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  • The New Math: When 1% is Greater Than 99% (5/1/12)
    Capitalism and democracy are an integral part of the American dream. They both play a considerable role in the lives of every US citizen, whether the individual has direct knowledge and understanding of the two principles, or whether the citizen goes about their daily activities with little to no regard of the immense impact these forces have on what they are able to do or say. What happens when these two fundamental American principles begin to deteriorate due to the corruption and desecration of one or another of them? The answer to this question seems to be unfolding directly before the eyes of the American people.
  • When Did Compromise and Common Sense Become Dirty Words ? (4/1/12)
    Have compromise and common sense taken a backseat to ideology in Washington?The United States has long been centered around a set of core principles. For better or for worse, these principles and values have served as a basis for many important decisions made by Washington politicians over many decades.
  • Are Women's Rights a Matter of Religious or Governmental Authority? (3/19/12)
    Women's rights have been at the forefront of US politics as of late due to a controversial policy in President Obama's signature piece of legislation, the Affordable Care Act. The controversy first exploded due to the Catholic Church's opposition to the policy in which, under section 2713 of the Affordable Care Act, employers would be required to cover the cost of contraceptives along with other preventative care methods for women. The Catholic Church sites religious freedom violations due to their long standing opposition of contraceptive use because of dogmatic principle.
  • Why Super PACs Are A Threat To A Free Society (3/5/12)
    The 2010 ruling by the U.S.Supreme Court in relation to the Citizen’s United vs. Federal Election Commission was reached primarily on the grounds of an argument stating that it was against the first amendment to stifle political speech in a democracy. This ruling, in favor of the Citizen’s United organization, overturned an earlier Supreme Court ruling (Austin vs. Michigan Chamber of Commerce, 1990) which stated that it was unfair for corporations to fund campaigns against political candidates. PACs, or political action committees, are bodies that gain funding to do just that. Super PACs are privately funded organizations (usually by corporations, or other elements of the ‘super rich’) that campaign to either support or oppose political parties or candidates.
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Photos: Police, demonstrators clash at NATO summitJames, Wade combine for 70 as Heat win Game 4
Photos: Police, demonstrators clash at NATO summitA demonstrator gestures during an anti-NATO protest march in Chicago May 20, 2012. REUTERS/Eric Thayer (UNITED STATES - Tags: POLITICS MILITARY CIVIL UNREST)

Miami Heat's Dwyane Wade, left, LeBron James (6) and Mario Chalmers celebrate during the second half of Game 4 of their NBA basketball Eastern Conference semifinal playoff series against the Indiana Pacers, Sunday, May 20, 2012, in Indianapolis. Miami won 101-93. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)The coveted NBA championship, the one LeBron James needs to validate everything, was vanishing.


Millions watch as rare eclipse crosses AsiaCoyotes beat LA Kings 2-0, avoid West final sweep

An annular solar eclipse is seen in the sky over Yokohama near Tokyo Monday, May 21, 2012. The annular solar eclipse, in which the moon passes in front of the sun leaving only a golden ring around its edges, was visible to wide areas across the continent Monday morning. (AP Photo/Koji Sasahara)Millions of Asians watched as a rare "ring of fire" eclipse crossed their skies early Monday.


Los Angeles Kings center Mike Richards, right, tries to score against Phoenix Coyotes goalie Mike Smith during the first period of Game 4 of the NHL hockey Stanley Cup Western Conference finals in Los Angeles, Sunday, May 20, 2012. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)The Clarence Campbell Bowl was in Staples Center for the first time, waiting to be presented by Commissioner Gary Bettman to the NHL's Western Conference champions. The Los Angeles Kings' long-suffering fans gathered downtown shortly after dawn, eager to witness a series sweep and a coronation.


Yahoo! strikes $7B deal with AlibabaI'll Have Another set to go for another at Belmont

Yahoo headquarters is pictured in SunnyvaleYahoo! announced today it has reached an agreement with Alibaba Group on a staged and comprehensive plan to unlock the Yahoo's investment in the Alibaba. The plan, which was announced in a release, includes a transaction this year where Alibaba will purchase up to one-half of Yahoo's current stake in Chinese e-commerce company Alibaba. The [...]


Kentucky Derby and Preakness winner I'll Have Another is lead by Benjamin Perez as he arrives at Belmont Park in New York, Sunday, May 20, 2012. I'll Have Another came out of his thrilling Preakness victory over Bodemeister in I'll Have Another poked his head out of his stall, started nibbling on his nameplate tacked to a wall and looked up at all the people watching his every move.


Bee Gees singer Robin Gibb dead at 62I'll Have Another could face strong Belmont field

FILE - In this May 24, 2007, file photo, Robin Gibb of The Bee Gees arrives at Grosvenor House in London, to attend the Ivor Novello Awards. A representative said on Sunday, May 20, 2012, that Gibb has died at the age of 62. (AP Photo/Max Nash, File)Bee Gee Robin Gibb succumbed to a longtime struggle with liver cancer Sunday, a spokesperson confirmed. The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer was 62.


I'll Have Another, bottom, ridden by Mario Gutierrez, crosses the finish line ahead of Bodemeister, ridden by Mike Smith, to win the 137th Preakness Stakes horse race at Pimlico Race Course, Saturday, May 19, 2012, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)I'll Have Another will face several familiar foes in his attempt to win the Belmont Stakes and become the first Triple Crown champion in 34 years.


U.S. commander: Americans to face Afghan combat through 2014Dufner's 25-foot birdie putt on 18 wins Nelson

FILE- In this March 26, 2012, file photo, Marine Gen. John Allen, the top U.S. commander in Afghanistan listens during a news conference at the Pentagon in Washington. The Afghan government says it has reached a deal with the U.S. to govern controversial night raids by American forces. The Afghan Foreign Ministry says the memorandum of understanding on special operations will be signed later Sunday, April 8, 2012, by Defense Minister Gen. Abdul Rahim Wardak and the commander of U.S. forces, Gen. John Allen. (AP Photo/Haraz N. Ghanbari, File)The commander of NATO-led forces in Afghanistan bluntly warned Sunday that American soldiers will face combat in that war-torn country right up to the time they leave, December 31, 2014.


Jason Dufner watches his shot off the fourth tee during the final round of the PGA Byron Nelson Championship golf tournament on Sunday, May 20, 2012, in Irving, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)A month ago, Jason Dufner was a single man still in search of his first PGA Tour victory.