From Thinking Outside the Boxe’s Sydney Correspondent Before I begin, it is important to point out that this article will not be an analysis of the arguments put forward by the controversial ethicist Peter Singer. As such I am in no way arguing that the life of one individual is worth more or less than … Continue reading Are the Lives of All Humans Equally Valuable?
Politics
Symposium 2011: should we repeal the federal income tax? If we were to do so, how would we fund the federal government?
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?
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: Do you have a plan to reform Social Security, Medicare and Welfare? How do you feel about extended unemployment benefits?
Orlando: I see we’re starting off with a pretty big and complex question. I sure hope this doesn’t eat up all our time here today. But, let’s get to it. As you may recall, Thinking Outside the Boxe crafted a comprehensive Social Security reform plan back in 2005 which we submitted to various members of … Continue reading Symposium 2011: Do you have a plan to reform Social Security, Medicare and Welfare? How do you feel about extended unemployment benefits?
