democratic Deficit

Tuition Deferment: A Promising Solution to Solve U.S.'s $1.3T Student Debt Problem

NATIONAL -- The higher education system has hit some turbulence recently. In February, a group of students claimed that they would not pay back student loans for their time at

By Taylor Lybrand

/ March 11, 2015

Tuition Deferment: A Promising Solution to Solve U.S.'s $1.3T Student Debt Problem

Scott Walker's Education May Hurt A Presidential Bid in 2016

Over the past month or so, several media outlets have made a big deal about the fact that Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker's education does not include a bachelor&

By Taylor Lybrand

/ March 4, 2015

Scott Walker's Education May Hurt A Presidential Bid in 2016

For Students, There Are More Factors in College Decisions than Money

Earlier this month, the White House released a statement outlining "the America’s College Promise proposal to make two years of community college free for responsible students,". The

By Taylor Lybrand

/ January 30, 2015

For Students, There Are More Factors in College Decisions than Money

Renewed U.S.-Cuba Relations: History's New Chapter

The possibility of renewed U.S.-Cuba relations makes one wonder something about history: has opening up a communist country's market led to more freedom for its citizens?

By Taylor Lybrand

/ January 13, 2015

Renewed U.S.-Cuba Relations: History's New Chapter