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I am a 28 year-old American living in Canada, and am aspiring to be a novelist.

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Food & Drink > Ethnic & International Foods Why England is not known for its cooking: 1 of 25
Despite the ever-increasing popularity of its celebrity chefs, England has not received a proportionate improvement in its culinary reputation. Internationally, French cuisine is considered the gold standard; conversely, England still suffers from a bland, meat-and-potatoes reputation. Although British cuisine has improved ma... More..
Politics, News & Issues > War in Iraq The democrats efforts to create a time machine and 'do over' the 2002 Iraq War Resolution: 1 of 19
While a few Democrats may futilely hope that voting to unauthorize the use of force in Iraq will undo their poor decision to vote 'yea' in 2002, the political reality is that voters will continue to hold them accountable for their original votes. The vast majority of Congressmen understand this. The intent of the proposed leg... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Economic Values How to improve conditions in distressed inner-city neighborhoods: 2 of 33
Improving conditions in inner-city neighborhoods is not just a 'nice idea in theory', but a realistic goal that is within reach for one of the richest nations in the world. Through a number of programs and efforts, we could see an urban renaissance within the next generation.The first key to spurring urban renewal is through ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Constitutional & Contract Law The second amendment: Not outdated: 2 of 32
In order to assess whether or not the second amendment is outdated, it is first helpful to consult the original text from the Bill of Rights. It reads: 'A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.'In this context, you can see... More..
Travel > Vacations Things to do on vacation in Paris France: 2 of 19
Vacationing in Paris gives every traveler the happy problem of having to choose not only what they will see, but what they won't have time to see. Paris offers such a cornucopia of sights and experiences that it is impossible - in the span of a normal vacation - to hit everything.Nor would you want to attempt it. A big part o... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US Leaders (Other) Top ten presidents in American history: 2 of 19
After thoughtful consideration, here is a history student's top-ten list, with explanations. Enjoy!1. ABRAHAM LINCOLN - By holding together the Union in the face of Civil War and ending slavery in the United States, Lincoln saved America from being torn apart less than eighty years after its conception. He understood the impo... More..
Jobs & Careers > Getting Ahead Why it is important that people are rewarded for their work: 3 of 28
Whenever employees are surveyed about what most contributes to job satisfaction or dissatisfaction, the top two responses are nearly always salary and recognition. The message to employers is simple: people need to feel rewarded for the work that they do.Nothing can sap someone's morale in the workplace faster than the feelin... More..
Relationships & Family > Dating Dilemmas Dating challenges for independent professional women: 2 of 18
Dating can be a stressful endeavor for men and women of all ages and walks of life; however, for many professional women, the challenges of dating go beyond the normal worries associated with navigating intimate personal relationships. When longstanding societal expectations are at odds with one's sense of achievement and sel... More..
Travel > Vacations How to avoid vacation tourist traps: 1 of 7
When on vacation, travelers want to make the most of both their time and money. The quickest way to waste both of these precious vacation commodities is by becoming a victim of a tourist trap. Thankfully, there are some simple ways you can avoid these tourist pitfalls and increase the enjoyment of your trip.First, it is impor... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US Immigration Views on illegal immigration in the US: 34 of 212
Despite what some people would like to believe and see happen, deporting 15 million illegal aliens is an impossible solution to America's problem. Relocating a group of people the size of the combined populations of Switzerland and Austria - spread out over 3.7 million square miles - is not only impossible logistically, but w... More..