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VOLUME 52, ISSUE 4. JOHN HERSEY HIGH SCHOOL, FEB. 28, 2020 Deaf Students Struggle to Communicate in Sports, Could Benefit from Further Accomodations BY AMELIA ZOLLNER AND SERGIO CORTES

Although Hersey has proudly shown off its This communication barrier not only im- deaf ed program since 1978, in recent years, pacts students’ ability to perform well in sports enrollment numbers have dwindled, likely due but also affects students’ social involvement in to increased use of cochlear implants. This de- teams. “[If my interpreter isn’t there,] I try to cline in deaf enrollment has caused many deaf read lips and, if I can, write back and forth with students to face communication difficulties someone,” freshman Adriana Guerra, who is when participating in sports and extracurricu- also on the track team, said. “It makes me ner- lars. “I’ve heard kids say that they get together vous because I don’t understand what’s going for their pasta parties and they don’t necessar- on.” ily feel included, or the conversation is going Because the vast majority of hearing stu- so fast that they can’t really keep up,” social dents don’t know sign language, deaf students Lopez and Guerrero bike together during track practice.

worker Bonnie Koss, who works with NSSEO can often end up feeling left out. “There’s still a ZHAKLINOVA TEODORA BY PHOTO to provide equal opportunities to deaf students, communication barrier because you’re a teen- noted. ager, you don’t want to go talk to another teen- to deaf students. “I think the time should be Because many sports feature auditory ele- ager through an adult,” Koss mentioned. “You’d placed on a big [screen] and tell you when you ments, such as verbal announcements in swim- rather talk to a teenager directly. Our kids tend can go and come back,” Finnegan said. ming and starter pistols in track, deaf students to be intimidated to talk to the hearing kids Although accommodations like this have to often have to rely on alternative methods of and the hearing kids tend to already have their be made on an administrative level, Koss urges communication. All deaf students are given hearing students to remember that there’s al- interpreters that accompany them to practices ways something they can do to help: learning and meets, but in sports that involve long dis- even a little bit of sign language. “You have to tances, like swimming and track, interpreters meet them halfway,” Koss said. “If we could do can’t follow students around, causing students a little crash course at the beginning of a sport- to find themselves in situations where they ing event, or if everybody learned a little bit of can’t effectively communicate with the rest of sign language, that’s the best accommodation.” the team. Sophomore Brianna Finnegan, who was a member of the swim team, had to take her cochlear implant off when she’s in the water, Sophomore Belinda Lopez and freshman Adrianna so her coach and interpreter had to find oth- Guerrero stretch together during track practice. er ways to communicate when she’s across the ANNETTE BY PHOTO WHITE Recap: pool. “It’s a little hard because [I] have to rely on a small whiteboard,” Finnegan said. friends.” Deaf students in other sports face many Many deaf students have suggested various Winter Play of the same issues. Sophomore Belinda Lopez accommodations that their sports could include is in track and can’t always hear the starter to make them more accessible. During swim BY NATALIE WOZNY pistol. “It’s tough when I have a race; I have to meets, start times are typically announced know when to start,” Lopez said. via a beep, something that's largely unhelpful This February, the theatre department put on its annual winter play. However, this year, roles were reversed. For many years, Kyle Marquette Foreign Exchange Student has directed the winter show and Matthew Mi- chelin has been the tech director. This winter, things changed when Michelin stepped into the Shares Differences directing position and Marquette announced he was going to be designing the set. The show, These Shining Lives, takes place Between U.S. and Denmark in the 1920s and is centered around four young BY MICHAEL SOMARY women working in a clock painting factory that

PHOTO BY CONNER KREBS PHOTO BY CONNER used radium. The story jumps between Catherine Donohue’s life at home with her husband and her aren’t a part of schools in Denmark,” Bak days at the factory. Within a matter of time, the Grosen said. women begin to get sick due to the ingestion of The intensity of athletics is also much higher radium from their jobs. The company refuses to in America than Denmark. “Sports practices take responsibility; eventually the women decide are only two to three times a week in Denmark,” to take action and go to court. Bak Grosen said. The four women were played by senior Anna He was also surprised to find out that it Gorrill, junior Joanna Malec, junior Natalie Wo- is colder here than it was in Denmark. Bak zny, and junior Ava Dudick. Catherine’s husband, Foreign exchange student Gustav Bak Grosen works on Grosen felt that there was a lot more nature in Tom, was played by sophomore Nick Cwickla. The an assignment. Denmark than here in Illinois. girls really connected to their characters, which He noted some differences between social made the winter show experience more person- Junior Gustav Bak Grosen came to Hersey in life in America and Denmark. For example, al. “We all seemed to find parts of our characters the fall to experience American culture as part Bak Grosen said, “Americans say, ‘Hi, how are in ourselves and were able to use that in our line of a foreign exchange student program. Bak you doing?’ to strangers, but that just doesn’t delivery. It was fun to play almost ourselves but Grosen left Denmark the fall after he finished happen in Denmark.” as proper 1920’s women,” Dudick said. “The best 9th grade but was regarded as an 11th grader “I don’t have any regrets about coming here. thing about the show, for me, was getting to play at Hersey. I really like it here,” Bak Grosen said. a fictional friend group with some of my best Gustav sacrificed a lot by coming to America. He returns to Denmark on June 23 and is friends. I also liked learning the history of the ra- He left his family, friends, and sports clubs, and looking forward to reuniting with his family dium girls.” took a gap year in school because none of the and friends. credits he is receiving at Hersey transfer to his high school in Denmark. To learn more about Bak Grosen, To watch a broadcast of the winter play, One of the biggest changes Bak Grosen noticed in American high schools was the CLICK HERE! CLICK HERE! combination of education and athletics. “Sports FEATURES OPINIONS Students Speak Out About Dress Code BY JENNY AN Was the Winter Formal Worth $20?

