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Assessing the Presidency of Barack Obama
By :
Craig Parker
In the latter part of the 2008 Presidential campaign, there was a groundswell of enthusiasm and passion for Barack Obama. "Yes We Can" fever took off and people were excited for the first ever black President. They were excited for the eight years of George Bush to end and the return of a Democrat to the White House.
Small Business and The Remaking of America in 2010
By :
Fritz Pfister
The course of our nation will be determined in 2010 during the mid term elections. Which path will voters choose?
Reasons Why Gas Price Get Expensive
By :
Brian Jones
Gas is one of the factors that fuels the economy of a country. Prices of gas is so expensive these days because of the profiteering plans by several players in the oil industry.
How Safe is the Safe Schools Czar?
By :
Brian Jones
Reading the pedophilia fantasies and other smut that Obama's "Safe Schools Czar" Kevin Jennings and his organization, the Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network (GLSEN) are pushing on American schoolchildren left me feeling incensed.
But the Emperor Has No Clothes!
By :
Donald Fishgrab
Self proclaimed experts sometimes convince people to do things that their own reason and experience tells them is wrong. It rarely turns out well, as the old children's story points out.
Don't You Know That Egypt Is Destroyed Yet?
By :
Donald Fishgrab
An examination of how political figures can allow their agendas to override the interests of their country and destroy it. History is replete with examples. I have chosen a well known story from Egyptian history.
Crises Can Open Opportunities For Loss Of Freedom
By :
Donald Fishgrab
A sense of crises often causes a sense of urgengy that leads to illconcieved actions. We should not allow the sense of urgency to cause us to give up constitutional protections.
It's The Economy Stupid, It's All Good
By :
Fritz Pfister
What's everybody worried about? Obama policies are working as intended.
What Are We Reforming?
By :
Donald Fishgrab
Healthcare definitely needs reformed. Unfortunately, the bill passed by the house solves none of the problems. The biggest problem with our health care industry is not the number of people who do not have insurance. This bill just forces those who don't have it to help pay for the problems.
The Great FDA Scam On E Cigarettes
By :
Heather Denada
It may sound strange, but there seems to be corruption within the FDA concerning the new product that smokers are flocking to.
Gaga Over Good News in Springfield, Illinois
By :
Fritz Pfister
Relish the moment of good news in the housing market, it may not last long.
How To Create A Fairer Tax Environment
By :
Steve Selengut
Both parties are mired in a type of class warfare that stifles all forms of productive debate. Tax cuts don't just benefit the rich. In fact, they provide the opportunity for everyone to attain greater wealth. Demand directs resources far better than punitive taxation. Money in consumer hands will fuel social and environment friendly change.
China Brings Freedom Back To 20 Precent US Population
By :
Kyle Newton
It is almost humorus that a communist country brought back liberty that has been slowly eroded for profit.
Electronic Cigarettes Are Still Under Scrutiny
By :
Kyle Newton
The evidence is there to support them, as is the public, so why is the Governemnt so deadset on banning them?
HR 1728 Would Be Extremely Harmful To Real Estate Market
By :
Matthew McKernan
If you are an investor or thinking about becoming an investor then this is something that you really need to read.
The Rise And Decline Of The American Polity. (I) A Truth Unspoken
By :
Thomas Belvedere
America's Founding Fathers did not create a democracy. Rather, they created a "polity," a hybrid of oligarchy and democracy based on a large middle class.
The Rise And Decline Of The American Polity. (II) The Great American Illusion
By :
Thomas Belvedere
The Founding Fathers had to finesse the problem of naming the type of government they were building. To call a polity a polity would have alienated both oligarchic and popular constituencies. That avoidance still exists; it is now a taboo.
Donating To Political Campaign Coffers
By :
Art Gib
Politicians rely on the support of their constituents to raise money for their campaigns. The media campaigns of presidential hopefuls runs into the tens of millions so campaign fundraisers in the form of dinners and events help to bring in money for the candidate to fuel their campaigns.
