News Comment #4

Powdered Hair to Hoodies: How Did the Senate Get Here?

I like what this article is doing. I usually do my news comments on sports but I went to the home page and this is the first story that caught my eye. First I’m thinking, powdered hair, what does that even mean? When did branches of the US government ever wear hoodies? I think a title and lead is always good when it gets you thinking and asking questions to yourself because then you get skeptical and want to learn more.

I like how the article puts the government in another light. It takes away from the seriousness of the government and puts them over into the fashion world which more people are probably able to closely relate to. Aside from that, I feel like this is a tough read, it still isn’t as interesting as it is informative which is something that could have been done better about the article.

Lastly, I do like the visual aspect of the article. It shows the relaxation on dress codes of senators as generations change. Also, the initial questions that I had about the article were answered with the visuals at the end because I was able to see for myself that not long ago Senator John Fetterman was seen out wearing an oversized Carhartt hoodie along with gym shorts and sneakers.