In January, the deans and the divi- by asking students to not wear certain Not all students share the same styles, BY JENNY AN sion heads for student success, safety, and clothes during a time when students are at leading to the problem of defining the dress wellness sent out a dress code survey con- the age of finding a sense of self, students code. There is not a dress code that would The night of the Winter Formall certain- some mixed opinions about the music played gettable night. cerning student and staff opinions on the feel restricted from being expressive and make all students and staff content, but stu- ly made an impression. The first aspect of at the formal. Some people loved the music Even though some things about the dance current dress code. As said by Dean Matt comfortable. dents think that the dress code should ac- the dance that was a bit questionable was that was played, whereas other people hated itself could have been a little better, the Norris, “Our dress code is old; It was a dis- Sophomore Claudia Jarek stated, “Cloth- count for the new standards of fashion in the cost. The Winter Formal tickets cost it, which is no surprise since there is noth- dance created a night that provided an out- trict decision—it is something to look at and ing line companies are making clothes that society and the type of clothes stores are the same amount as the Homecoming tick- ing that can completely satisfy everyone’s let for students to release stress and tension update. The survey was the beginning of it are in style, and we want the freedom to selling. ets, twenty dollars. Twenty dollars is what I preference. in their day to day lives. Twenty dollars, [a change]. The likeliness of a change, long dress how we want, especially since it’s Freshman Zoe Stephanie said, “Each consider to be a pretty hefty amount of mon- But the choice of songs did not seem to be when looking at just the dance, could surely term, is, I think, possible.” something we’ve always been doing. Since person has their own opinion on the dress ey, especially for students with little income. the problem. The problem seemed to lie with be put to better use, but when looking at the The student and staff handbook states the times are changing, so is the clothing, code because each person draws the line To work for about two hours at a minimum the DJ. When the students stopped dancing whole night, there is nothing money can buy that the current district dress code restricts and not everyone wants to wear baggy somewhere else, and there has to be a line wage job to be able to go to a three-hour to the music or when the song began to lose that can replace the lifetime memory of the the following: “Coats and cold weather out- clothes everyday.” somewhere because no one should be able winter formal seemed like a waste. its appeal, the DJ did not attempt to change night of the dance. erwear; hats, hoods and other non-faith- to come to school in their bra and under- Although the decorations for the dance songs. The DJ would instead continue to based head coverings; clothing that reflects wear and have it be okay.” looked great, they did not quite seem like play the song all the way through, which left For an inside look at this year's dance, PHOTO BY AMELIA BY PHOTO ZOLLNER gang affiliation; clothing such as halter tops, Most students agree that the dress code, a good use of the funding. The decorations a lot of students just standing around half CLICK HERE! tube tops, spaghetti strap tops, bare mid- although restricting the clothing they can did make the dance feel more formal and in- the time, making the mood awkward and riff tops, short shorts and skirts, low riding wear, should not restrict the creative free- triguing, but it did not serve much of a pur- unpleasant. pants displaying boxers or sweatpants.” dom that is expressed through clothes, yet pose since not many photos could be taken Although, in spite of some of the negative Oftentimes, students are dress coded for students continue to find their expression of due to the dark and blue lighting. Not being aspects of the dance, the whole experience things like their hoods being up or too much creativity being limited. Students, to put it able to take pictures, made the dance a lot of going to the dance and making memo- skin being shown because it is seen to be a simply, want the dress code to allow them more upsetting because, typically, a big part ries was something that students cannot disruption to the classroom. But, in reality, the ability to dress in a way that lets them of dances is to take pictures to relive the put a price on. Being able to get ready with most of the restricted clothing in the dress convey their personality and style without night at hand through the photo. friends, taking a million pictures before the Junior Tim Pak, who has been told to take off his hood code fits current social standards. Hoods, multiple times, works on an assignment while wearing the fear of being dress coded. Another aspect of the dance that needs to dance, meeting new people, laughing until a hood. Students dance with friends during the first recent midriff tops, tube tops, etc. are in fashion; be discussed is the music. Music can either you can barely breathe, and making plans Winter Formal, which was held on Jan. 25. make or break a dance and there have been for after the dance all added to the unfor- Student Council Revives Winter Formal BY ALEXIS SANTIAGO Coronavirus Fears Spark Racist Hersey’s Student Council held a winter formal them said they were in favor of a dance. but I wish we could add more to it [and probably dance on Jan. 25. This is the first year Student After the dance, students had mixed reactions. get a different DJ],” Bedingfield said. “I thought Council brought back a dance that was similar Overall, the Winter Formal dance received pos- the one we had was fine, however, I’m trying to to prom and homecoming but would happen in itive reactions from students who went. “In my get a younger DJ for all of our events because Incidents in the United States between the two. “The Winter Formal dance is opinion, the winter formal dance was more fun I think it’s important that they understand the BY SAMANTHA GONZAGA a new student activity that was requested by than Homecoming due to it being less crowded,” students’ needs and wants and also are reason- the students and is meant to be a different style junior Jackson Yu said. ably priced well.” Coronaviruses are types of viruses that ing it because they think their behavior is ally targeted hate crimes. The racist people of dance that used to be done in the past school While some liked the dance, others didn’t en- Another improvement that students would typically affect the respiratory system. On normal. who have committed these hate crimes are years. It is very different from Homecoming,” joy the dance that much. “The dance was nice like to see in the future is expanding the area of Janurary 7, 2020, a new strain called nov- Not going to Asian restaurants because of not sorry for their actions. They do this to Student Council sponsor Margaret Tobias said. and I loved the decorations and the vibe of it, but the dance. “Student [Council] already did a great el coronavirus (COVID-19) was identified the fear of