Myrtle Beach, SC, Orlando, FL, March 23, 2015 Asheville, NC Correspondent- The Common Core standards began from a place of serious concern. Wide disparities between states in educational achievement are a grave problem of national scope. Differences in educational standards between Florida, Nebraska and New York create difficulties in an increasingly mobile society. Children who … Continue reading Is Common Core Helping Or Hurting American Education?
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Is American Society Over Medicating In General?
Myrtle Beach, SC, Orlando, FL, February 27, 2015 Asheville, NC Correspondent-In 1900, the three leading causes of death in America were pneumonia, tuberculosis, and gastrointestinal infection. Today, these diseases don’t even crack the top ten. The reason for this advancement? Perhaps the greatest invention in history: antibiotics. Many diseases which were once grave threats to … Continue reading Is American Society Over Medicating In General?
Brian Williams Was Recently Suspended From NBC News For fasle Reporting (Dan Rather Was Also Caught 10 Years Ago), Can Journalists Be Trusted To Factually Report The News?
Myrtle Beach, SC, Orlando, FL, February 19, 2015 Raleigh, NC Correspondent-Journalists provide general public with a valuable service of reporting the news from their respective countries as well as from around the world. As such, most people come to rely on them as source of truthful information and analysis. Some of the journalists become well-known … Continue reading Brian Williams Was Recently Suspended From NBC News For fasle Reporting (Dan Rather Was Also Caught 10 Years Ago), Can Journalists Be Trusted To Factually Report The News?
2014 Symposium: How can we hold parents accountable for their children?
Myrtle Beach: This is a fully loaded question. Let me begin with saying I am not a parent so my opinion is formed based on what I see from friends, family, and the news; so take it with a grain of salt. There is undeniably a problem in our society with our youth. Where does … Continue reading 2014 Symposium: How can we hold parents accountable for their children?
2014 Symposium: Is political correctness infringing our freedom of religion (if you’re a Christian)?
Asheville: For all the derisive ways in which “political correctness” is discussed, at its core, it is about a simple concept: courtesy. We call others by the names they choose. It is no inconvenience to us, and it is a great service to them. We expand shared space to make room for the customs and … Continue reading 2014 Symposium: Is political correctness infringing our freedom of religion (if you’re a Christian)?
2014 Symposium: Is it time to re-think a space program?
Raleigh: Since the times of Cold War when the U.S.A. and the U.S.S.R. have engaged into fierce military and non-military competition, the development of space programs was crucial for both of these countries. Consequently, both countries (and later some other countries) have devoted significant financial and human resources to developing space programs. For the United … Continue reading 2014 Symposium: Is it time to re-think a space program?
2014 Symposium: Is it time to audit lottery monies used for state programs?
Asheville: On paper, lotteries sound like a dream come true for states struggling with budget problems. They raise considerable revenue, which can be used to fund education, health care, and other budget priorities. They are funded voluntarily by people who choose to gamble, which means they avoid the political pitfalls of increased taxation. They’re popular, … Continue reading 2014 Symposium: Is it time to audit lottery monies used for state programs?
2014 Symposium: Should we re-negotiate student debt? If so, why? Does this create a moral hazard?
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?
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?
