A Look Ahead to 2008 (Part I)
Just as everyone has breathed a sigh of relief at the end of 2004 presidential campaign, I would like to take a quick look ahead to 2008. Unless George W. Bush is unable to complete his second term
Damaging Educational Cuts Signed Into Law By Dick Cheney
Funding for college education is at a critical impasse in the United States. The largest ever cuts in American educational funding were passed in December of 2006, signed into being by no other tha
The Canadian Political System
The Canadian political system as it is known today was first drafted by the "Fathers of Confederation" at the Quebec conference of 1864. This then became law when the constitution act was passed in
The Controversial Death Penalty
There are few topics as controversial among the American government and general population as the death penalty. Few topics spark such heated debates and few issues have people so clearly on one si
How Governments Seek To Get Back Control
So the UK Government has had its way on banning smoking in all enclosed public places and places of work. This ban was carried through on the grounds of ensuring a safe working environment for all
Rush Limbaugh's The Way Things Ought To Be (Book Review)
Few books have rocked the publishing world like Rush Limbaugh's "The Way Things Ought To Be" (which he wrote by utilizing "talent on loan from God".) This book, along with author's daily radio prog
Who Is Your Attendant?
Attendants are a joyous part of weddings. Selecting attendants is usually an easy task. Sisters, brothers, best friends are usually on the top of the list when it comes to selecting attendants. Som
Environmental Protection Vision And Confusion
Many environmental protection lawsuits turn on the question of who has standing; are the legal issues limited to property owners, or does the general public have a right to intervene?
Enviro
A Workable Alternative to Term Limits
The end of another election once again brings into focus the problem of Washington politicians raising money and running for re-election as soon as they get into office. Many citizens and various g
The Cloning Debate
Cloning is one of the most controversial topics in modern American politics. However, while many people have strong opinions and reactions about the issue, most lack a firm grasp on both the histor
The Politics Of Fashion
Everyone knows that clothes make the man. From the executive suits that litter Wall Street like the remnants of a ticker-tape parade to the coveralls and work boots worn by construction workers and
Congress Considers National Data Privacy Law
Legislation was introduced into Congress this week that would establish a national data privacy law. The bill would require businesses to disclose to consumers any breaches that result in the expos
Politcal Blogs: Media Tools
A recent study conducted by Hansard Society in UK revealed that there was a clear indication that the use of political blogs can be a media resource to increase the politicians’ transparency and ac
Fast Food : No Legal Recourse
Do you eat fast food? You must. According to the House of Representatives, the fast food industry is a significant part of our national economy. It did not become that way be having few customers.
A Look Ahead to 2008 (Part II)
Last week, I began my look ahead to the 2008 presidential campaign with the potential Republican candidates. Today, I will continue by taking a look at the potential Democratic candidates. Among th
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