COVID-19 is racist. These restau- prove that they are stronger and more supe- According to math teacher George Beding- I feel like the dance was less exciting than Home- job with the dance, but I’d say one improvement in Wuhan, China. It’s typically spread per- rants are starting to lose business because rior to Asians when in reality, they’re afraid. field, ten years ago, the dance happened as a coming due to it not having many people there that could be made is the space outside the gym. son-to-person and there are currently no ignorant people have associated Asian food These are probably the most insecure and turnabout-style dance but stopped due to low and the DJ being less exciting,” junior Maddie Everyone was crowded outside the tiny hallway other cases of spread by animals, food, air, with the virus. In Los Angeles, fake World scared people you’ll meet if they really feel attendance. This year, Student Council members Anderskow said. in front of the gym,” Yu said. etc. At press time, there are currently 73,439 Health Organization (WHO) flyers ad- the need to prove that they’re not. wanted to try having a dance again this year but With this being the first year they brought Student Council hopes to bring back the Win- cases, 1,875 deaths, and 13,171 recovered, vised residents to avoid Asian-American another growing issue is that have it in January. In order for them to see who back this event, Student Council hopes to bring ter Formal with more improvements and hope- with 19 cases in the United States (World businesses like Panda Express (BBC News Asian-Americans are being refused service. would be in favor of the dance, Student Council this event back every year but with improve- fully have more students attend the dance in the O Meter 2020). There is no posed risk of the 2020). In Boston, Houston, and New York In Washington, a sample-stand worker told sent out a survey. According to Bedingfield, over ments to make sure the experience is better for upcoming years. virus spreading in other countries besides City, restaurants in Chinatown have lost a mixed Asian eight-year-old boy to "get 700 students responded to the survey and 75% of students. “I really like the decorating quite a bit, China, which holds the most amount of peo- customers due to fears of Coronavirus (CNN away because he may be from China” (Dai- ple infected. Fears of infection have evoked Travel 2020). People are afraid to go to these ly Mail 2020). In Indiana, two Hmong men anti-China sentiment and Asian xenophobia restaurants because they think that the were rejected from two hotels after work- since COVID-19 originally came from Chi- Asian workers there are unsanitary. They ers suspected them to have Coronavirus na. think the Asian workers will infect their (CNN 2020). In Los Angeles, there’s a peti- For example, an anonymous Asian-Amer- food and view the food as bad because it’s tion urging schools in the Alhambra area, PODCAST ican student was supposed to hang out with associated with Asian people and their cul- an Asian-American-dominant area, to close a group of friends but was uninvited after ture. If people didn’t think this, then there over Coronavirus risks (Los Angeles Times he got sick with a sore throat. The friends’ wouldn’t have been an economic impact on 2020). It has over 14,000 signatures. Since reasoning? They didn’t want to get Corona- Asian businesses. If people educated them- people are too lazy to distinguish different virus. “I thought they knew better than this,” selves enough, they would know that there types of Asians from one another, people the student said. “I haven’t even traveled aren’t even any coronavirus cases related to automatically assume that COVID-19 af- outside of the country for over a year, so why food nor any evidence of humans being in- fects all Asians. All these people are afraid would a sore throat immediately mean coro- fected from food products (Harvard Health of catching a disease that apparently every navirus?” What happened to the anony- Publishing 2020). Asian person carries unless they somehow mous student was one out of many racist in- Another racist thing to do is to harass and prove that they don’t. People should be as- 4. Film Review: 1917 cidents that have occurred since COVID-19 assault Asian-Americans because of their suming that Asian people don’t typically reached the United States. COVID-19 is not race. In early February, an Asian woman carry the virus instead of assuming that Josh sits down with Sam Sobczak and Tim Pak an excuse to be racist towards Asians. wearing a face mask on a New York subway they all do. to discuss Sam Mendes' new film 1917. 3. Trends to Leave Behind in 2019 The Hersey Hoops Podcast 5. Film Review: Little Women The people who have been playing off me- was called "diseased,” punched, and kicked Fearing a virus is normal, but fearing a Natalie and Grace sit down with This month, Connor and Max mes and jokes about the virus as “edgy dark by a passenger (NBC News 2020). Nobody whole race is not. It blows my mind how stu- interviewed aa multitude of Hersey Josh is joined by Natalie Wozny and Amelia guest Grace Walton to discuss humor” are the same people who don’t think did anything to help the Asian woman. In pid and close minded people can be when Zollner to discuss Greta Gerwig's adaptation their personal opinions on what basketball players, including Scott that Asians are actually being untreated Los Angeles, there have been a number of they’re scared. Racism towards Asians has of Louisa May Alcott's novel Little Women. trends should stay behind in 2019. Rogowski, TJ Stearns, Daniel Clawson, 6. Film Discussion: The Rise of Skywalker Jack Muglia, Drew Zagorski, Mary Kate fairly because of Coronavirus. They use bullying incidents and assaults towards the already been denied in the past because Fahey, Brent Wolff, and Ethan Roberts. their “humor” as an excuse for their blatant Asian-American community in schools, in- people continue to categorize them as the Josh sits down with Connor Durkin, Dan Phillips, 4. Valentine's Day Edition and Joey Byrom to discuss the Rise of Skywalker. racism that downplays Asians. Is it seriously cluding two separate incidents of a middle same as Whites when it comes to privilege. 7. Thoughts on the Oscars Tune in to hear Grace and Natalie's something that should be even joked about schooler and a high school student that were COVID-19 has really made the discrimi- take on Valentine's Day and where in the first place when Asians are losing beaten and hospitalized. Their classmates nation against Asians more obvious now. In this episode, Josh and Max sit down with the day originated from! Tim Pak and Hersey alum Susan Schmidt to business, being verbally harassed, physi- accused them of having the Coronavirus be- I’m really hoping that people come to their discuss the 92nd annual Academy Awards! cally assaulted, and refused service? I don’t cause they are Asian-American (CBS News senses about how Asians are discriminated think so. People are being racist to Asians 2020). A lot of people are just dismissing it as against after the COVID-19 hysteria dies because of COVID-19 without even realiz- normal crimes/bullying when they’re actu- down. 2 THE CORRESPONDENT | 2.28 2.28 | THE CORRESPONDENT 3 ENTERTAINMENT

