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I am an average citizen journalist and blogger who loves to learn and share new information and write about all information I find. My interests are many and so are my opinions on most of my subjects; for example; collecting vintage art work signed

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Home & Garden > Buying & Selling Homes How to decorate and stage your home for a quick sale: 3 of 64
How to inexpensively decorate and stage your home for a quick sale When selling a home it's important to make sure your property shows well. First impressions are really important because you won't get a second chance to make them again especially when selling your home. If you don't have money in your budget to stage your ho... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Politics, News & Issues (Other) Can democracy survive in a politically correct world?: 2 of 25

Can democracy survive in a Politically Correct World?Democracy can and will survive in a politically correct world but unfortunately if the person is looking to win a popularity contest they shouldn't wait around for a medal. There are certain words that have such a negative connotation you just can't help but offend the pers... More..
Politics, News & Issues > International Politics (Other) The country predicted to be a world power in 50 years: 2 of 16

Is America losing its status of World's most powerful nation?There is an old adage that says "All great civilizations fall"; it happened to Spain once a power during the 1400-1500s, than England 1600- 1800s, now possibly the USA 1776- to Present? In this era of globalization of World economies more and more nations are becomi... More..
Relationships & Family > Dating Psychology Why men like 'mean girls': 2 of 15
Why men like Mean Girls?Why men like mean girls that is sort of like saying why women like bad boys? I think it's a myth that both men and women both prefer bad attitude types. I do think that in general, everyone is attracted to their opposite, example a nerd is attracted to super model. Rather, every man is attracted to sup... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Republican Leaders Rudy Giuliani: Knight or President: 1 of 5
The truth be told that Mr. Giuliani is neither Knight Or President, as a native New Yorker born and raised in the city, I saw an atmosphere of bitter division between NYPD and residents of low income communities. As Mayor of new York, he made many reforms which were not compassionate nor helpful to the poor communities and re... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Bush Administration Will President Bush fix our economy?: 6 of 27
Will President Bush Fix Our Economy?Unfortunately, NO, it's as if president bush has given up and said I'll leave this mess for the next president in office.President Bush should try to redeem himself with the American public before leaving office to try to rebuild their party and to not destroy his party's presidential candi... More..
Business > Marketing Get free marketing from traditional media: 2 of 7
Get free marketing From Traditional mediaMarketing and advertising in the present US market and internationally is very expensive. Advertising on the main medium of television and cable networks can run in the six or seven figures dollar amount especially depending upon the time slots of popular programming. The advertising c... More..
Personal Finance > Managing Credit DIY credit score management: 5 of 15
Do It Yourself Credit RepairThe importance of a good credit rating is paramount especially if looking for a mortgage at a great interest rate. Let's say your credit score is not so good, what do you do? Do you give up on your dream of you try to change the status quo? Homeownership is the ultimate American Dream and it should... More..
Home & Garden > Home Interior Home decoration on a budget: 11 of 26
Decorating an outdated space on a limited budgetTo say that economic times are currently difficult would be an understatement, as a first time homeowner, starting out funds may be limited to totally gut and rehab an outdated space. Instead of taking out that loan or asking for help from family financially. There are many idea... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Environment (Other) Reflections: Two years later and Katrina victims still waiting for help to rebuild: 3 of 7
Reflections: What we've learned (and not learned) from Hurricane Katrina?There are some things we have learned this time from Hurricane Katrina, especially in the recent wake of storms such as Hurricane Gustav and now Ike. The Bush administration and Fema was better prepared than they were in Katrina, they evacuated the poor,... More..