Sydney: No. This is a stupid idea. The nation is massively in debt as it is and I can't see how there is any we that we could make enough changes, or introduce enough new taxes to rescue a Government that is massively in debt as it is. If anything rich people should be paying … Continue reading Symposium 2011: should we repeal the federal income tax? If we were to do so, how would we fund the federal government?
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Symposium 2011: Should the U.S. have a continued presence of military around the world?
Sydney: I think the U.S definitely needs to have a continued military presence around the world in order to protect its interests and support its allies. The more important question is, where should that presence be? By establishing a greater presence in Australia's north the U.S is responding to the growing military power of China. … Continue reading Symposium 2011: Should the U.S. have a continued presence of military around the world?
Symposium 2011: We are currently over $15 trillion in debt as a nation. What changes should be made to restore fiscal responsibility and direct the country towards a balanced budget?
Sydney: It seems that Government is way too big. There are plenty of Departments that could either improve their efficiency, or be removed altogether. Alternatively, there are clearly some Departments that should be administered by the States. There is also duplication at the moment, such as in the welfare system where both States and the … Continue reading Symposium 2011: We are currently over $15 trillion in debt as a nation. What changes should be made to restore fiscal responsibility and direct the country towards a balanced budget?
Symposium 2011: Should Puerto Rico be required to make English its only official language if it becomes the 51st state?
Michigan: We have enough states with problems now. Why would we want another one? Sydney: Of course it should, if English is the official language of the United States as well. In reality I don't think it would make a lot of difference to Puerto Ricans if they became the 51st State. It seems they … Continue reading Symposium 2011: Should Puerto Rico be required to make English its only official language if it becomes the 51st state?
Symposium 2011: Should the U.S. grant amnesty to illegal aliens without requiring specific steps for them to learn English as a prerequisite for legalization?
Michigan: I don’t think we can grant a mass amnesty to all illegal aliens in the U.S. We may consider amnesty to aliens who have been here for a certain amount of time, own property, are employed, and speak English. We actually need these people in some of our businesses. We are all concerned that … Continue reading Symposium 2011: Should the U.S. grant amnesty to illegal aliens without requiring specific steps for them to learn English as a prerequisite for legalization?
Symposium 2011: Should employers have the right to require employees to speak English on the job?
Orlando: Absolutely. It’s a pretty simple question. If I hire an employee, I should be able to set the rules for my business workplace. You want the paycheck, you play by my rules. If you don’t like it, suck it up or quit. Cartwright: Yes, no doubt about it. Michigan: Here again, should this be … Continue reading Symposium 2011: Should employers have the right to require employees to speak English on the job?
Symposium 2011: Should English be made the official language of the United States?
Sydney: I thought English was the official language of the United States. I think it would make sense because it is the main language spoken here, even if so many other languages are spoken as well. I think it would encourage immigrants to learn English which would make it easier for them to integrate into … Continue reading Symposium 2011: Should English be made the official language of the United States?
Symposium 2011: Is China a strategic partner, a strategic competitor, or an enemy of the United States? Are they an economic threat or a military threat?
Michigan: China is too busy building factories and infrastructure to worry about such things as world peace keeping, nuclear weapons, or a world class military. We need China and they need us. I think that China may have the best economy in the world today. So yes, they are an economic threat. As far as … Continue reading Symposium 2011: Is China a strategic partner, a strategic competitor, or an enemy of the United States? Are they an economic threat or a military threat?
Symposium 2011: Should the U.S. continue pursuing the six-party talks with North Korea? If not, what policy would be more effective?
Cartwright: Unlike Iran whose leaders are religious fanatics, I think North Korea is engaging in economic extortion. It doesn’t hurt to keep talking to them and giving a little of what they want each time if it keeps them contained and keeps their programme in check. However, if Kim Jong-un is going to be aggressive … Continue reading Symposium 2011: Should the U.S. continue pursuing the six-party talks with North Korea? If not, what policy would be more effective?
Symposium 2011: What’s your assessment of the United Nations. Should we cut off funding? Is the creation of a Palestinian state in the best interests of U.S. security concerns?
Orlando: I think the United Nations started out as a good organization conceptually, but it has failed the world at every turn. They haven’t really accomplished very much of anything on the world stage in the way of stopping genocide, abuses of people by dictators and despots, the proliferation of nuclear weapons, etc. And now … Continue reading Symposium 2011: What’s your assessment of the United Nations. Should we cut off funding? Is the creation of a Palestinian state in the best interests of U.S. security concerns?