Support Outstanding Leaders With Passion
By :
Art Gib
America was founded on a government of the people, for the people, and by the people. The three governing bodies of the government still adhere to the principles set forth by the founding fathers.
Flipper And Feldspar: Barack Obama Defined
By :
Thomas Belvedere
In refusing to be categorized, President Obama categorically categorized himself.
From Pontius To Pilate: The Perils Of "Bureau-Pathic" Thinking About Terrorism
By :
Thomas Belvedere
The FBI and State Department definitions of terrorism show traces of "bureau-pathic" reasoning.
On Momentum (II): What Are Its Sources?
By :
Thomas Belvedere
Momentum is ultimately neurological in origin, i.e., a product of how our brains work. Momentum has musical properties. Music may be the last residue in consciousness of the original state of sensory unity all human fetuses experience. Music also involves the cerebellum, the most primitive part of the brain, which measures and guides movement.
On Momentum (I): Everybody Wants It -- But What Is It?
By :
Thomas Belvedere
Momentum has musical properties that enable it to overrule reason and logic. That formidable power is neurological in origin.
On Momentum (III): How To Create Momentum For A Political Candidate
By :
Thomas Belvedere
The secret to creating momentum for a political candidate is revealed: Build Strength On Strength, Not On Weakness.
The Benefits of Listening to Political Talk Radio
By :
Art Gib
Some people agree with our current president when he was reported to have denounced members of the GOP for listening to talk radio. You might agree that it creates divisions between people trying to work together. But research shows that many individuals who listen to talk radio are more aware of public affairs and become more politically active than those who don't.
How To Steal An Election And Not Get Caught -- Until Now
By :
Thomas Belvedere
A sordid trick of the political trade, The Long Count, is revealed here for the first time.
A New Definition Of "Terrorist" II: Why A Terrorist Is Not A Freedom Fighter
By :
Thomas Belvedere
For the first time, a definition of terrorist shows how a terrorist differs from a freedom fighter.
A New Definition Of "Terrorist" IV: The Act Of Killing, Summary And Conclusion
By :
Thomas Belvedere
For the first time, a definition of "terrorist" shows why terrorists are attracted to murder, and how the terrorist differs from a common criminal and a freedom fighter. That definition identifies the manipulation of uncertainty as a key element of terrorism.
A New Definition Of "Terrorist" I: Why A Terrorist Is Not A Common Criminal
By :
Thomas Belvedere
For the first time, a definition of "terrorist" shows how a terrorist differs from a common criminal.
A New Definition Of "Terrorist" III: The Manipulator Of Uncertainty
By :
Thomas Belvedere
A key characteristic of the terrorist is the manipulation of uncertainty.
What The Iranian Opposition Knows -- And The West Needs To Learn
By :
Thomas Belvedere
The Roman Empire furnished a classic case of what not to do in Iran.
What Is The Source of Terrorism?
By :
Thomas Belvedere
From Colorado to Cairo, Peru to Bali, terrorists are notably of middle class origin. Why? Is there something in the middle class milieu -- doctors and lawyers, teachers and accountants -- that creates terrorists?
TIME Was When Five and Five Made Ten
By :
Paul Dubsky
Five and five make ten if so required. Why is the pound strengthening when it should be weakening.
The Economic Fire That Is Raging Out Of Control
By :
Aydan Corkern
If we think that the economy is out of control now, what if it only gets worse? Who will we blame in Washington and other places? Are there things that we, the average consumer and citizen, have done to contribute to this mess?
Obama's Stand on US Immigration Policies
By :
Jordan McPelt
US Immigration policies were one of the main hot issues of discussion and debate during the recent presidential elections. These have also been spoken of as being obsolete, outdated and inconsistent with the existing situation of the American economy.
Political Polarization in Relationships
By :
Shawn Wilson
Some great tips on how to deal with politics in a relationship, especially if you have differing views.
Nimrod Spy Plane Had No Automatic Fire Extinguisher
By :
Jon Butt
A look at how an automatic fire extinguisher may have been able to prevent the fatal crash of a plane which resulted in an appaling loss of lives.
