Did you know? 1 in 5 Iraqis have been uprooted by violence in their homeland. Many have fled to Syria where the situation has become increasingly desperate. Since all of the young people that use this site are progressive, intelligent, and thoughtful beings, I know that you'll be interested in learning about Refugees International's new campaign urging Obama to help Iraqi refugees. Read More »
foreign policy
Don't Forget Iraqi Refugees

Obama's First Report Card: F
Is it too early for President Obama's first job evaluation? He's been in office for less than a month, after all. But regardless, in this blogger's opinion, he is failing. Rapidly. And miserably.
I base this performance assessment upon three categories- only one of which I think it can be argued that he is somewhat succeeding in. They are:
Foreign Policy and the War on Terror
"Change" and Bi-partisanship
The Economy Read More »

A letter to the Americans
To many of You, due to fatal economic situation, this election is primarily about the United States and its internal economic stability. Read More »
An Introduction to Party Platforms
With the 2008 election only one week away, I am taking a class in political science. Since we are all around 18 and will be registering to vote soon, (or, as in my case, already registered) we are learning about various political parties and their views on issues such as education, economics, and foreign policy. Read More »

A frozen treasure chest - new military conflict in the Arctic?

Experience that matters
Hey everyone, I am posting one of a few of my articles that was published in the College of Charleston student newspaper, the George Street Observer. Hope you enjoy! Read More »

That one

Is the United States of America morally superior to the rest of the world?
And if so, how does that affect our country's foreign policy, and the nation's judgment? And how should it affect one's choice when it comes to be election day? Read More »


