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Alina Kim

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As seen in: NOTUS, MSN, ABC News, NBC News, MDPI, Taylor & Francis Online, Polygon, MS NOW, PoliticsNation with Al Sharpton, The Weekend, Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes Podcast and
Covers:  politics, campaigns, elections, disinformation, arts & entertainment, labor rights
Doesn't Cover: fashion (of which i have no sense)
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Alina Kim’s Biography

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i'm a journalist covering politics, labor rights, reproductive justice, and queer history. currently, i'm stationed at msnbc in dc.

my works can be found at xtra magazine, hulu, abc news, and more. the handle @exucariba is probably mine.

Alina Kim’s Journalist Portfolio

Puking Up Rainbows in the Ashes of Capitalism

Puking Up Rainbows in the Ashes of Capitalism

On Anna Anthropy, “queers in love,” and existentially making out before we die.

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Several states are raising their minimum wage—and queer tipped workers fight distinct disadvantages

Several states are raising their minimum wage—and queer tipped workers fight distinct disadvantages

LGBTQ2S+ tipped workers struggle on their path to fairer wages

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In a post-Roe world, Democrats want to protect digital health data from abortion punishments

In a post-Roe world, Democrats want to protect digital health data from abortion punishments

Among the priorities for congressional Democrats after the demise of Roe v. Wade are bills to protect someone…

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"Not a single dispensary": The Fight for Freedom in Illinois' War on Drugs

"Not a single dispensary": The Fight for Freedom in Illinois' War on Drugs

For Wallace and other Chicago community leaders, news that solely focuses on progressive steps in the cannabi…

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Gamifying Terror-the Alt-Right's Video Game Infiltration

Gamifying Terror-the Alt-Right's Video Game Infiltration

For those observant of particular niche pockets of gaming culture, January 6th should be no surprise. A Capit…

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Red Is Lowkey Sus: A Political Reflection on "Among Us"

Red Is Lowkey Sus: A Political Reflection on "Among Us"

Now with over 86 million downloads, the violent nature of the gameplay in "Among Us" appeals to the cynicism …

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Articles

Epstein aide breaks silence, says she too was a victim of his abuse

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By Alina Kim Verified
| Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes Podcast
Epstein aide breaks silence, says she too was a victim of his abuse ‘This is illegal… this is wrong’: Harry Dunn fights Trump’s $1.776B fund ‘Prove them wrong’: Rep.
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Trump ends Sen. Cassidy’s career - and sets his eyes on Rep. Massie

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By Alina Kim Verified
| Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes Podcast
Trump ends Sen. Cassidy’s career — and sets his eyes on Rep. Massie He made millions at a private prison. Now he runs ICE. A form of Christian supremacy’: White House blurs church and state with 9 hour prayer rally. Why won’t the DNC release its 2024 autopsy? Trump ends Sen. Cassidy’s career — and sets his eyes on Rep. Massie He made millions at a private prison. Now he runs ICE. A form of Christian supremacy’: White House blurs church and state with 9 hour prayer rally.
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Rev. Sharpton calls out ‘exclusionary theology’ of White House-backed prayer event at National Mall

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| Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes Podcast
What questions Congress has for the guard on duty the night Epstein died Rev. Sharpton calls out ‘exclusionary theology’ of White House-backed prayer event at National Mall Activists to embark on 24-hour marathon live reading of the Epstein files in New York City What’s it like to be a Republican in the Trump era? Shock GOP primary result sparks new questions Trump ‘needs and wants’ an Iran deal: Former State Dept.
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What was your first job as a journalist?

arts contributor @ chicago maroon !!

Who's your favorite fictional journalist?

realistic fish head (from spongebob)

How do you prefer to be pitched on stories?

email me

Awards

Honorable Mention

2022 - Critical Review

Arts & entertainment, Chicago Maroon.

Honorable Mention

2021 - Critical Review

Arts & Entertainment, Chicago Maroon.