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Politics, News & Issues > Politics in Asia Did China win the Cold War with the Western world by adopting economic tactics?: 3 of 8
If the Cold War were simply a war of force, where there was an obvious winner and loser, the question of whether China won the war would be more complicated. Since it was, however, a war of ideas, the answer is quite simply no. First, it is important to look at the time frame. While China is now a major economic force, at th... More..
Jobs & Careers > Employers Do people work more if they are paid more?: 11 of 27
Although I think other factors are important in determining both the quality of workers a company can recruit and how much work they do once hired, money does matter. At the end of the day, the reason we all go to work each day is to earn a check. If this were not the case, we would volunteer our time doing something we love... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Political Issues Do younger Americans care about patriotism?: 11 of 23
Patriotism is as important to younger generations as it was to older generations, it just has a different meaning. Especially after the attacks of 9/11, we saw Americans pulling together patriotically. They exhibited both a sense of unity and of pride in our nation that can only be called patriotism. Many enlisted in the mil... More..
Travel > Mexico Spring break in Acapulco, Mexico: 1 of 1
Acapulco is a great place to get away from the stress of everyday life and enjoy some fun in the sun, but it may not be right for everyone, especially during spring break. If you are the type who prefers to lounge on a quiet beach, wake up in the morning to do some sight seeing, and spend the evening in a laid back bar, Canc... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Government & Policies How should road and bridge construction and maintenance projects be funded, through taxes or private investment?: 1 of 1
As a Libertarian, there are few things which I believe it is truly necessary for the government to fund. Unfortunately, roads and bridges are one of them. Along with our nation's collective security, these are quite possibly the best examples of "common" goods in our society. Even something like education, hospital services ... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Islam Islamic school of thought: Shia: 1 of 1
When Westerners think of Islam, we almost always lump Muslims into one, large religion. Just as Judaism and Christianity encompass several differing belief systems, however, Islam has its own ideological divides. The majority of the world’s Muslims are Sunni Muslims. The next largest group, which comprises ... More..
Local Guides > Las Vegas Enjoying the Las Vegas Strip: 14 of 27
Visiting the Las Vegas is fun no matter what time of year you choose to come. If you are looking for a deal, convention-slow and desert-hot summer is probably the best time. If, on the other hand, you have spare money but would like to walk the strip, Las Vegas's mild winter may be more to your liking. In terms of where to s... More..
Food & Drink > Fast Food Fast food in ancient times: 5 of 9
Fast food is commonly thought of as uniquely American, and modern. Most timelines of fast food, in fact, go back to the middle of the 20th Century, and no further. This view is mistaken, as increasingly shown by research on our ancestors. First, Penelope Allison recently excavated a full city block of Pompei. Although not as... More..
Food & Drink > Fast Food Fast food around the world: 6 of 10
Fast food is a craze which is no longer limited to just the United States. In fact, fast food is becoming increasingly popular around the world, and is quite an interesting phenomenon. One interesting factor is the way in which local cultures have adjusted their own cuisine to be "fast food." One great example is Spain, wher... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US Leaders (Other) Does a traditional values politician like Sarah Palin have appeal to young voters?: 11 of 18
Sarah Palin's appeal to young voters will be based less on her stance on traditional values, and more on the perception of her actual adherence to them. This can both benefit and hurt them. On the negative side, there are those who look at Palin and see a hypocrite. She is a "traditional family values" politician, whose teen... More..