In light of recent events in Cataluña, Spain and their claims for secession and independence from the rest of the country, as well as Britain’s very recent exit from the European Union, people remain utterly perplexed in regards to the logistics and complexity of the process of “breaking away.” Is there a “right” way to make the case for separation, a correct and legitimate way of going about initiating independence?
Read MoreAs an American student studying abroad in Denmark, I have observed and experienced stark differences between the American and Danish healthcare systems, most notably the fact that Denmark provides universal healthcare for its citizens. There are elements of the Danish system that could be implemented in the United States to increase the access and quality of U.S. care, particularly the Danish primary care model.
Read MoreThe Parkland students stand out for their direct confrontation of the gun-rights debate, in an age where directness and politics have become antithetical.
Read MoreLast week, the United Nations convened its 62nd Session on the Status of Women with the theme, “Challenges and opportunities in achieving gender equality and the empowerment of rural women and girls.” But perhaps what many of those rural women and girls across the 193 member states of the U.N. really need is protection from the U.N. peacekeepers sent to help them.
Read MoreThe issue of immigration reform has been a staple in Congressional debate since Trump took office. However, the GOP focus on immigration as a tool to stimulate the US economy through the prioritization of “highly-skilled workers,” while outwardly neutral, may become racially discriminatory and harmful to the US labor force in practice.
Read MoreHow did Mao Zedong deal with dangerous political polarization in his country? Vigorously and with great force.
Read MoreCharleston and Parkland: two tragedies, two presidents, two responses to the same modern horror.
Read MoreTo tackle the true source of poverty in the United States, policymakers and advocates need to look at the country’s history of housing discrimination and develop solutions that build inclusive communities.
Read MorePresident Trump is spearheading an American revival of “whataboutism” -- the old Soviet, finger-pointing technique. Mr. Trump and his supporters are using the rhetorical device to consistently divert attention away from important issues, ranging from white supremacist rallies to Russian collusion.
Read MoreTragedy and violence have unfortunately dotted recent history. So why do we remember some of these tragedies, but not others?
Read MoreThe Tax Cuts and Jobs Act will incentivize private equity firms to focus on improving the profitability of portfolio companies as a means of generating acceptable returns for limited partners.
Read MoreIn the midst of increasing tension between the United States and North Korea, it seems as though a permanent ambassador to one of our closest allies in the region would be a top priority for the Trump Administration.
Read MoreMany people across America, especially in rural areas, lack access to broadband internet, and progress has been slow on finding a solution.
Read MoreIn defense of a moderate American nationalism
Read MoreIn the era of health crazes and anti-obesity measures, the Nutrition Facts label is often one of the first items a potential shopper looks at when purchasing groceries. While these labels are intended to help "make quick, informed food choices that contribute to a healthy diet," they are fraught with misleading numbers and overly general assumptions that can result in confusion and poor choices.
Read MoreIn the midst of a clearly losing message and rapidly changing demographic profile, if Republicans hope to win in the 21st century they must address America’s minority populations with a message of more “inclusive conservatism”. Given the simultaneous rise of America’s Democratic Party and progressive movement, the future of American conservatism might hang in the balance.
Read MoreDeclining religious faith in America might open the ballot to those previously deemed unelectable, but could leave a dangerous void…
Read MoreWhy we should be taking a closer look into the relationships between the Saudi Arabian government and Manafort, Kushner, and other figures within the Trump administration including Trump himself, and what these ties indicate about the United State’s involvement with recent developments within the Middle East.
Read MorePlagued by earthquakes, unrest, and economic woes, Mexico teeters on the brink.
Read MoreActivist investors perform valuable functions in modern capital markets.
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