Politics
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Negotiations With North Korea - The Clinton Administration’s Dealings
Former U.S. President Bill Clinton worked hard to achieve the aims of his administration’s foreign policy. For one, the Clinton administration’s negotiations with North Korea intended to prevent the said country from creating nuclear weapons. However, the agreement turned sour.
Vern Buchanan’s Case - Dubious Campaign Financing Practices
How transparent and accountable should politicians be? Vern Buchanan’s case brought light once more to the said question. He allegedly violated certain laws concerning campaign fundraising, which disgraced him.
Indefinite Detention In America - What You Need To Know
The U.S. has long been known to pride itself as a nation that upholds the rule of law. Still, when it comes to issues surrounding indefinite detention, Uncle Sam seems to falter on this one. The continued operation of the controversial Guantanamo Bay alone only adds to its condemnation.
Politicians Under Fire Down Under For Accepting Donations From Gambling Companies
How much is too much for politicians to accept when it could influence their vote? Australian donations by gambling companies are stacking up.
Title IX Investigations: Should Accused Students Hire A Title IX Lawyer?
If you are facing sexual assault allegations at a college or university that the federal government is funding, you will be investigated under Title IX. Thus, apart from facing a possible criminal case, you could face discipline from your school.
Use Of Architecture In Wars - How Buildings Can Win Wars
Architecture, like fortresses, castles, bunkers, and military bases, has been used to protect soldiers and civilians, scare off enemies, and show power and authority. In this article, we will explore the use of architecture in wars, both ancient and modern.
The Truth Behind Former Governor Resignation From Oklahoma Council Of Public Affairs (OCPA)
Former Governor Keating Resigned from OCPA: An Overview of the Group's Questionable Tactics and Smears Since His Departure. Learn why honest debate is essential for our democracy.
Spencer Ackerman - A Champion Of Transparency And Accountability In Government
Spencer Ackerman is an American journalist and national security correspondent. He is best known for his coverage of the War on Terror and the U.S. military's involvement in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Factcheck.Org Dismantles Another McCain Ad
A McCain ad insinuates that Barack Obama would find time to play basketball but won’t do the same thing when it comes to visiting wounded American troops. How disappointing, to say the least - if it’s true, however. After some fact checking, the truth eventually came out.
GOP Gags Witnesses On Credit Card Woes
A waiver seems to be a ploy leading to GOP silencing witnesses regarding a probable unfair business practice of American credit card companies. Interest rates would suddenly soar without issuing clients a prior notification.
As Midterm Campaigning Heats Up, Anti-Abortion Advocates Target Pro-Life Democrats
As midterm campaigning heats up, anti-abortion advocates target pro-life democrats, something the public is already used to seeing during election period. Both groups express their opinions in support of their respective beliefs pertaining to abortion.
Reasons To Hire A Student Defense Attorney
Students are the center of educational activity and the protagonists of their own learning process to become tomorrow's professionals. But throughout their academic training, they may encounter problems related to their educational activity that may hinder or even prevent their evolution and development in education.
Factcheck.Org Comes To McCain’s Defense On Birth Control
Senator John McCain and birth control issues hogged headlines after a reporter asked something about an alleged unfair dealing by health insurance companies when it comes to female contraceptives and erectile dysfunction drugs. After fact checking the matter, it was discovered that the reporter’s question had no factual basis.
Longshoremen Union Protests War
The Longshoremen war protest calls for the U.S. government to cease the war it has waged on Iraq. It has long been a tradition for this union to assemble and make peaceful protests on issues confronting the working class.
U.S. Intelligence Agencies Militarizing
The installation of military in U.S. intelligence agencies generated contrasting opinions among lawmakers, analysts, and historians, among others. As others argued about it, there were those who favored it, reasoning how such move could help fight local and global concerns, such as terrorism.
Obama Announces ‘Republicans For Obama’
The campaign ‘Republicans for Obama,’ with the man of the hour being a Democrat, seemed to be a far-fetched move - but it’s not. Some Republicans praised the man for his vision and actions. More than the verbal accolades, they’re now even endorsing him.
Donald Rumsfeld - Still There
Donald Rumsfeld is not going anywhere. He’s still around and still imparting his opinions on how the U.S. government should act on establishing another department. To be specific, a ministry that would deal with propaganda campaigns.
Judicial Partisanship Awards
American legal scholar Cass R. Sunstein deliberated about the decision-making ways of U.S. justices and the probable partisan bias in the halls of justice. He also mentioned the recipients of the judicial partisanship awards and enumerated lessons regarding partisanship.