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I am 31 years old and live in Springfield, IL., where I enjoy writing in my spare time. Professionally, I have worked in sales and government relations and am currently in the process of starting my own business.

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Politics, News & Issues > Hunger, Disease & Poverty What we can do to make poverty history!: 1 of 6
It has always been a pet peeve of mine that the topic of poverty and homelessness doesn't get much airtime until right around the holidays. It seems that once Halloween has come and gone, the season of guilt begins; a time in which the public is bombarded with images, stories, etc., and are guilted into donating to the less ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US Immigration Views on illegal immigration in the US: 50 of 213
Numerous women have endured insufferable crimes, as they have trekked across Central America and Mexico just for the chance to touch their feet upon American soil in the hope for a better life. Hundreds of "boat people" have traversed shark-infested waters, sometimes on nothing more than a make-shift raft, just for the taste... More..
Autos > Fuel Economy How to save on gas without buying a hybrid vehicle: 29 of 89
The American people have been hit with one crisis after another. The housing crisis, the credit crisis, rising unemployment, etc., have all taken a toll on our pocketbooks; and the fuel crisis served only to further strain our finances. Thankfully, the days spending $40 and upward just to fill the tank when gas was over $4 a... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Religious Concepts (Other) The use of "Oh My God" (OMG) and how God feels: 1 of 3
OMG! Three little letters that get the the tightest of whiteys tied up in knots. OMG! This phrase's use in popular lexicon, can be used as an exclamation for a number of a number of emotions: such as excitement, happiness, relief, sorrow, guilt, anger, etc. Of course, those who are prone to more sacrilegious exclamations som... More..
Arts & Humanities > 19th Century US History Should Robert E. Lee have been tried for treason?: 1 of 3
The issue of whether or not General Robert E. Lee of Virginia should have been tried for treason against the United States of America is tricky. Article 3, Section 3 of the US Constitution clearly defines what treason is: "Treason against the United States, shall consist only in levying War against them, or in adhering to th... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Buddhism How to convert to Buddhism: 6 of 14
How does one convert to Buddhism? Before we dive into the matter, let's understand that Buddhism is not really a religion, per se; it is a Dharmic philosophy originally professed by Lord Buddha that eventually became divided into various "schools" spanning multiple cultures, ethnic and language groups. Just like any other ph... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Drug Laws & Prevention Should Springfield de-criminalize minor offenses - like possession of less than 2.5 grams of marijuana - as a means of keeping its branch libraries open?: 3 of 6
Pot-heads, stoners, and future politicians who are not inhaling, rejoice! On February 3, 2009, Springfield's (IL) City Council voted 7-3 to allow possession of 2.5 grams (or less) of marijuana to be prosecuted as a ordinance violation instead of as a criminal offense. Alderwoman Gail Simpson sponsored the ordinance with the ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Politics, News & Issues (Other) Minimum expectations from a government: 1 of 2
The minimal expectation of any good government is providing it's citizenry with adequate security prior to, during and after an external or internal threat; be it natural or by man. It is a government's responsibility (whether it is a tribal, municipal, state, national or international institution) to be good stewards of its... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Hinduism The Wheel of Law in practical terms: 1 of 1
The Wheel of Law, or the Wheel of Dharma/Dharmachakra, is a Buddhist concept that uses the wheel of a chariot as a symbol for righteous action that will ultimately lead to the end of the cycle of samsara (rebirth). It is said that Lord Buddha set the Wheel of Dharma into motion with is first sermon at the Deer Park in Sarnat... More..
Computers & Technology > Phone Buying Tips Is Cell Phone Insurance Worthwhile?: 4 of 7
Is cell phone insurance a worthwile purchase? As a former sales consultant with Verizon, and a current customer of Verizon Wireless, I have mixed emotions in regards to cell phone insurance. Playing the devil's advocate, let's consider the following: You walk into a store, sign up for a cell plan (2yr standard contract) and ... More..