PHOTO COURTESY OF BUENA VISTA PICTURES WES ANDERSON FILMS RANKED 5 The Life Aquatic (2004) After achieving widespread critical acclaim for The Royal Tenenbaums, Anderson doubled down on his quirky aesthetics in The Life Aquatic. The BY JOSH HO film follows oceanographer Steve Zissou (Bill Murray) as he searches for the jaguar shark that killed his friend. Blending stage-like sets with practi- Few filmmakers have impacted culture as much as Wes cal stop-motion effects, The Life Aquatic is unabashedly reliant on style to Anderson. The acclaimed director has cultivated an aes- carry the film. However, the film also packs more of an emotional gut-punch thetic so influential that it can be recognized anywhere than some of Anderson’s other work, as it focuses on mid-life crises and from coffee shops and record stores to Pinterest boards broken relationships. While definitely not his best work, The Life Aquatic is and Instagram feeds. His sprawling sets and symmetri- an extremely enjoyable and endearing voyage into the sea. cal compositions combine with quirky dialogue and killer soundtracks to create fairy-tale worlds familiar to our own Best Line: “Don’t point that gun at him! He’s an unpaid intern.” yet distinctly original. This month, the trailer to his tenth film The French Dispatch was released. The film features PHOTO COURTESY OF SONY PICTURES an all-star cast including Bill Murray, Owen Wilson, Timo- 4 Bottle Rocket (1996) thee Chalamet, Frances McDormand, and Tilda Swinton, In anticipation of this upcoming movie, let’s take a look at the In the early 90s, Wes Anderson, Owen Wilson, and Owen’s brother rest of his filmography. Luke were just three college graduates living together in Austin, Texas. 25 years later, these three friends are some of the most well respected figures in Hollywood. Their success started with indie darlingBottle PHOTO COURTESY OF PITCHFORK Rocket, a sincere screwball comedy about a group of inept criminals. While Anderson’s trademark sensibilities are not fully present, Bottle Rocket exhibits his deadpan humor and visual flourishes that would PHOTO COURTESY OF FOX SEARCHLIGHT PICTURES come to define his style in later years. The Wilson brothers’ chemistry The Darjeeling Limited (2007) brings an undeniably Texan energy that propels the thin plot forward. 9 Bottle Rocket remains one of Anderson’s funniest works. Wes Anderson has arguably never made a bad movie. The Darjeeling Limited, al- Best Line: “I lost my touch.” “Did you ever have a touch to lose, man?” though his worst film, has many redeemable qualities. The color pallete is beautiful and the sets are very aesthetically pleasing. However, the story about three brothers who Fantastic Mr. Fox (2009) embark on a train trip across India often feels forced in both its humor and emotional 3 throughline. The direction and dialogue is too precise to be believable and impact- ful. While The Darjeeling Limited is visually stunning and features a phenomenal . Anderson’s first foray into animation is an adaptation of Roald soundtrack anchored by The Kinks, it remains his weakest effort so far. Dahl’s classic children’s book. Painstakingly animated in stop-mo- tion, Fantastic Mr. Fox proves that Anderson’s style can also carry Best Line: “I love you too, but I’m gonna mace you in the face.” over into animation. The film is packed with symmetrical shots, dolly zooms and pans, and a quirky score that cements the film as a hipster classic. Boasting a star-studded cast with the likes of George Cloo- ney, Meryl Streep, Ed Norton, and Willem Dafoe, Fantastic Mr. Fox PHOTO COURTESY OF FOX SEARCHLIGHT PICTURES Isle of Dogs (2018) 8 is assuredly an iconic animated film that will be studied for years to come. Anderson tackles a new setting in Isle of Dogs, the first of his films to take place outside America. Set in the fictional Japanese city of Megasaki, this film Best Line: “If what I think is happening is happening, it better not draws heavily from Japanese director Akira Kurosawa. At its core the film is a be.” love letter to man’s best friend (the title can be read as “I Love Dogs”). The ani- PHOTO COURTESY OF 2OTH CENTURY FOX PHOTO COURTESY OF BUENA VISTA PICTURES mation is gorgeous, and Wes’s symmetrical compositions help bring a futuristic city to life. This sci-fi adventure comedy may lack emotional payoff, but it will definitely please animal lovers and fans of Anderson’s idiosyncracies. 2 Rushmore (1998) Best Line: “I was the lead mascot for an undefeated high school baseball team.” A sophomore slump? Wes has never heard of it. Rushmore, his PHOTO COURTESY OF BUENA VISTA PICTURES stunning follow-up to Bottle Rocket, is more refined and emotionally resonant than its predecessor. The film follows Max Fischer, a stu- The Royal Tenenbaums (2001) dent at the esteemed Rushmore Academy. He gets caught up in a love 7 triangle with a teacher (Olivia Williams) and a businessman under- going a mid-life crisis (Bill Murray, in his first of many collaborations Anderson’s third feature showcases an evolution in his career, and was his first com- with Anderson). This film sets up a theme that Wes would go on to mercial success. Undeniably grander in scope, The Royal Tenenbaums blends a dark fam- explore in his later films: the contrast between youth and adulthood. ily drama with twee aesthetics and a ‘70s rock soundtrack. In the movie, patriarch Royal With a flawless soundtrack and excellent performances,Rushmore Tenenbaum (Gene Hackman) returns home, causing an impromptu family reunion. Over holds up as one of the finest coming-of-age movies in recent memory. the course of the film, the three Tenenbaum children (Ben Stiller, Luke Wilson, and Gwe- nyth Paltrow) confront trauma and deep-seated feelings towards themselves, each other, Best Line: “These are OR scrubs.” “Oh, are they?” and their parents. It’s moving and depressing, yet at times undermined by Anderson’s style and comedic tone. The Royal Tenenbaums is far from perfect but announces the arrival of Moonrise Kingdom (2012) PHOTO COURTESY OF FOCUS FEATURES one of America’s most distinct storytellers. 1 Best Line:“I’ve had a rough year, dad.” The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014) Few films manage to capture the distinct feeling of childhood: a feeling like any- PHOTO COURTESY OF FOX SEARCHLIGHT PICTURES 6 thing is possible and that life is an adventure. The two leads of Moonrise Kingdom, Boy Scout Sam (Jared Gilman) and troubled girl Suzy (Kara Hayward), embody Anderson’s most recent live-action film is the culmination of his sensi- this spirit as they run away from home and begin an innocent romance. Anderson bilities. Featuring an all-star cast and beautiful miniature sets, The Grand contrasts the two with a myriad of adult figures. These adults, from Mr. and Mrs. Budapest Hotel is pure candy-coated joy. Vivid pinks and stark whites Bishop to Scout Master Ward, are lost. Their lives have been derailed by the cyn- serve as a backdrop to a wistful comedy caper that never goes overboard on icism and confusion of adulthood. In Moonrise Kingdom, it’s the children, not the precociousness. It’s emotionally distant, which may turn off some viewers. adults, who seem to have their lives together. Through captivating performances, However, Ralph Fiennes’ M. Gustave and Tony Revolori’s Zero bring a re- lush cinematography, and gorgeous set design, Anderson suggests that perhaps we fined sensitivity and deadpan humor that rivals Anderson’s best works. The ought to live with more childlike passion and curiosity. Of course, Anderson realiz- Grand Budapest Hotel might warrant a second viewing in order to make es that this childlike mindset will erode as we grow, evidenced by the film’s distinct- complete sense, but it’s a wonderful treat nonetheless. ly melancholic undertones. Moonrise Kingdom shows why Wes Anderson is one of the most important filmmakers of our time. He’s a visionary who crafts immaculate Best Line: “Did he just throw my cat out of the window?” worlds while revealing truth about the world we live in. His films are profound com- mentaries yet unabashed escapism. In a world filled with pain, sometimes an escape is all we need. 4 THE CORRESPONDENT | 2.28 Best Line: “I hope the roof flies off and I get sucked up into space.” 