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I have been in law enforcement for 25 years and currently investigate computer related crimes; including online fraud and Internet predators of all stripes. I enjoy writing and look forward to my retirement when I can engage in it full time.

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Education > College Courses & Majors Deciding if a degree in criminal justice is right for you: 3 of 20
After spending 25 years in law enforcement, I believe I can offer some insight to help you make your decision. Consider the below points:WHO - This can often be a deal-breaker for choosing a Criminal Justice degree. Federal Law Enforcement agencies prefer degrees in Law, Accounting, or Business - not Criminal Justice. State, ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > War in Iraq Debate on the war in Iraq: 21 of 123
Had the war in Iraq been properly prosecuted there would be no need for a debate, because it would have been over years ago. The US has been accused of three basic strategies by the rest of the world regarding Iraq:-Liberation-The US wanted to free the oppressed people of Iraq from a ruthless dictator. This was the package or... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Culture & Community Growing older and still playing video games: 11 of 49
I'm 46 years old and I still play video games. That rather sounds like the beginning of some 12 step program, doesn't it? Not too far from the truth. These new-fangled video games are extremely engrossing and it is absurdly simple to lose oneself in some pixel-laden netherworld. I can't count the number of times my wife has c... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Baseball Should Barry Bonds face jail time or just fines for lying about steroids?: 6 of 21
This is not about drugs or sports, it's about perjury. The foundation of justice in the United States is the determination of truth. However, individuals have a Constitutional right against self-incrimination under the Fifth Amendment. Instead of using that right, Barry Bonds made a conscious choice to deceive in order to fur... More..
Arts & Humanities > English Language Should English be the official language in the USA?: 16 of 55
If the United States is to survive in its current form, English must be declared the national language. We could amble down to the local library and examine ancient historical records to see just what becomes of a great society when it allows itself to become fractured (see Rome), but we really need look no further than recen... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Culture & Community The possible link between video game violence and children's behavior: 16 of 41
Since the dawn of time children have played at violence. As a boy, who among us did not play War, Cowboys and Indians, or Cops and Robbers? Who didn't kill their best friend, over and over again, with guns made of sticks or plastic? Violence is exciting, even in real life; is it any wonder that children emulate the lure of da... More..
Jobs & Careers > Stress & Time Management Careers: How to avoid job burnouts: 9 of 22
Are you feeling burned out? Congratulations!If you are experiencing burnout it generally means that you are an ambitious person. Instead of lolling about in a state of depression over it, you should use your natural drive to your advantage. Obviously your current position no longer challenges you and it's time for a change.Th... More..
Arts & Humanities > Fantasy & Science Fiction Essential 'Fantasy' reading list: 14 of 30
I suppose everyone has their favorites in this genre, and I don't need to go into any lengthy descriptive discourses about mine. Following are several selections I would recommend to anyone. These are in no particular order and I've noted if it is the first of a series.THE HOBBIT, J.R.R. Tolkien. This book is the kick-off poi... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US Immigration Views on illegal immigration in the US: 106 of 212
The root of the problem is really assimilation. Illegal immigrants have always been part of the population in the US and have generally stayed under the radar. This is because they have not been here before in gargantuan numbers. Those huge numbers translate into huge logistical problems - these tend to get noticed. Governmen... More..
Politics, News & Issues > News Industry Free speech in cartoon satire vs. Inciting hatred and violence: 2 of 4
If Islam were merely a religion, then perhaps the "offensive" cartoons could be viewed as something other than free speech. However, Islam is not simply a religion; it is a theocratic ideology that qualifies as a form of government; complete with laws, a court system, and rules for governance. Before you dismiss this out of h... More..