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It's Just A Piece Of Paper: The Bush Administration's Disdain Towards The Constitution
- By Kurt Hartman
- Published 10/19/2008
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There is one thing that both Republicans and Democrats can agree on during this contentious election cycle: The Bush Administration has completely undermined the US Constitution While most Republicans will not admit it publicly( I happen to be one of the ones that will
Where Do the Candidates Stand on the United States Economy?
- By Todd A. Smith
- Published 10/16/2008
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It has been called Issue #1 It is on the front page of major newspapers across the country, as President Bush seeks passage of a $700 billion bailout plan for financial firms
Where Do the Candidates Stand on Health Care?
- By Todd A. Smith
- Published 10/14/2008
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Throughout the historic 2008 presidential campaign, much attention has been given to the personalities of the candidates Many know that John McCain survived a horrific ordeal as a POW in Vietnam
Where Do the Candidates Stand on the Iraq War?
- By Todd A. Smith
- Published 10/14/2008
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During the 2004 presidential campaign, the Iraq War was the hot-button issue separating John Kerry supporters and George W Bush supporters
Election Coverage is Must-See TV
- By Todd A. Smith
- Published 10/14/2008
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Whether Barack Obama becomes the next president of the United States, he and his Republican counterpart, John McCain, have turned the 2008 showdown into must-see television
The suspense leading up to the selection of Joe Biden as Obama’s running mate created the kind of debate usually reserved for March Madness, with fans arguing why certain candidates would survive to the next round and others would fall by the wayside
Why Sarah Palin is Not Bipolar
- By Sarah Freeman
- Published 10/13/2008
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In what has been a strikingly bitter and divisive US election campaign, one of the most distasteful forms of personal attack has been left-wing bloggers labeling VP candidate Sarah Palin as bipolar These commentators apparently believe it is possible to diagnose Governor Palin as a closet sufferer of manic-depressive illness, without ever having met her or going through a formal diagnostic process
Paulson's Plan - Is it Right For America?
- By Vijay Patel
- Published 10/12/2008
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There has been much discussion about Henry Paulson’s Plan to invest $700 billion dollars of the tax payers’ money in US mortgage backed securities Opinions are divided, some totally oppose it while others vehemently espouse it
Governor Sarah Palin And The Feminists: What's Up?
- By Dr. Rosemary Lichtman
- Published 10/4/2008
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This year's Presidential and Vice-Presidential election spotlights the important contributions made by women in our society - be they single or married, mothers or not, young or old, rich or poor, from big cities or small towns, in high-powered careers or down-to-earth jobs The women in this election season are as exciting and controversial as any male candidates have ever been
Do We Still Need Affirmative Action?
- By Todd A. Smith
- Published 09/20/2008
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With the success of Barack Obama’s presidential bid, many critics of preferential programs for minorities and women have argued that it is time to dismantle all affirmative action policies in the workplace and institutions of higher learning Recently, John McCain brought attention to the issue by stating that he supports a constitutional amendment in Arizona that would outlaw all affirmative action programs in his home state
Unite Your Ensemble With Patriotic Cufflinks
- By Elizabeth Johnson
- Published 09/20/2008
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Cities and towns throughout the United States are gearing up to celebrate the nation's 232nd birthday this July 4 - hanging bunting and flags, sprucing up parks, and laying out parade routes and fireworks shows
No matter what your opinion of the current political environment is, you have to admit that the United States is a great country
Laying the Foundations For Cyprus - The Mythical Origins of the Island
- By Chris Woolfrey
- Published 09/18/2008
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In recent months, the island of Cyprus has seen a renaissance Tourism is booming, and in the TRNC the North Cyprus Property Boom has been marked as the peak of prosperity for the partitioned island;it has been named as one of the world's chief property hot spots
What is Unity?
