Browsing Category
Politics : Law & Legal & Attorney
What Is the Meaning of Dictator?
A dictator is someone who has absolute power over a country. In some cases, dictators personally make all decisions regarding their subjects, while in other dictatorships one party maintains power over all others.
Time to Hand Back Your Benefits? That Depends on What You Get
Ian Duncan Smith, the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, wants you to give him your benefits. Or does he? Interviewed at the weekend, he said he would "encourage" pensioners who did not need their additional benefits, including the winter fuel allowance, free TV licence, NHS prescri
Big Dig Tragedy-Video Review Shows Difficulty Installing Ceiling Panels
I imagine your thoughts at night when you lie awake unable to sleep despite the number of drinks that are supposed to drown out the voice in your head. What did the project managers expect? You told them twice that this epoxy wasn't going to work and they looked at you like you must be lazy, cr
What Is the Primary Election for the President?
The primary elections for the presidency are the first step for potential candidates seeking the nation's top office. The primaries narrow each party's pool of potential candidates before nomination, and offer a chance for voters to learn about each candidate's stance on the issues.
What Is a Fortnight?
You may have heard someone say something like, "We will be on vacation until Saturday fortnight." The British term fortnight is not common in the U.S. In this article you will learn what a fortnight is and some facts about the word.
Notes And Quotes From Your Political Class
This article some recent inane quotes and actions from your political class, quotes and actions that make you wonder how anything is ever accomplished in Washington. The political class seems to have no clue on what is important and high prioirty for Americans today, wasting time and effort, accompl
The Importance Of Fidel Castro
Fidel Castro has been the longest serving head of state in the world. This despite a concerted effort by the CIA and the United States Government to overthrow him or even assassinate him by what ever means available. To understand the relevance of Castro we have to look back to the era of the fiftie
How to Find Beauty in a Broken World
Finding beauty in a world that seems devoid of compassion for its fellow living things can sometimes seem like an overwhelming and fruitless enterprise. It can be very easy to become frustrated by the world's constant brokenness and the perception that there is no end in sight. However, there are su
Working Around the Clock for Obama, For Smart Policies About Public Health Issues
Voter registration ended earlier this month, on Tuesday October 9th, here in Florida and in several other swing states. Those of us working hard to elect leaders who understand and care about public health issues, leaders like President Obama and Florida's Senator Bill Nelson, temporarily put d
What Is Tweed?
Tweed is a woolen fabric that originated in Scotland and was colloquially known as "the big cloth." The original and most valued tweed is known as Harris Tweed, which is still produced in Scotland.
An Open, Bi-Partisan Letter to Congress, Please Share
At this time in our country's history, we face some challenging economic and social challenges. I consider myself to be a reasonable person and one who is open to new ideas and change.
Too Liberal, Too Conservative, Too Much
The extremists on both sides of the political spectrum fail to see that we do not live in a vacuum.Instead, they postulate on what the world should be like, even though they decide not to live in it.
Human Rights of African People
Home of wild beauty and horrifying violence, Africa is a land of contradictions.Buena Vista Images/Photodisc/Getty ImagesThe people of Africa have suffered perhaps the worst human rights abuses in the entire world. In recent history, two genocides have occurred in Africa: one in Rwanda in...
Persuading Voters During Get Out the Vote
During get out the vote, it's critically important to not only make a request of a voter, to make it the polls to support you in the election, but also to motivate the voter. This it to say that you need to encourage the voter by appealing to their emotional side in addition to the their analyt
Is Governor Fayemi A Nigerian?
This article is a tribute to Governor John Kayode Fayemi of Ekiti State of Nigeria. This is in recognition of his exemplary conduct during his tenure and in the wake of his defeat at the polls.
Afghanistan, The Good War
Afghanistan was the "good" war. Afghanistan was the one war worth fighting.
A Federal Europe
They suggest a Federal Europe along the lines of the USA and support their argument with an analysis of the contribution of US Treasury Secretary Alexander Hamilton in building the fledgling American state. The authors draw comparisons between the debt crises of disparate European states and the deb
Definition of Straw Boss
A straw boss is an informal, low-level supervisor in assembly work, a foreman of minimal clout. Production performance is one's first priority; supervisory activities are incidental. To speak of a foreman in derogatory terms, one could call him a straw boss.
Nostalgia for the Silly Season: Memories of A Radical Mother
The presidential political campaign season is call the Silly Season by the media. Now is when we see smear campaigns, outrageous name-calling, and baseless accusations. Every news story is exaggerated to the fullest with pointless matters of little substance. It was during this season my mother turn
Rants by Lance: BRAC Committee Talks Irrelevant Completely
It is amazing we have so many men, who belong to the greatest military in the history of mankind, pussy footing around. The politics of BRAC are not in line with the reality of protecting our nation. Additionally the men and generals who are deciding on the things are being too nice to each other an