From Thinking Outside the Boxe’s London Correspondent Many Americans consider free speech to be one of the most important rights guaranteed by the Constitution. Under the 1st Amendment, citizens have the right to practice whatever religion they choose, print whatever they like, and say whatever they like, even if these words criticize the government or … Continue reading Does Freedom of Speech Get Abused?
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Is the U.S. Balance of Power in the Middle East Shifting?
From Thinking Outside the Boxe’s London Correspondent The U.S. has valued its influence in the Middle East for many decades. A region filled with oil and dictatorships, the Middle East captivates U.S. foreign policy makers on both ideological and economic levels. Yet the Arab Spring revolutions of 2011 have dramatically changed the political landscape in … Continue reading Is the U.S. Balance of Power in the Middle East Shifting?
Obamacare vs. the National Health Service
From Thinking Outside the Boxe’s London Correspondent One of the most controversial bills to pass through Congress in recent years has been Obama’s healthcare reform bill. “Obamacare” has received extensive criticism, both from parties who resent the idea of government intervention in the health care (including the rumors of so-called “Death Panels” that would decide … Continue reading Obamacare vs. the National Health Service
Taiwan, China & the U.S.
From Thinking Outside the Boxe’s London Correspondent When it comes to dealing with China, Taiwan is a bit of a touchy subject. Although the two territories have had separate governments for over 70 years, the United States has to choose its words (and its actions) carefully when dealing with the Taiwan problem, or risk upsetting … Continue reading Taiwan, China & the U.S.
Economic Outlook 2011
Gross Domestic Product Following zero growth in 2008 and a 2.6% contraction in 2009, real gross domestic product (GDP) increased by roughly 2.8% (an an annual basis) according to advance estimatesi released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA). The economy remained modestly expansionary in 2010 with first and second quarter changes in real GDP … Continue reading Economic Outlook 2011
Should Schools Fund Band and Sports while Laying Off Teachers?
From Thinking Outside the Boxe’s London Correspondent In March 2011, Gov. Rick Perry announced that over 100,000 teachers at Texas public schools would lose their jobs due to budget cuts. Similar cases have been occurring all over the United States, from California to New York City, as many school districts struggle to make ends meet. … Continue reading Should Schools Fund Band and Sports while Laying Off Teachers?
Economic Outlook 2011
Gross Domestic Product Following zero growth in 2008 and a 2.6% contraction in 2009, real gross domestic product (GDP) increased by roughly 2.8% (an an annual basis) according to advance estimatesi released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA). The economy remained modestly expansionary in 2010 with first and second quarter changes in real GDP … Continue reading Economic Outlook 2011
Is the T.E.A. Party a Viable Third Party in U.S. Politics?
Is the T.E.A. Party a Viable Third Party in American Politics? There has long been a saying in America: “Rarely do we realize a historical event until it has long been over.” This saying is actually very accurate, and every so often, we may need reminding that history is being made right in front of … Continue reading Is the T.E.A. Party a Viable Third Party in U.S. Politics?
America’s Foreign Aid The Bitter Truth
AMERICA’S FOREIGN AID | THE BITTER TRUTH The economic decline of our nation over the last few years has left many here in the United States, the greatest nation on earth, impoverished, hungry, downtrodded, and lost to many. None of us have been left unimpacted by the unprecedented economic situation in which we find ourselves … Continue reading America’s Foreign Aid The Bitter Truth
Economic Outlook 2010
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