- By Julie Redstone
- Published 09/14/2008
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Today, in America, the call to unity has become louder and more vocal, emblazoned upon the banner of current presidential political campaigns, and awakening within the heart a feeling of hope and of striving Unity moves with the new vibration of spiritual light that is arriving
September Peace Talks Begin in Earnest
- By Chris Woolfrey
- Published 09/13/2008
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The divided island of Cyprus, split between the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) and the Greek protected Republic of Cyprus, for 34 years, now sees a new round of peace talks, which began this morning (03/09/08) It is the fourth meeting between the leaders of the partitioned island since Demetris Christofias, head of the Greek Cypriot state, took office early this year
The 100 Months Problem: Climate Change, Global Warming and CO2 Emissions
- By Chris Woolfrey
- Published 09/13/2008
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Conceived and promoted by a team of journalists and experts including Peter Myers, Dr Victoria Johnson and Andrew Simms, the 100 months problem is the idea that in roughly 8 years, our current lifestyles will have taken the earth beyond a revocable point when it comes to global warming and climate change
CO2 Emissions and Pollution - Breaking the Habit
- By Chris Woolfrey
- Published 09/12/2008
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In all the debates on the effects and implications of global warming, climate change and CO2 emissions, one thing can certainly be agreed; things are changing There may or may not be reason to discredit the idea that climate change is a man-made phenomena, and there may or may not - though this writer would definitely argue that such claims are false - be reason to doubt the detrimental effect of such concepts
A Tale of Two Countries
- By Todd A. Smith
- Published 09/11/2008
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Charles Dickens once wrote in his classic novel, A Tale of Two Cities that, “It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness…it was the spring of hope, it was the winter of despair…”
Barack Obama’s historic journey to become the presumptive Democratic nominee for the upcoming presidential election is the culmination of those who struggled throughout slavery and the Civil Rights movement
Global Warming, Climate Change and the Environment
- By Chris Woolfrey
- Published 09/10/2008
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Over the last year, two key concepts have reigned over all others: the economy and the environment Like opposing forces they push and pull at one another, with economic downturns running counter to calls for increased spending on the environment, including renewable energy development and sustainability initiatives
Population Growth and the Envrionment - What's at Stake
- By Chris Woolfrey
- Published 09/9/2008
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World population growth is accelerating True, the rate has halved since the historical peak of 2
Olympic Aftermath - Beijing, China, And the Environment
- By Chris Woolfrey
- Published 09/5/2008
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With the post-Olympic headlines understandably focused on the sporting achievements of the likes of Usain Bolt and his domination of the sprint events, or team GB's new record gold medal tally, it is perhaps expected that that which dominated media coverage before the event - the environmental policy of Beijing - has fallen temporarily to the sidelines
World Environmental Policy and the Performance of Mega Cities
- By Chris Woolfrey
- Published 09/5/2008
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After the detailed media coverage that surrounded the Beijing Olympics highlighted the dubious effect that a highly populated nation can have on the world's environment, some of the earth's major cities are expected to come under the microscope with regards to their CO2 emissions policies As population hubs, they represent more extreme examples of the human effect on the earth's environment
Redemption for the Women's Movement?
- By Foster Friess
- Published 09/5/2008
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For the past few decades the once proud women’s movement in America has been in significant decline Their reputation hit rock bottom during the Clinton – Lewinsky scandal when they chose political expediency over protecting vulnerable women in the workplace from being exploited by powerful men
Negative Campaigning - What Does America Want?
- By Julie Redstone
- Published 09/2/2008
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In this presidential election year of 2008, the stakes regarding victory or defeat for each candidate are high; the competition for votes is fierce; and the strategies are abundant on both sides with which to win over the undecided We, the public, see things happening as part of political life and of campaigning that we do not approve of, that we feel we can do without
The Turkish Republic of Cyprus and the International Community
- By Chris Woolfrey
- Published 08/29/2008
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Since the dominance of the Ottoman Empire during the middle of the last millennium, Turkey - in various forms - has been a prominent force in both European and middle eastern politics It has continually exerted a sphere of influence over the two continents, and never committed to both; in that respect it can be compared to Russia, who have historically felt that their dominance can be justified on its western borders in Europe, and in Asia on its eastern border
A Brief History of the Turkish and Greek Partition of Cyprus
- By Chris Woolfrey
- Published 08/29/2008
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It was announced this week that genuinely committed talks on the reunification of Cyprus would come into effect in September of this year
Demetris Christofias, the Greek Cypriot president, met with the Turkish Cypriot president Mehmet Ali Talat on the 28th of August, and both are reportedly keen to discuss a potential reunion of the island
The Reunification of Cyprus and the E.U
- By Chris Woolfrey
- Published 08/29/2008
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The Greek Cypriot President Dimitris Chrisofias took office on 28th February 2008, and there have already been three major meetings between him and his counterpart, the Turkish Cypriot president Mehmet Ali Talat A fourth is scheduled for the 3rd of September, making the presidents already two of the closely partnered Cypriot heads of state since the partition