2.28 | THE CORRESPONDENT 5 ENTERTAINMENT YOU: Love is the Perfect Match for Joe John Mulaney's Take on Bringing BY SAM GONZAGA Back Kids Shows Spoiler Warning: Spoils multiple important scenes from seasons 1 and 2! BY ALEXIS SANTIAGO YOU is a Netflix Show about a book- another young character, Ellie Alves, a fif- because they were interfering with Joe and keeper named Joe Goldberg who develops teen-year-old aspiring filmmaker and the Beck’s relationship. Joe wanted to get rid unhealthy obsessions with women that he younger sister of the apartment tenant. Will of the toxicity that fueled Beck’s awful be- On December 24, 2019, Netflix released a new comedy special, it with my cousin, who is only 12, and we both enjoyed the show meets. He stalks them in real life, watches continued to supervise Ellie’s phone to make havior, but the deaths took a toll on Beck in- John Mulaney & the Sack Lunch Bunch, starring and written by since it reminded both of us of our favorite kids’ show, Barney and over their social media, and eliminates any- sure she’s okay, gave Delilah clues on Ellie’s stead. Beck ended up cheating on Joe with comedian-actor John Mulaney. Mulaney has recently starred in Friends. thing and anyone that tries to interfere with whereabouts, and even sent her money to her therapist Dr. Nicky. Joe ended up killing popular animation shows and movies like Big Mouth as Andrew Since this is his first kid that Mulaney released there have what he’s doing. In Season 1, Joe dates as- support herself after she moved out of Los Beck after realizing that their relationship and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse as Spiderham, a parody been talks, according to Vulture, that he would love to continue piring writer Beck Guinevere. In Season 2, Angeles. wouldn’t work out and framed Dr. Nicky version of Spider-Man. The new comedy special brought in spe- The Sack Lunch Bunch but with more content for its viewers . Joe moves to Los Angeles to start over with Joe’s friendships with Paco and Ellie were with the murders of Beck, Benji, and Peach cial guest stars like Jake Gyllenhaal, Anna Leigh Ashford, and a new identity as Will Bettleheim after in- two of the only things that kept me from using the book that Beck wrote about Joe. David Byrne. cidents related to his past relationships. He hating Joe completely. His actions towards However, this wasn’t the first time that John Mulaney & the Sack Lunch Bunch attracted viewers with then meets Love Quinn and tries to develop both children revealed a pure, caring side Joe did this. Joe killed the producer his first nostalgia by using inspiration from well-known kid shows like a normal, healthy relationship with her, but of him. He goes to extreme lengths to make girlfriend Candace cheated on him with Sesame Street and Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood. With this in- things quickly take a turn. sure neither of them get hurt. and unsuccessfully killed Candace after spiration, Mulaney created entertaining segments like Sascha's Fans can’t help to compare Love, his new Just like Joe, Love also plays a protective she wouldn’t get back together with him. "Dad Does Drag (and the Act Needs Work)," a skit about a book romantic interest, to Beck, Joe’s ex-girlfriend role. Love constantly watches over Forty, her In season 2, things take a turn when Love that discusses a son’s perspective on drag culture, or "Plain Plate from. Personally, I think Love is the perfect recovering addict twin brother. She stayed killed Delilah after finding her in Joe’s glass of Noodles," a song about how a kid will only eat butter noodles. match for Joe because of the roles they play close to her brother even after her first mar- box. Love’s obsession with starting a family I like how Mulaney does a great job of showcasing the kids’ in people’s lives. riage, worked with him at Anavrin when wouldn’t happen if she let Delilah live be- talent with their acting or singing skills, since most of the kids Joe Goldberg and Love Quinn are both she could have easily become a professional cause then Joe would be in prison. She also are new to acting. In the show, he also did little interviews with protectors for their loved ones. In season 1, cook, helped him stay sober, and hired a P.I. killed Candace for trying to ruin Joe’s life by each kid asking them a question about their biggest fear. This we met Paco, Joe’s young neighbor whose to find out information about Forty’s suspi- interfering with the Quinns. showed the kids’ personalities behind the camera and also gave mother is in an abusive relationship. Joe cious new girlfriend. In season 2 episode 10, Although this is not confirmed, the mur- the audience a taste of what the kids are dealing with at the mo- played the role of a brother figure to Paco Love also killed someone to protect someone ders of Candace and Delilah lead me to be- ment. Mulaney’s goal for the show was to attract both kid and and I loved it. Throughout the first season, she cared about. When Love and Forty were lieve that Love actually killed her late hus- adult audiences since most kids’ shows target only kids. I watched COURTESYPHOTO OF NETFLIX Joe would get Paco books to read, buy him teenagers, Love killed their au pair, Sofia, band James Kennedy. Details about his food, and offer advice on what to do about who sexually abused Forty. She stabbed So- death from his “illness” are super vague and his parents’ relationship. fia in the neck, which, later on, became her the flashbacks that Love gets about James In season 2, we saw this kind of relation- signature move for killing people. might be out of guilt. Love is revealed to ship transpire again between Will Bet- Joe and Love are both willing to do any- have the same level of craziness as Joe, mak- A Memorable Show for Music's tleheim (formerly known as Joe Goldberg thing in the name of love. In season 1, Joe ing them perfect for each other. before he went under a new identity) and kills Benji Ashby III and Peach Salinger One of the main reasons why I “love” Love being with Joe is because their relationship gives Joe a taste of his own medicine. Instead Biggest Night of taking the easy way out and Joe dying or killing Love, he has to live with a constant BY JIA SKRUDLAND reminder of his actions, Love. He almost kills her, but she reveals that she’s pregnant with his child. Joe feels the need to spare Love The 62nd annual Grammy Awards were held on January 25 at Prince, John Prine, Nipsey Hussle, Dr. John, Kenneth Erlich, mu- for the sake of the child and Love is able to the Staples Center in Los Angeles, with Alicia Keys returning as sic education and basketball legend Kobe Bryant. trap Joe into marriage this way. Joe has to the host. However, the ceremony started off on a somber note with Multiple performers saw their songs sales and streams signifi- accept his fate and be with a woman he had Keys and Boys II Men paying a tribute to the late Kobe Bryant, cantly increase after their performance, most notably Cabello’s no interest in anymore. who passed away that morning. Throughout the night, Kobe was “First Man” and Lovato’s “Anyone,” both of which were emotion- The ending of season 2 makes this clear honored, as the event took place in the Staples Center, what Keys al performances. “First Man” went up to 11,400 sales within 24 when Joe is looking through the fence and called “the house he built.” hours, after only having 6,159 sales before the show and roughly sees an engaged woman that piques his in- 1.4 millions streams on Spotify afterwards. Lovato saw her song terest. My bold prediction for season 3 is As usual, the Grammys had a star-studded lineup. Lizzo opened rise up to 2 million streams after her performance, making it the that Joe will finally meet the woman of his the show with a bang by performing “Cuz I Love You” and her most streamed song of the night. Other notable mentions include, dreams, but Love will interfere and kill them Grammy nominated-hit song, “Truth Hurts” along with her iconic “Nobody but You” (Shelton & Stefani), “Old Town Road” (Lil Nas COURTESYPHOTO OF NETFLIX both. flute solo. Alicia Keys performed a captivating parody to Lewis X), “What A Man Gotta Do” (The Jonas Brothers) and “when the Capaldi’s, “Someone You Loved”, which included shoutouts to the party’s over” (Eilish). nominees. Solo performers hitting the stage included H.E.R., The Billie Eilish dominated the show as she took home the award Jonas Brothers, Tyler, The Creator, Rosalia, Demi Lovato, Camila for Song Of The Year, Record Of The Year, Album Of The Year Cabello and Ariana Grande. Lil Nas X had a legendary perfor- and Best New Artist. Eilish made history at the Grammys as she mance with Mason Ramsey, Billy Ray Cyrus, Diplo, BTS and Nas became the youngest artist ever to win the four big categories as all joining him for a rendition of his 17-week Billboard Hot 100 well as the first woman to achieve all four of these accolades on Budget Bites February: Chicago chart-topping song, “Old Town Road.” Lil Nas X was one of the the same night. Eilish and O’Connell, who won Producer Of The artists to honor Kobe with his jersey on one of the set pieces. The Year, took home the most awards with ten total. BY SAM SOBCZAK & CONNOR DURKIN brother-sister duo of Billie Eilish and Finneas O’Connell also put This year’s Grammys definitely left a mark on history as re- on a beautiful performance of “when the party’s over,” with Eilish cords were made. This month, the foods crew displaying her unique vocals. New lovers Blake Shelton & Gwen went down to the city again. Stefani revealed their affection for each other with their single We explored a new culinary “Nobody but You.” Tribute performances were also made to no- trend: food halls. At food halls, table people who made an impact on the music world including, restaurants rent out booths and feature small menus in order to drive traffic to their establishments. We went to three locations: The French Market, Revival Food Hall, and Time Out Market.