Dealing With Politics at Work
By :
Alex Weidmann
How powerful is politics in business? The connection between the two is difficult to explain, but somehow they are closely related.
Alexander The Great - The Natural Leader
By :
Derek Dashwood
To examine the life from 356-323 B.C. of Alexander the Great as natural leader leaves you to be in admiration of such a man.
Iran, Ready for Dialogue with US
By :
Musa Aykac
President Ahmadinejad stated that change from the United States, must be profound, not tactical.
A Look at America's Long, Long Afghan War
By :
Musa Aykac
Twenty years ago, the last Russian army troops departed from Afghanistan after a fatal war that went on for nine years, seven weeks and three days.
The Great EU Backing Obama
By :
Musa Aykac
Nobody cheered the rise of Barack Obama to the presidency louder than leadership of Europe.
What Happens To The Embargo Now?
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Change: now that's a word we've all gotten used to hearing.
From its use (ubiquitous, sometimes annoying, and ultimately very successful) in a--well, a world-changing presidential campaign to its sudden prominence in our economic lives--how many finance titans have pronounced the words "the rules have changed" in the last several months?
The "Buy American" Provision
By :
Shawn Wilson
A look at the new stimulus package and how it might effect the world especially the buy American clause.
Issues to Watch and Ways to Be Politically Involved
By :
Art Gib
As the United States usher in a new presidential administration--one for which you did rally your support--you may be wondering what this will mean for you, your future, and your ideals. Well, the truth is that now, more than ever, you should be politically aware and active.
The Chinese Japanese Relations Have Evolved
By :
MIKE SELVON
Chinese Japanese relations have a long history.
What A Day For the US and The World
By :
Shawn Wilson
A look at President Obama and the impact he will have on the world!
Crowds Collect as Barack Obama Makes History
By :
Musa Aykac
Tuesday 20th of January will be a date that everyone is always going to remember as history was made when Barack Obama strides to the pinnacle of American power.
How Important Is Freedom Of Speech?
By :
Shawn Wilson
A look at how our fundamental right to freedom of speech isn't always a right.
Can Obama Save The Economy?
By :
Shawn Wilson
A look at how Obama might impact the economy and our lives in general.
Oil Drilling And The Political Divide
By :
Amit Kheterpal
Oil drilling is one of the major activities that we do in this current century to keep our engines chugging along.
Smart Tips for Designing Highly Effective Campaign Signs
By :
Christine Harrell
During the course of their campaigns, parties will spend thousands of dollars on campaign signs, but are they really effective? During election times, there can be dozens of political signs staked on any given corner. How can you ensure that your campaign signs not only stand out from the crowd, but that your message effectively reaches your target demographic?
Oil Economy And The Politics Of Oil
By :
Amit Kheterpal
Oil they say is the major driver of the world and that is no doubt about the veracity of that statement. Oil is one resource which has truly revolutionized the world and it has been the object of wars even.
Will There Ever Be Peace In The Middle East
By :
Shawn Wilson
A look at the crazy situation that is the middle east.
Our Many Land And Water Wars
By :
Aydan Corkern
Some of the biggest battles in history have been fought near the water.
A Billion Here, A Billion There!
By :
Bob Alexander
It seems as if the insanity has spread throughout the country, with anyone who has a sizable business, heading to Washington with their hands out for 20 billion or so.
Wars And Stratagems And ... Cigars?
By :
A tobacco tax that has its origins in the rivalry between a king and his courtier? Increased sales due to war? And plague? It's all part of the story of tobacco. Smoking has always been bound up in the history of European politics.
Barack Obama: The Hawaii Connection
By :
Jill Engledow
Barack Obama's character was shaped by his growing-up years spent in multiracial Hawaii.
China's Chairman Mao: Savior Or Backward Leaper
By :
Derek Dashwood
The veils of mystery keep being pulled away from the myth of Chairman Mao, who in 1949 chased Chiang Kai Shek off mainland China.
