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Politics, News & Issues > Party Politics & Ideology How concerned are Americans about US foreign affairs?: 4 of 24
There is clear indication that the top two issues for voters in the upcoming Presidential election are foreign-policy related: The Iraq War and Terrorism. Americans are very concerned about the foreign policy of the United States, but it does seem like there are two separate reasons why this is the case. Liberals and Democrat... More..
Politics, News & Issues > International News Is the modern world filled with more fear than in time's past?: 4 of 23
"In times like these, it is helpful to remember that there have always been times like these." - Paul HarveyIt is easy to look around and see all of the chaos going around in the world and think that it is "going to hell in a hand-basket." It is easy to see everything terrible that is going on around us and assume that it is ... More..
Personal Finance > Credit Cards Should teens have credit cards?: 13 of 62
Yes, under one condition: that the credit card is used as a tool for teaching the teen fiscal responsibility. Make that two conditions: the parents of the teen should also be responsible and good role models for teaching the type of discipline that is necessary to maintain good credit.I remember when I was a senior in high sc... More..
Food & Drink > Cooking Fruits & Vegetables How to cut a pineapple: 1 of 4
Looking at that grenade-of-a-fruit, with its rough skin and spiny, green top can easily scare off the uneasy fruit cutter. But not to worry! Follow these simple instructions and you will be on your way to adding that golden goodness to your spodie, fruit tray, or straight into your watering mouth.Before starting, please make ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Baseball What's more impressive: Roger Clemens' 350 Wins or Barry Bonds' 755 home runs?: 5 of 15
One swing of the bat adds another tally mark to Bonds' numbers, and considering how strong he is (artificially or otherwise), one swing of the bat takes little effort. Sure, there is something to be said for his good eye and timing, but each home run does, after all, come from one swing of the bat.Pitching, on the other hand,... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Government & Policies Should former members of Congress be able to work as lobbyists after leaving Congress?: 1 of 3
In two words: Of course! America is not in the business of telling people how they are allowed to make money... as long as it is legal.Congressmen and women have based their entire careers on persuasion, oration, having opinions, and getting things done (some better than others). Becoming a lobbyist seems like the natural pro... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Government & Policies The US Congress' role in foreign affairs and the Iraq War: 3 of 8
Constitutionally speaking, Congress' role in foreign affairs is rather limited. They are charged with regulating "commerce with foreign Nations," "to declare War...and make rules concerning Captures on Land and Water," ratifying treaties, and to "raise and support Armies."Recently, congress has been trying to indirectly end t... More..
Personal Finance > Health Insurance Should businesses be required to pay for health care insurance?: 13 of 27
Forcing businesses to pay for health-care would be equivalent to a giant, all-at-once increase in the minimum wage. There is a reason why the government does not do this: it would be devastating to the economy. Making it mandatory for an employer to provide this kind of coverage would greatly increase the amount of money that... More..
Sports & Recreation > Sports & Recreation (Other) How to beat your friends at foosball: 1 of 2
If your buddies are anything like mine, they love some friendly competition. To me, few party games are as intense and as heated as foos ball. Call it table soccer if you like, there is little difference. I started playing foos ball so that I could run the table on the weekends at our local party house.I played every day for ... More..
Hobbies & Games > Card Games How to learn to play poker: 11 of 17
Whatever you do, don't just jump into a high stakes poker game for the sake of learning how to play. All you are likely to learn is that you are no good and hate the game.I would advise a new player to first play a few fun hands with some friends that know the game. This will ease you into the terminology and the flow of play... More..