Prescott Valley, AZ Correspondent-It is nothing more than political blackmail, and organizations like the NFL should not be allowed to pursue public policy agendas at the expense of fans, consumers and state laws that make policies on behalf of citizen majorities. The idea that the NFL and other organizations and businesses should make or greatly … Continue reading The NFL recently warned the state of Texas that a proposal to limit transgender access to bathrooms could impact future decisions about the location of major sporting events. Is this nothing more than political blackmail? Should organizations/big businesses be allowed to pursue public policy agendas at the expense of fans/consumers?
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Should the Monday after the Super bowl be named a national holiday?
Prescott Valley, AZ Correspondent- The Monday after the Super Bowl should not be named a national holiday because Americans have enough holidays to keep them out of work for an extra day or two as it is, but that won’t stop food companies like Kraft /Heinz from attempting through an advertising ploy for their food … Continue reading Should the Monday after the Super bowl be named a national holiday?
With automakers stepping up production of self-driving cars, will these cars replace traditional cars in the distant future?
Owatonna, MN Correspondent- Considering that it took mankind thousands of years to replace the horse and carriage with the automobile, it's reasonable to assume that it won't take nearly as long to develop fully functioning driverless cars that are used by every driver on the planet. Exactly how far into the future this may happen … Continue reading With automakers stepping up production of self-driving cars, will these cars replace traditional cars in the distant future?
With recent comments made by Madonna, should the Feds hold Hollywood figures to the same standards as everyone else and seek potentially criminal charges?
Owatonna, MN Correspondent- After listening and watching Madonna's entire speech at the recent Women's March on Washington, I came away from it thinking the speech was lackluster and devoid of real passion or intensity. Yes, she did drop a few F-bombs and said she'd thought about "blowing up the White House." Other than that, it … Continue reading With recent comments made by Madonna, should the Feds hold Hollywood figures to the same standards as everyone else and seek potentially criminal charges?
President Obama recently claimed that race relations have improved in America. Have they, or have they not improved?
Sheffield, Jamaica Correspondent-President Obama is a tremendous persona and as black as I am, I’d love to agree with him. However, at this moment, I need to take the back bench. America is what it is. When I think of disloyal, pompous, and backbiting individuals, America comes to mind. Don’t get me wrong, there are … Continue reading President Obama recently claimed that race relations have improved in America. Have they, or have they not improved?
Should the Monday after the Super bowl be named a national holiday?
Prescott Valley, AZ Correspondent- The Monday after the Super Bowl should not be named a national holiday because Americans have enough holidays to keep them out of work for an extra day or two as it is, but that won’t stop food companies like Kraft /Heinz from attempting through an advertising ploy for their food … Continue reading Should the Monday after the Super bowl be named a national holiday?
Is there a double standard for sexual harassment?
Prescott Valley, AZ Correspondent-There does appear to be a double standard concerning sexual harassment. It seems that now the reverse is happening with women towards men. As women move more and more into the corporate world and are exposed to larger numbers of people and situations in the workplace, the instances of sexual harassment towards … Continue reading Is there a double standard for sexual harassment?
Will the recent protest marches against President Trump by millions of women across the country re-energize the Women’s Rights Movement to the level of influence possessed in the 1960s and 1970s?
Owatonna, MN Correspondent-The women's lib, or women's rights movement was a major engine for social change as the Baby Boom generation came of age. Virtually overnight, women began to lobby and protest for abortion rights, equal pay for equal work, access to sports activities via Title IX, and freedom from their subservient role in our … Continue reading Will the recent protest marches against President Trump by millions of women across the country re-energize the Women’s Rights Movement to the level of influence possessed in the 1960s and 1970s?
Is the “Not My President” movement a reflection of apathy of many voters towards the election process? Has the “Not My President” rhetoric gotten out of hand?
Owatonna, MN Correspondent-In one way, the "Not My President" movement does reflect apathetic voters, particularly Democrats, because the feeling came through during the campaign that two things were happening. First, many voters presumed that Hillary Clinton would win because she had the better resume than Donald Trump and that she should win so we can … Continue reading Is the “Not My President” movement a reflection of apathy of many voters towards the election process? Has the “Not My President” rhetoric gotten out of hand?
The American Medical Association (AMA) has held the belief that assisted suicide is not compatible with the role of a doctor. In projected meetings of the AMA in mid November, there are to be discussions as to possible changes in assisted suicide policies. Should the AMA stay loyal to the Hippocratic Oath and continue to oppose assisted suicide?
Sheffield Jamaica Correspondent-The American Medical Association (AMA) has held the belief that assisted suicide is not compatible with the role of a doctor. In projected meetings of the AMA in mid November, there are to be discussions as to possible changes in assisted suicide policies. Should the AMA stay loyal to the Hippocratic Oath and … Continue reading The American Medical Association (AMA) has held the belief that assisted suicide is not compatible with the role of a doctor. In projected meetings of the AMA in mid November, there are to be discussions as to possible changes in assisted suicide policies. Should the AMA stay loyal to the Hippocratic Oath and continue to oppose assisted suicide?
