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You might define me by what I have done. I am a graduate of Rutgers University, majoring in Political Science and minoring in History. I focused on political theory and the history of early modern Europe. I went on to compete a master's degree in

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Politics, News & Issues > Pulitzer Center Who should take a stand against abusive child labor being used in Congo to dig out coltan?: 1 of 33

A century ago, the Congo and it's 20 million citizens were the private possessions of King Leopold of Belgium. They were his personal playground a very bloody playground. Leopold's agents explored the Congo territory and found that it was full of valuable natural resources, like ivory and rubber. Before long, Leopold had sig...
Computers & Technology > Web Design Where to find free web hosting: 1 of 9

There are free web hosts abound on the Internet. Search on Google for "free web host" and you will see what I'm talking about. Yet they are not all created equally! There are several types of free web hosts, three of which I will describe below, and each has its own positives and negatives. The first type of free web host, b...
Computers & Technology > Internet Security & Safety (Other) How to make a good online password: 4 of 33

Your password is the virtual key to many important aspects of your life - your e-mail, your credit card bills, your bank account. A good password needs to be memorable for you, because if you forget it you may temporarily lose access to these very important things! On the other hand, a password must be strong enough that it ...
Sports & Recreation > Recreational & Youth Improving your dart game: 1 of 7

Like most pub games, darts is deceptively simple. You throw the darts at the board, tally up the points, and that's it... right? Nope. Real dart games - leagues and professional play - involve a lot of skill, patience, and practice. In order to get better at darts, you'll need to learn the strategies of the games you play an...
Autos > SUVs Should we still be buying SUVs?: 3 of 20

For the majority of the population, there is little or no reason to own an SUV. They waste gas, they are too large, and they are dangerous. Some people do genuinely need the benefits of an SUV. A park ranger would need four wheel drive to navigate his territory. Someone living in an area without paved roads would probably ne...
Personal Finance > Retirement Who can set up a Roth IRA?: 1 of 6

Most people meet the conditions to open up a Roth IRA. You should be planning for your retirement, and the first step is determining what type of account you are eligible for and what type of account best fits your needs. The only limitation on opening a Roth IRA is your adjusted gross income (AGI). If you are below a certai...
Education > Educational Philosophy Should the scarcity of teaching resources (school supplies, computers, etc.) be resolved before or after addressing teacher training needs?: 1 of 6

In an ideal world, there would be plenty of money to give teachers the supplies they need to teach and to provide them with the training they need to develop as professionals. In lieu of this perfect world, though, the more important component is supplies. A school without paper is like a car without oil... yet it happens al...
Computers & Technology > Online Shopping & Trade eBay buyers beware: 1 of 5

I have been both a buyer and seller on eBay for several years now. I have had good experiences and bad. Although the bad will never drive me away from the site, I urge other buyers to keep a watchful eye and learn from my mistakes. You should be aware of possible scams, possible problems with legitimate sales, and your recou...
Home & Garden > Real Estate (Other) The difference between condos and coops: 1 of 5

There are a number of differences between condos and coops. These can effect the amount of control you have over your property and the amount of money you pay each month in maintenance fees. Coops often look cheaper or better at first glance, but you need to balance that price tag against possible restrictions and higher mai...
Health & Fitness > Healthy Living & Wellness Easy ways to add healthy eating habits into your daily life: 1 of 5

Most of us are guilty of poor eating choices at some point or another - it's the way of the life on the run. Here's a few tips to slow yourself down and eat healthy. Eat Breakfast It's the most important meal of the day, right? Eating a large breakfast jump starts your metabolism. It will keep you burning fat all day long, a...