An awesome Nutella banana CLICK HERE Delicous pork potstickers from Bill Kim's A classic lemon blueberry crepe at empanada from Litos Empenadas in Athe French Market. VIDEO BY CONNOR DURKIN restaurant in Time Out Market. Revival Food Hall. PHOTO COURTESYPHOTO OF CONNOR DURKIN PHOTOS COURTESY OF GETTY IMAGES

6 THE CORRESPONDENT | 2.28 2.28 | THE CORRESPONDENT 7 Huskies Honor Veterans Through IN DEPTH Education & Service Work

Students Work Alongside Organizations to Support Veterans Receive Warm Welcome to Hersey Veterans BY TEODORA ZHAKLINOVA Through Gingerbuild BY JESSIE CARLQUIST

“Many veterans sacrifice and fellow veterans to help each other next generation of soldiers, ma- The Gingerbuild is an event bringing awareness” P.E. teacher reason the gingerbuild gets better suffer for our country,” English and connects them with the com- rines, airmen, sailors, police offi- Hersey has put on since 2014, with Ken Ricker said. The gym is packed every year. teacher Jim Miks said. Hersey munity through events like the cers, teachers, medics, and trades- the first year supporting Sargent with students having a good time The veterans love the event and wants to honor those veterans and ones at Hersey. men and women to help show the Jason Smith and the building of his and all getting involved. feel the students embrace and ap- has partnered with several orga- CreatiVets helps veterans older generations that we are all home. During the Gingerbuild stu- Students participating in the Gin- preciate them. “Especially the 311 nizations that help support vet- through art and music by allow- in this together, and we can all dents, staff, and their families com- gerbuild see the veterans as judges vets from Vietnam, they came back erans in different ways to ensure ing them to express their feelings learn from each others' strengths pete to make the best gingerbread and hear their stories. They’re able and had a very cold homecom- they live a happy and successful to people that have not been in and weaknesses,” Peterson said. house they can in one hour. Sports to find out more about what our vet- ing. To come here and get a five life after their service. We have combat. “CreatiVets is more than Peterson and his non-profit or- teams and extracurricular activities erans have gone through and have minute standing ovation, it was many events like the Gingerbuild, just art. It is more than just get- ganization strive to support our form groups and compete as well. done for us. Being able to connect heart[warming] for some of those the written bricks students put ting veterans together to make veterans both mentally and by Veterans participate in building with them, even just for a moment guys. It’s the welcome home they up on the walls, the big assembly, art. It is about giving veterans providing them with a home. and are also the judges who deter- during the competition, is the rea- never got,” Ricker said. and the speakers who come in who feel isolated or that they can- Hersey has worked with Proj- mine the winner that year. It helps son for doing this. “Knowing that With the happy and exciting at- and talk about how they help vet- not connect to people anymore a ect Headspace and Timing to many veterans from fundraising the judges were veterans makes me mosphere, the Gingerbuild brings erans. All of these events include chance to explain to people what help prevent homelessness among to providing these men and women happy knowing that they are wel- joy to everyone, including vets, stu- veterans, students, teachers, and is really getting at them and caus- veterans by raising money. Addi- with recognition. come as a part of Hersey,” freshman dents, and staff. “It’s a perfect way leaders who all strive to better the ing them issues, and the wonder- tionally, Peterson has attended It has become an event that the Meghan Mrowicki said. Veterans as to raise money because everyone community and support our vet- ful part about it is they don't have speaker events and assemblies community looks forward to every well as students see the impact this who participates enjoys it and we’re erans. This year, Hersey collabo- to say anything at all if they don't to educate our students on the year. “The Gingerbuild brings the event has on our community and all helping people at the same time,” rated with 1Pet1Vet, CreatiVets, want to,” Zachary Burgart, who importance of giving. “I have a Hersey community and veterans find joy in what is being done. senior Claire Stollfuss said. Partic- and ProjectHeadSpaceandTim- has gone through the program Hersey baseball cap on my shelf together in a good spirited event to Students love building the hous- ipating in the Gingerbuild for four ing to help America's veterans. and now volunteers to help fellow next to my military career awards. remind us that we need each oth- es with their teammates and friends years, seniors come back every year 1Pet1Vet helps improve the soldiers, said. The organization I have it there to remind me that er,” English teacher Jim Miks said. and their happiness is contagious. ready to top their house last year. lives of veterans who have been brings veterans together through there are kids out in the world to Overall, it is a feel-good event for “It was really fun getting to be with They understand how to help and diagnosed with post-traumatic music and art and helps them feel include my own backyard, that students and Veterans alike. my teammates and building the pass it along to the freshman. stress disorder by providing them understood and supported. have such a passion and deeper The veterans, year after year, gingerbread houses as well, we just Receiving a five minute standing with trained service dogs and Zachary Burgart came to talk understanding of their belonging come back to participate because all had a good time!” Mrowicki said. ovation had such a big impact on emotional support Animals,” Pro- to students to explain how the in the world than I ever had at of students. “We like to come back Freshmen notice the impact they these men. These men walked in the gram Director Eric Carlson said. organizations help veterans and their age. I have faith in our fu- every year because of the great can make in their first year here gym and were appreciated by 1800 Their service animals are trained to show the importance of help- ture as a society,” Peterson said. welcome we receive and all the fun and can continue to make that im- teenagers and that is one small way by Peggy Moran, who has been ing veterans feel understood. “It The assembly concludes ev- we have being there with the stu- pact and make that choice to sup- students repaid them for all they’ve training dogs since she was 15 is very good to see the younger erything staff and students have dents,” Vietnam Veterans of Ameri- port our veterans and our commu- done. It’s the warm feeling they and is a recipient of the ASPCA’s generations care so much about raised to help the different orga- ca Chapter 311 member Gary Siero- nity throughout their four years as might not have gotten coming home. Pet Overpopulation Answers our country and those that fight nizations who all share the com- slawski said. They are able to just a Huskie. “Especially at the holiday assembly Award through the Dog Writers’ to defend it. It was absolutely in- mon goal of helping our veterans. relax and have fun with the music, Veterans love the connections two years ago, I think we were all Association of America. 