Owatonna, MN Correspondent- “War is hell.” Famous words from General William T. Sherman during the Civil War. People die and are injured by acts of war. Innocent people in many cases. All because their leaders’ egos get in the way of peaceful coexistence. In the case of the Hiroshima survivors, why must they be singled … Continue reading Should the US apologize to Hiroshima survivors when President Obama visits next week?
World Affairs
Donald Trump has proposed a tariff on goods imported from China. Would this ultimately hurt or help the American economy?
Myrtle Beach, SC, Orlando, FL January 22, 2016 Owatonna, MN Correspondent-On the surface, the United States government imposing a tariff on a country that doesn't play fair when it comes to trade, like China, sounds like a good thing to do. We stand up to a cheater, exert our sovereign rights, and possibly add tax … Continue reading Donald Trump has proposed a tariff on goods imported from China. Would this ultimately hurt or help the American economy?
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?
Should There Be Regulation On Artificial Intelligence To Prevent a “Rise Of The Machines”?
Myrtle Beach, SC, Orlando, FL August 27, 2015 Gastonia, NC Correspondent-Hawking, Musk and Gates are really smart guys, and while I’m tempted to give them credit for foresight here and get behind efforts to “pre-regulate” artificial intelligence before Skynet comes on line and starts wiping us all out, I simply can’t bring myself to buy … Continue reading Should There Be Regulation On Artificial Intelligence To Prevent a “Rise Of The Machines”?
Is There Really A “War On Women” Or Is This Just a Media Driven Frenzy?
Myrtle Beach, SC, Orlando, FL August 20, 2015 Gastonia, NC Correspondent-So the question this week is one that any heterosexual man fears to answer, lest he displease the object of his affections or even the potential object of his affections. However, as I am unencumbered by any romantic entanglements at the moment and, by dint … Continue reading Is There Really A “War On Women” Or Is This Just a Media Driven Frenzy?
In The Light Of Cecil, The Protected Lion In Zimbabwe, Being Shot And Killed By The American Dentist Walter Palmer, Do Laws Need To Change Regarding Trophy Hunting Or Hunting For Sport?
Myrtle Beach, SC, Orlando, FL August 11, 2015 Gastonia, NC Correspondent- The arguments in favor of continuing trophy hunting always come back to the fact that hunters support the societies where they hunt by buying permits, hiring guides and spending money on food, lodging and incidentals. This is silly. Yes, they buy permits (sometimes), but … Continue reading In The Light Of Cecil, The Protected Lion In Zimbabwe, Being Shot And Killed By The American Dentist Walter Palmer, Do Laws Need To Change Regarding Trophy Hunting Or Hunting For Sport?
The Department Of Justice Recently Announced A Major Investigation Into FIFA, Should The Department Of Justice Use Resources To Investigate Criminal Activities That Are More Relevant?
Myrtle Beach, SC, Orlando, FL June 8, 2015 Asheville, NC Correspondent-The most recent round of Department of Justice investigations may be the first time many Americans ever think about the International Federation of association Football (FIFA). Yet, these serious allegations should be of serious concern to Americans. The business of international soccer affects Americans in … Continue reading The Department Of Justice Recently Announced A Major Investigation Into FIFA, Should The Department Of Justice Use Resources To Investigate Criminal Activities That Are More Relevant?
Are The Nuclear Negotiations With Iran A Waste Of Time? Is Iran Still Going To Get The Bomb?
Myrtle Beach, SC, Orlando, FL April 9, 2015 Raleigh, NC Correspondent-One of the biggest news of the last few weeks was the proposed implementation of a nuclear deal with Iran. In 2002, some Iranian dissident groups alerted international community that Iran was secretly developing nuclear program. Although Iranian authorities insisted that the program was intended … Continue reading Are The Nuclear Negotiations With Iran A Waste Of Time? Is Iran Still Going To Get The Bomb?
2014 Symposium: Is it time to re-think a space program?
Raleigh: Since the times of Cold War when the U.S.A. and the U.S.S.R. have engaged into fierce military and non-military competition, the development of space programs was crucial for both of these countries. Consequently, both countries (and later some other countries) have devoted significant financial and human resources to developing space programs. For the United … Continue reading 2014 Symposium: Is it time to re-think a space program?
