current events

During economic crises of such magnitude, it is imperative that we understand our current system of banking and finance. Such basic understanding is necessary in order to assess the impact that different fiscal, monetary, and economic policies have on civil rights, the environment, national security, and any other "issue".  Read More »

So, a lot of you guys ( or at least my former friends) are very upset with the outcome of the election. I'm sorry your canidate didn't win. I really do feel bad for you guys. But I have to admit I'm overly enthused that our new president is Barack Obama!  Read More »

It’s hard enough for high school seniors. College applications, enduring the final year of the often tedious four years of high school, the social drama, etcetera. Imagine though, on top of everything that we’re dealing with already, if we were suddenly abandoned by our parents along with 8 other siblings. No!  Read More »

The N-word is one of the most taboo words of the English language. The history alone is an indication of the hatred and negative connotations that surround the word. To use “nigger” in a positive manner only belittles the people whose past is haunted by the negativities of the word. Continued use of the word only stimulates racial injustice and keeps African Americans oppressed.  Read More »

This year, 6 feet have washed up along the shores of Canada, near Vancouver, all within a mile of each other. All were encased in running shoes (which is how experts believe they were able to float to shore, rather than sink. Running shoes are buoyant). All are being investigated and treated as a criminal investigation.

One foot, however, is being investigated a little differently.  Read More »

Where I go to school I am receiving a top-notch education in my field. My mentors and professors are leading my mind to a fully developed and well rounded education in my department. The experience I am gaining here in fewer years than most is jumping me far ahead on my career ladder.  Read More »

Before Kaia was born, there was a standing joke around here that we were going to start a 'fund' for him. Instead of a college fund, his was going to go toward paying for the massive amounts of therapy he would undoubtedly need after enduring my sister, my self and the rest of the family for 18 years. We are, to put it mildly, kind of like Dharma... without a strong Greg force.  Read More »

Whether you vote for Hillary or Obama the question is not are they ready for the presidency but more importantly, is America ready for them?  Read More »