Gastonia, NC Correspondent-There’s a reason why Robin Hood is one of the most enduring characters in literature and film. We all love the idea of an outlier, a third party who swoops in to balance the scales, right the wrongs and (of course) rob from the rich to give to the poor. When I was … Continue reading Symposium 2015: Should the federal government increase progressive taxation or the federal minimum wage as a way to address income inequality?
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Do the benefits of GPS trackers, phone GPS, insurance vehicle plug-ins, etc. outweigh the invasion of privacy?
Myrtle Beach, SC, Orlando, FL January 7, 2016 Owatonna, MN Correspondent-Data collection via GPS, cell phones, website tracking, etc. is intrinsically neutral. However, the collected data can be used for good and bad purposes, so the onus is on the data collector to use that data prudently. It's also imperative for the individual to be … Continue reading Do the benefits of GPS trackers, phone GPS, insurance vehicle plug-ins, etc. outweigh the invasion of privacy?
Does the holiday shopping frenzy do more harm than good? Are there unintended economic consequences such as health problems, missed work, lower work productivity, etc.?
Myrtle Beach, SC, Orlando, FL December 17, 2015 Owatonna, MN-As a card-carrying Libertarian, I fully support voluntary redistribution of wealth via financial transactions between two willing parties. Therefore, I have no intrinsic problem with the holiday shopping frenzy that takes place roughly between Thanksgiving and New Year's Day. What I do have trouble supporting is … Continue reading Does the holiday shopping frenzy do more harm than good? Are there unintended economic consequences such as health problems, missed work, lower work productivity, etc.?
Statistics on inner-city violence are staggering. Should groups such as “Black Lives Matter” add more emphasis on reducing inner-city violence, rather than protesting and rioting?
Myrtle Beach, SC, Orlando, FL December 2, 2015 Owatonna, MN-In the wake of the recent epidemic of high profile killings of black young men by white police officers, Black Lives Matters has risen to the top of the soapbox as one of the most influential citizen groups to advocate for solving the problem of white … Continue reading Statistics on inner-city violence are staggering. Should groups such as “Black Lives Matter” add more emphasis on reducing inner-city violence, rather than protesting and rioting?
In light of the recent terrorist attacks in Paris, is it time to refocus our immigration debate to those coming from countries with known terrorist ties?
Myrtle Beach, SC, Orlando, FL November 25, 2015 Sheffield, Jamaica Correspondent-“Why do bad things happen to good people?” In light of the recent attack in Paris by terrorists, that question comes to the fore. Simply put, bad things happen to good people because of ‘unexpected occurrences.’ This attack could have been made in any other … Continue reading In light of the recent terrorist attacks in Paris, is it time to refocus our immigration debate to those coming from countries with known terrorist ties?
Would greater censorship of social media and the internet be effective in combating terrorism?
Myrtle Beach, SC, Orlando, FL December 7, 2015 Prescott Valley, AZ Correspondent-Combatting terrorism involves many strategies, particularly since the insidious and rapid advances of terrorism over the last year. With the recent San Bernardino attacks, it is obvious that the persons involved in the massacre were active in a number of social media and internet … Continue reading Would greater censorship of social media and the internet be effective in combating terrorism?
Given the problems associated with an ever increasing population, do we need policies aimed at population control?
Myrtle Beach, SC, Orlando, FL November 19, 2015 Myrtle Beach, SC Correspondent-Yes. First and foremost, this question is far deeper than it seems on the surface. Part one is simply our natural resources. The earth only has so much land and so many resources that are renewable. Without getting too “tree-hugger” on everyone, we all … Continue reading Given the problems associated with an ever increasing population, do we need policies aimed at population control?
Given the rise of health problems associated with Americans’, should restaurants and stores have any responsibility to make “healthier choices” more affordable?
Myrtle Beach, SC, Orlando, FL October 30, 2015 Prescott Valley, AZ Correspondent-With the rise of diet related health issues in America, restaurants and stores do have an indirect obligation to offer healthier and more affordable food choices to individuals suffering from obesity, diabetes and other related illnesses. Though it is not the responsibility or duty … Continue reading Given the rise of health problems associated with Americans’, should restaurants and stores have any responsibility to make “healthier choices” more affordable?
Many Small Towns Across America Are Attempting to Revitalize Blighted Or Run Down Areas. Is This A Worthwhile Endeavor, A Waste Of Money, Or Just A Reluctance To Let Go Of The Past?
Myrtle Beach, SC, Orlando, FL October 24, 2015 Gastonia, NC Correspondent-Here in my little corner of the world in North Carolina, the near-total collapse of the textile industry in the U.S. left dozens of small towns with gutted downtowns and huge brick buildings that used to be mills sitting idle and drawing dust and transients. … Continue reading Many Small Towns Across America Are Attempting to Revitalize Blighted Or Run Down Areas. Is This A Worthwhile Endeavor, A Waste Of Money, Or Just A Reluctance To Let Go Of The Past?
Would Legalizing Drugs End The Violence Associated With The Drug Trade And The Drug Cartels Or Is It Time To Have A Real War On Drugs
Myrtle Beach, SC, Orlando, FL October 16, 2015 Sheffield, Jamaica Correspondent-Would you allow your child to take condoms to school? Wouldn't you be subtly telling little Johnny that "it's OK to have sex, even when under aged?" Similarly, legalizing drugs would be like providing ammunition for a man to kill his neighbor, or engage him … Continue reading Would Legalizing Drugs End The Violence Associated With The Drug Trade And The Drug Cartels Or Is It Time To Have A Real War On Drugs
