Raleigh: It is well-known that getting college education in the U.S.A. is an expensive endeavor. While most people strive to get college education because it opens many more doors for them in the future and potentially allows to earn more money compared to counterparts without college education, the very cost of college education is becoming … Continue reading 2014 Symposium: Should we re-negotiate student debt? If so, why? Does this create a moral hazard?
Annual Symposium
2014 Symposium: How do we stop the flow of illegal immigrants through our borders?
Asheville: Illegal immigrants are a vital resource for the economy. The depressed wages in the agricultural sector make it possible for many families to put food on the table. Housekeeping and janitorial services provided at sub-minimum wage costs represent a tremendous subsidy for businesses of all kinds. Immigrants who come to America seeking a better … Continue reading 2014 Symposium: How do we stop the flow of illegal immigrants through our borders?
2014 Symposium: Should pet owners be able to deduct a portion of their pet care?
Myrtle Beach: As the proud parent of a rescued dog of course my answer is yes! However, despite my obvious bias I do believe there is honest merit to this question. In many states overpopulation in shelters is a very big problem. This is another topic all together. But adoption is the main way to … Continue reading 2014 Symposium: Should pet owners be able to deduct a portion of their pet care?
2014 Symposium: Should the government be allowed to terminate trademark rights for material some may deem “offensive” (Washington Redskins controversy)?
Raleigh: Current times are times of political correctness. It is quite dangerous to say or write something which does not agree with popular opinion without subjecting oneself to onslaught of public scorn. As such, many high-profile cases come into public attention when they deem to be politically incorrect. One of these is the case of … Continue reading 2014 Symposium: Should the government be allowed to terminate trademark rights for material some may deem “offensive” (Washington Redskins controversy)?
2014 Symposium: Should the government be involved in the politics of sports (LA Clippers, Ray Rice, and Washington Redskins)?
Asheville, NC: Government is actively involved in the regulation of sports. Legal monopolies are granted to the MLB, the NBA, and the NFL. All three organizations are also granted tax-exempt status despite their enormous profitability. Professional sports organizations receive billions in bonds, tax deferral, and civic money for the construction of new stadiums and other … Continue reading 2014 Symposium: Should the government be involved in the politics of sports (LA Clippers, Ray Rice, and Washington Redskins)?
2014 Symposium: Do celebrities have a responsibility to be positive role models for young Americans?
Myrtle Beach: It’s no secret that there is a problem in our society with “image.” Most Americans are interested, if not obsessed, with celebrities in general or at least a select few. In our digital age it’s very easy for us to stay up to date on the latest drama with Justin Bieber or see … Continue reading 2014 Symposium: Do celebrities have a responsibility to be positive role models for young Americans?
2014 Symposium: How can society become better stewards of our environment?
Myrtle Beach: There are small changes that every person is capable of making to help the environment. Simple things like recycling, walking in short distances, car-pooling. Those are just some minor lifestyle changes that don’t cost much of anything and will aide our environment. This is not a battle that we alone can win though. … Continue reading 2014 Symposium: How can society become better stewards of our environment?
2014 Symposium: Should illegal immigrants or any non-citizen be able to receive government financial assistance (i.e. welfare, food stamps, etc.)?
Myrtle Beach: I’ll give this one a RESOUNDING no. I am a 30 year old American female citizen. I work a part time job for 8.00/hour and have no children. Guess what? I “make too much” to receive any sort of assistance. If I had a child that would be another story…but that is an … Continue reading 2014 Symposium: Should illegal immigrants or any non-citizen be able to receive government financial assistance (i.e. welfare, food stamps, etc.)?
2014 Symposium: Should illegal immigrants be allowed to serve in our military in lieu of deportation?
Myrtle Beach: On the surface I would say yes to this. It would allow them to earn their citizenship, and would strengthen our military. But would it really? If you delve deeper into this you will see the flaw. The truth is that the military is made for war. What can happen in times of … Continue reading 2014 Symposium: Should illegal immigrants be allowed to serve in our military in lieu of deportation?
2014 Symposium: Is the United States as a whole handling missing person’s cases properly?
Cartwright: I’m not going to comment on the law enforcement working on missing person’s cases. They have a very difficult task and limited resources. Raleigh: One of the most devastating things that can happen to any family is an unexplained disappearance of a family member. The state of not knowing what happened to the loved … Continue reading 2014 Symposium: Is the United States as a whole handling missing person’s cases properly?