20 veter- credible seeing how the school “The best part of the assembly the people, and the atmosphere. they make and the ability they have awestruck as we entered the gym,” ans commit suicide every day in has embraced our veterans espe- is the presentation of the check Having this event every year has to see how each student personal- Sieroslawski said. the United States and the organi- cially around the holidays,” Bur- to see all the hard work that all brought so much awareness to stu- izes their house. “My favorite part zations strives to lower this num- gart said. the clubs and teams and Ginger dents about Veterans in our com- of the ginger build is the interac- ber by using the social benefits of Eric Peterson is the co-founder Build, whatever outside fund- munity. “It brings awareness to all tion that we are able to have with services animals and emotional of Project Headspace and Timing raisers we’ve done, to see it all the students and brings them all to- the students and the creativity they See Highlights From support. and builds the tiny homes for vet- come together to get that massive gether for a common goal so it’s cool show with the gingerbread houses,” This Year's Gingerbuild! Staff and students were intro- erans towards which Hersey has check,” P.E. teacher Ken Ricker to see everyone get involved school- Sieroslawski said. The interactions duced to two veterans from the raised money. Peterson is a veter- said. wide for, one, fundraising, and two, and connections like these are the organizations and Carlson to talk an himself and helps many local Hersey’s winter assembly and about how service animals help veterans by hosting events and the Gingerbuild are social events disabled veterans. “Steve and volunteering at events in Mante- that support veterans and edu- Ben, our two veterans who at- no, IL. He also has worked with cate students on justice and vet- Students Ship Care Packages to tended the Christmas assembly, some veterans individually and eran homecoming. “Our welcome were both amazed at the warm brought news coverage to stories helps with what researchers call BY TEODORA ZHAKLINOVA and welcoming reception given from veterans who have been in the communalization of grief. I Hersey Soldiers to them by the students and staff WWII and the Korean War. He love that we remind veterans that of Hersey. The extended stand- is currently working on ending they do not suffer alone! We are Many students have decided to her home community. and show stateside care. ing ovation they received brought the homeless veteran epidemic by here for them,” Miks said. serve their country after graduat- The district has decided to have The care packages included ev- smiles to their faces and it was building villages for those who ing from Hersey. The school used to school on Veterans Day rather than erything that Rosero needs like hy- truly a warm ‘welcome home’ for have fought for safety. “One goal Watch Guest keep track of those alumni back at then take the day off to honor every- giene supplies and some snacks that these two Vietnam combat Veter- of my nonprofit is to bring vet- the time but stopped doing so when body that has served or is currently are hard to find on the military base. ans,” Carlson said. 1Pet1Vet gives erans and their communities to- Speakers Here the people who kept track retired. serving in the military, a decision “Some of it was for him and some of veterans a supportive group of gether. Hersey has provided the Several staff members including which some people disagree with. it was multiple items of the same P.E. teacher Ken Ricker, English “This whole thing unfolded when thing that he could distribute to his teacher Jim Miks, and Associate we ended up having school on Vet- unit,” said Ricker. Principal Joseph Krajacic have de- erans Day, a day that would honor The care packages not only help An Emotional Reunion for a Gold Star Mother cided to bring that tradition back. many, and having a day off on a day Hersey alumni but contribute to BY TINA KRASNIQI Hersey is trying to track alum- like Lincoln's birthday, that would their whole unit. ni, such as Rocco Rosero, who are only honor one person. Rather than “When you’re in the service, you Gold Star Mother, Kaki Newgard, returned to and freshman Kelsey Neary sat them down in our in the military and soon-graduating having one day off for one guy, hav- are always taught that it’s never Hersey for the first time since her son and former podcast studio back in December. Click below to students, such as Megan Mullen, ing a day that would recognize ev- about you, but about the entire team Hersey student, Will Newgard, was killed in combat listen to the podcast. who have committed to the military. erybody, since we were in school, so the importance of sending these serving our country. Kaki discussed her son’s path “I think Hersey staying in touch and would make it an educational expe- care packages lies in sending Rocco to a military life and the role Hersey played before sending care packages is a wonder- rience,” said Ricker. the reminder that he is not alone. No and after his passing. ful idea and will definitely help with In order to honor veterans, Rick- matter what he’s doing, where he’s Hersey teacher and veteran advocate, Jim Miks, Listen Here the homesickness many soldiers ex- er and his gym leaders decided to serving, or who’s serving with him joined Kaki to talk about Veterans Day both inside Podcast by Cristian Manon & Kelsey Neary perience,” Mullen said. have an educational experience and over there, we still have his back and outside District 214. Together they share stories Mullen is going to the Marine thought about former student Rocco here at home”, President of the Stu- about the way the military influenced their lives, Corps after graduation to serve the Rosero, who is stationed in Afghan- dent Veterans Association of Harp- beginning as young kids and how it has made them country and the school is making istan. They decided to create and er College, Manny Roman, said. the people they are today. Senior Cristian Manon sure that she stays connected with send care packages to honor him