Understanding The Wine Trade Agreement Between European And U.S. Wineries
By :
Kent Campbell
Many wine lovers living in the United States don't realize the work that goes into getting a bottle of European wine into local stores and vice versa. This article shows some issues that have been overcome by U.S. and European winemakers that allow both of their wines to be sold in each other's countries.
Fired Up Voters Bring In A New Era For Politics
By :
Aydan Corkern
Since the election, there has been a buzz that America is going to get back on track and go back to the way it used to be, but is there any truth to that?
The Damage From Our Military
By :
Aydan Corkern
When someone thinks of war, the images that are conjured up are of people who were killed, but they also leave behind a wake of destruction.
Our Country's Blazing Fire Now Coming To A Slow Burn
By :
Aydan Corkern
The 2008 elections have just come and gone, and Americans voted for who they thought would be the one to bring us the change we need.
A Flood Of Early Voters Leaves Some Places Unprepared
By :
Aydan Corkern
As election day creeps up on us here in the United States, there is expected to be a much larger voter turnout than in recent elections.
Barack Obama: Astrology of a Presidential Candidate
By :
Christopher Murray
Will Barack Obama be the next U.S. President? See what his astrological chart says about his political future. Do the stars believe Obama will win the Presidential election.
John McCain: Astrology of a Presidential Candidate
By :
Christopher Murray
John McCain has an almost perfect triad of planets for a world leader. Will he be the next U.S. President? See what McCain's astrological chart has to say.
Voting Logically And Not Letting Your Emotions Get Involved
By :
Paul Bittle
I had been a registered Democrat for over 35 years and all my life I've always been proud to be an American. One of the things I don't take lightly is voting and out of all the years I have been voting, this election of 2008 has become one of the most important and most serious elections I or anyone else may ever vote in.
Politicians And Their Habits
By :
Aydan Corkern
No matter what state or district they represent, almost all politicians have two things in common: they flip-flop and they lie.
Solving The Financial Crisis
By :
Aydan Corkern
How can we solve the problems of another country if we can't even solve our own problems here at home?
Is There A Solution To Illegal Immigration?
By :
Aydan Corkern
Illegal immigration is a national issue, but what effect does it have on the average worker?
Voting: Will Yours Count?
By :
Aydan Corkern
In recent years, the question of whether our votes really count has been asked more and more. Why should we believe our votes still count for anything?
Candidates That Say They're On Fire For The People
By :
Aydan Corkern
Both presidential candidates claim that they are on fire to restore the United States back to the people, but are they really being honest?
Clearing The Smoke That Clouds Our Perception Of Politicians
By :
Aydan Corkern
So many of us listen to the news to form an opinion on which candidate to vote for, but how much of what we're hearing about our candidates is true and how much is just spin?
Presidential Campaigns Finally Fire Up The Negative Ads
By :
Aydan Corkern
All candidates have run fairly clean campaigns until just recently. But, do we really need to put up with any mudslinging at all?
Vote NO on Proposition 102 in Arizona
By :
Kyrsten Sinema
For the second time since 2006, Arizonans will be asked to change the state Constitution to define marriage as a union of one man and one woman. Prop 102, a citizen's initiative on the November 2008 ballot, attempts to block any efforts to allow homosexuals to marry in Arizona. This article will debunk the myths surrounding the ballot measure and give you five reasons to vote NO on Prop 102.
The Truth About Arizona Proposition 102 - Vote NO on Prop 102
By :
Kyrsten Sinema
Proposition 102 is a ballot measure directed toward changing the Constitution to define marriage as a union of one man and one woman. But the State of Arizona already passed a law in 1996 banning same-sex marriage! This article will expose the truth about Arizona Proposition 102. Vote NO on Prop 102 - again.
Conservative versus Liberal Politics
By :
Art Gib
Learn a couple key differences between liberals and conservatives in the following article and find links to a popular conservative blog.
Are Our Rights Going Up In Smoke
By :
Aydan Corkern
The Bill of Rights in the United States is slowly being shredded to pieces. Is there anything we can do about it?
Friendly Fire -- Why Does It Happen
By :
Aydan Corkern
Not many people realize this, but every year our troops actually kill some of our own people due to "friendly fire".
