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Society & Lifestyle > Feminism & Women's Rights Is feminism outdated?: 17 of 68
Feminism is not outdated. In a civilized society, a democratic society, the concept of equality prevails. The struggle is to move the concept into working reality. The ways and means of some of the feminist movement activities have certainly changed. There is more strategic planning to secure economic, social, and political s... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Feminism & Women's Rights Should US companies be required to provide equal pay to women and men?: 36 of 139
What is this resistance to the word, idea, and concept of equality? So much has been won and lost in this world because of this more than simple concept. The real problem with equality is that it is never used as a solution but leverage. Math seems to go out of the window when it comes to divvying up the goods. This ever impe... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Constitutional & Contract Law Should a woman have the right to choose abortion?: 133 of 428
This question will never go away. As long as there is the age old debate of morality verses legality. How much regulation are we willing to extend to our legislature? How much are we wiling to take charge of our behavior? Where is the line in the sand that measures that fatal next step? We all know that our social behavior in... More..
Education > Educational Philosophy Should the scarcity of teaching resources (school supplies, computers, etc.) be resolved before or after addressing teacher training needs?: 9 of 20
The process of education is a relationship of reciprocity. The main operatives in the situation are people. The teacher gives and receives just as the learner does. The content of this interchange embodies academic facts, cultural mores, personalities, and behavioral mechanisms to assist in coping with this environment. Teach... More..
Business > Project Management Tips for facilitators: How to encourage participation during meetings or workshops: 3 of 6
The first thing to consider as a facilitator is your role. No matter what position you hold in a company or group your intent is to provide a pathway for ideas, discussion, or some other activity. Take into account those things that would make it possible for you to give your full attention. Have a definite goal or several go... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Politics, News & Issues (Other) Assessing Jesse Jackson's comments regarding Barack Obama: 2 of 4
The words that Jesse's Jackson spoke about Obama were mean and nasty. They were unbefitting of an n esteemed leader in this society. The Reverend assuredly has his woes and frustrations as we all do. But just like the rest of us humans he should be held accountable for his behavior. No one can regulate the thought life of ano... More..
Jobs & Careers > Office Politics Communicating with difficult people in the workplace: 4 of 7
It can be quite an ordeal to have to deal with anyone that presents difficult. In the work place it certainly is a real hassle. The major job is to engage in a little balancing on your part. A matter or weights and measure are the key. This brings you in to focus. Keep your eye on the goal.Contrary to what one might think, it... More..
Relationships & Family > Children & Divorce In divorce, should the father have equal custody rights to his children?: 70 of 110
The mother, father, and children constitute the family in a marriage. Each parent is equally responsible for the care of the children. We as a society have put defined obligations of each parent in reference to the children. That has created a sad state of affairs for children as well as parents. It has resulted in fathers re... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Social Values & Norms Why should prejudice be acceptable?: 4 of 6
The term prejudice raises so many emotions in us. The reality is that it is a reality. It is not always taken as a negative. The truth is that our prejudices can be a tool to save us from many harmful and unfair situations. As a society, prejudice is the result of what we have been taught and what we have learned from the sig... More..
Education > Educational Philosophy Should schools be allowed to teach creationism alongside evolution as part of their science curriculum?: 53 of 78
Schools should not be allowed to teach creationism in schools along side of evolution in a science class. Science is a physical explanation of a subject or occurrence. It is based on a collection of physical calculated evidence. Creationism is a spiritual explanation. It is based on a belief system. Why not teach fashion in s... More..