PHOTOS BY SAM SOBZCAK AND BLAKE VON DER LIPPE 8 THE CORRESPONDENT | 2.28 2.28 | THE CORRESPONDENT 9 SPORTS Want to see more sports pictures from this month? CLICK HERE Michael's Take: Chiefs' Dynasty Begins Freshman Vinny Lazzara wrestles at weight class 126 and wins against Rolling Junior Mary Kate Fahey looks for an open teammate in the second quarter in the MSL BY MICHAEL SOMARY Meadows. conference championship.

On February 2, the sports world witnessed a Super Bowl that er looked back. The scary thing about this win for the Chiefs is it will never forget. Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs that they were dominated for most of the game. When I saw this showed everyone that they are a team that should be feared for comeback by the Chiefs, it reminded me of the Golden State War- years to come. The defense-driven San Francisco 49ers dominated riors. the explosive Kansas City Chiefs for three and a half quarters. The Despite being dominated for more than 75% of the game, Ma- dominating 49ers defense limited the numerous explosive weapons homes and the explosive offense were able to take back the lead in that the Chiefs had at their disposal. Mahomes was forced into some a matter of minutes, just as Steph and Klay can bring the warriors mistakes that he never makes. back from huge deficits in a matter of minutes. The 49ers offense, led by a dynamic running game, controlled the The offensive weapons that the Chiefs have (Kelce, Hill, Watkins, game for three and a half quarters. Williams) aren’t going anywhere. They have the best quarterback With roughly 12 minutes remaining in the game, the 49ers inter- in the NFL, so they will always have a shot. The Kansas City Chiefs cepted Mahomes and were leading 21-10, and the game seemed just will be an NFL powerhouse for years to come. about over. Matthieu and the Chiefs’ defense got a paramount stop, which gave the ball back to Mahomes and the explosive offense. Mahomes HUSKIES' TAKE quickly drove down the field and passed to Travis Kelce for a touch- “The Chiefs have the potential to be the next New England Patri- down, bringing the score to a close 21-17 with 6:13 left in the game. ots. Patrick Mahomes might be the greatest quarterback the league The 49ers offense was quickly shut down again. Passing the ball too has ever seen,” junior Kevin Szwedo said. much, the 49ers left a lot of time on the clock. “The Chiefs will definitely be a dynasty for years to come with With 2:45 remaining in the game Mahomes passed it to Damien an innovative coach like Andy Reid, a future Hall of Fame quarter- Williams for the game-winning touchdown, and the Chiefs nev- back, speedy receivers and Kelce,” senior Cole Vanstaalduinen said.

ATHLETES OF THE MONTH BY MICHAEL SOMARY SAMANTHA BY PHOTO GONZAGA

Senior Alec Naumowicz tips off the ball during Hersey's big senior night win over Sophmore Emma Hupp smiles as she performs her floor routine at the Grayslake Central. state competition. PHOTO BY BLAKE BY PHOTO VON DER LIPPE PHOTO BY BLAKE BY PHOTO VON DER LIPPE PHOTO BY GRACE WALTON

Junior Jack Muglia dribbles the ball up the court in a hard competition against Buffalo Grove. PHOTOS BY BLAKE BY PHOTOS VON DER LIPPE Jordan Carlquist Scott Rogowski Senior Jordan Carlquist is leading the Huskies basketball team Senior Scott Rogowski has been a vital piece to the 2019-20 Hus- through a very triumphant season. Carlquist’s basketball skills kies basketball team. Being part of the sense of team and playing on have come from an enormous amount of hard work. She started Friday nights are among Rogowski’s favorite parts of playing Hersey playing basketball in 4th grade and hasn’t looked back. “During the basketball. off-season, I play travel basketball and I train a lot,” Carlquist said. Rogowski commands the offense at his point guard position. She acknowledged that her biggest individual strength is shooting, Rogowski is the captain of the team, which comes with certain but the success of the team depends on each and every player playing responsibilities. “On the court, I am in charge of talking to the her role. Carlquist enjoys the team aspect of Hersey basketball the officials and making sure the team is in line,” Rogowski said. most. “Even when we’re working hard in practices and games, we’re The defensive play of Rogowski is what sets him apart from having fun,” Carlquist said. the rest. He almost always guards the opposing team’s best play- Her leadership has been paramount for the Huskies this season. er and is always prepared for the challenge. “We go through the With the playoffs looming, the leadership of Carlquist and the team scouting report of the other team to see their offense so we are will be tested. “Being captain comes with a lot of responsibility, but I prepared,” Rogowski said. Sophmore Michael Kim helps Hersey clinch the MSL East in their dual meet against Rolling Meadows. enjoy it,” Carlquist said. Rogowski’s defensive talent comes from countless hours of con- BLAKE BY PHOTO VON DER LIPPE BYBENPHOTO POPOVIC After suffering a disappointing, close loss to Fremd in the MSL ditioning and weight lifting in the off-season. Championship, Carlquist looks to lead the Huskies through the chal- As the Huskies enter the playoffs, Rogowski looks to guide the lenging postseason. team through the six rounds of the playoffs.

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