Is Our Country Going Out Of The Frying Pan And Into The Fire?
By :
Aydan Corkern
With the stock market falling and a presidential election coming up, how much worse could things actually get?
Our Right To Bear Arms Is Going Up In Smoke
By :
Aydan Corkern
In the United States, the right to bear arms is slowly being done away with. What do we do about it?
The Day the Sky Set Fire To The Waters Of Pearl Harbor
By :
Aydan Corkern
It not only burned the ships and people of Pearl Harbor, but set the American Spirit on fire to stand against enemies that we were reluctant to set our face against.
Why Was The Republican Convention Flooded By More Than Gustav
By :
Rachel Yoshida
There were many issues that plagued the GOP convention this year, so we decided to give a basic rundown.
Does This Presidential Race Lack The Passionate Fires Of Past Elections
By :
Rachel Yoshida
With a lame republican and a want to be superstar democrate going head to head, are the people missing the real issues of our country?
Why Is Palin Under Fire From Americas Moms
By :
Rachel Yoshida
Stepping into the presidential race and becoming the target of many attacks immediately,has this VP candidate walked into a flood of scrutiny?
A History Of American Troops Under Fire
By :
Rachel Yoshida
For a country that has less than 300 years under it's belt, it sure has seen a lot of war.
Is Governor Sarah Palin a Unique 21st Century Feminist?
By :
Rosemary Lichtman
: Is Governor Sarah Palin a unique kind of feminist? It depends who is judging. A working mother, she may be a role model for some, an anti-feminist for others.
Are Politicians Using Smoke Screens To Sidestep Issues
By :
Aydan Corkern
Should we really expect change or just business as usual after the new president takes office?
Has America Lost All Values With Water Torture
By :
Aydan Corkern
We used to stand tall above the now pathetic standards our giovernment now holds, so what happend for us to lose our humanity?
How Obama's Weak Campaign Organization Has Made It a Race
By :
Jack Deal
The campaign's inner circle was reduced to a handful of people. From this group comes all the campaign's command and control and just as importantly, minimal dissent.
The Political Fires Are Heating Up Fast For Election 2008
By :
Rachel Yoshida
We have seen the sparks and the star of the smoke, but it looks as though the flames will soon break out.
Insane 2008 American Presidential Campaign
By :
Gerald Greene
The twists and turns of the 2008 Presidential campaign would be highly amusing if only the need to have the right leaders correct the course that the US has been on for the past eight years wasn't so urgent.
Water Restriction And Why Government Imposes them
By :
Rachel Yoshida
When all water returns to the earth, why would governments restrict the use of waters to the populations?
Tips for Getting The Most From Your Campaign Yard Signs
By :
Christine Harrell
Name recognition is a high priority for candidates and political lawn signs are very effective if used properly.
Obama Change in Campaign Tactics May Prove Fatal
By :
Gerald Greene
While it is normal in a close race for the front runner to fade a bit with several months to go before the general election it is a danger to Obama to lose the support of the media at a critical time when he needs them the most.
Football And Politics In Catalunia
By :
Gaizka Pujana
On Sunday Spain deservedly won the Euro 2008 final against Germany. In the Catalan capital of Barcelona as much as in the Spanish capital of Madrid, people poured into the streets to pour fireworks into the night's sky and honk car horns.
John McCain is Out of Touch
By :
Anthony Wayne
John McCain's campaign is out of touch with the American public because it does not use a text message element as Obama's and Clinton's does.
Why I am Running for President: Special Victims Unit
By :
Michael Sack Elmaleh
Presidential candidates assure us that they love all Americans. But they especially love Americans who have been victimized in ways that reinforce their campaign platform.
What Next For Bahrain?
By :
Gordon Warre
Bahraini liberals have responded to the growing power of religious parties by organizing themselves to campaign through civil society in order to defend basic personal freedoms from being legislated away.
What Has France's New President Done For The Country
By :
Catherine Harvey
A look at some of the changes implemented by the latest French premier and some of his motives behind the changes.
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