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Politics, News & Issues > US Elections Archives Assessing Barack Obama's chances for the 2008 Democratic primaries: 19 of 30
Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton are in the midst of a battle for the 2008 Democratic Presidential Nomination. For the first time in American History a major presidential candidate will be from a minority group. America may have its first African-American president in Obama, or its first female in Clinton. Mrs. Clinton's cam... More..
Health & Fitness > HIV / AIDS The facts about AIDS (HIV): 16 of 25
SOME NON PC TRUTHS ABOUT AIDS ON WORLD AIDS DAY Happy World AIDS Day! December 1 marks another time for reflection of the deadly disease, and I am happy to report that there is good news! AIDS has actually been on the decline in the United States, according to the Center for Disease Control. Just a few weeks ago, the United ... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: A math mystery: 8 of 12
MY MATH WEAPON No, Mom, it is not time to go to the dentist again!" How I hated going there when I was a kid. I was in my early teens, enjoying another glorious summer without school, and I was due for an annual check up. My previous visit did not go well. Two cavities and that screeching sound of the drill, which fried my s... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Presidential Elections 2008 Will Hillary Clinton ever be president?: 39 of 57
The question appears easy: Can Hillary win a red state and win the 2008 Presidential Election? I have to say no, the numbers are against her. As it stands now, let us assume that the 2004 Presidential Electoral Map remains the same, where Mrs.Clinton has all 19 blue states (plus DC) John Kerry won. Geographically, that is Ha... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Government & Policies Assessing the need for congressional term limits: 5 of 7
For me, all one has to do is to think of Democratic Massachusetts Senator Edward Kennedy when the idea of term limits are mentioned. The Senator stands for all that is wrong with our American Political System: The career politician. Most of our founding fathers did not intend our country's citizens turning political service ... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Economic Values Minimum wage: Is it fair?: 42 of 54
Many will argue that the current minimum wage in the United States, which is $5.85 per hour, should be increased. What would be a fair number for all? Six Dollars per hour? How about seven? Do I hear ten? I know, a twenty dollar per hour wage works for me! Twenty dollars per hour I say! That is a ridiculous! Most business wo... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Presidential Elections 2008 The case against Barack Obama's candidacy to the 2008 presidential election: 50 of 61
To many of us, Religion is the most important aspect of our lives. It defines us, it is our moral guide. It has a major impact in our decisions of who we vote for. The weekly Sunday sermon at the church you attend is vital in our understanding of our faith. This is a fundamental precept American culture. The comprehension of... More..
Sports & Recreation > NASCAR Why NASCAR is so popular: 11 of 13
NASCAR is second only to the NFL in American popularity. If one follows the national Sports media in this country, you may often hear the term "four major sports leagues." They refer to the National Football League (NFL,) Major League Baseball (MLB,) the National Basketball Association (NBA) and the National Hockey League (N... More..
Sports & Recreation > Football (Other) Commercials undercut TV viewing of NFL football: 12 of 14
Commercials are interfering with TV viewing of NFL football. Although the networks should take much the criticism for almost blatantly taking advantage of the nation's most popular sport and overloading our screen with advertisements, It is my opinion that the National Football League should share some of the blame. The NFL ... More..
Education > Teachers & Administrators Should teachers be held accountable for low student test scores?: 34 of 39
Do you remember a time where you disagreed with your teacher? Most likely it was in college, and you had a difference of opinion with the content of the material. Even though you had your reservations, you were able to deal with it because you put up with it, held your nose, and did your assignments in the manner your instru... More..