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On Extending the Bush Tax Cuts

The politics of tax cuts is not as daunting as it may seem for the Obama administration. Tea party activists, along with conservative Republicans, are doubling down for the mid-term Congressional elections on the issues of federal spending and taxes. The most effective play for the Democrats here ma

Decentralizing Affordable Housing Planning

Across the country, states are looking for ways to not only improve the development of affordable housing, but ways to do it faster and more efficiently. Some states, like Michigan, officials have chosen to join with federal agencies to streamline application and funding processes. Other states, how

How to Buy an FDA Approval

FDA Approval of Zohydro Creates Controversy In a letter addressed to the commissioner of the FDA, a number of groups including Public Citizen were shocked at an approval of a dangerous, pure form of narcotic hydrocodone which is many times stronger than current pain medications. Unlike the current m

How to Contact the Government

There are hundreds of federal agencies and commissions in the United States. Each agency and commission is responsible for a specific mandate, ranging from managing the country's space program to protecting forests and wildlife. The sheer size of the federal government can be intimidating when a que

Difference Between a Faun and a Satyr

Fauns and satyrs are similar, but distinct, minor deities found in ancient Greek and Roman mythology. These creatures were said to live near sheep and goat pastures, and roam the woods and mountains. Ancient art often depicts them in the entourages of various gods. They represent concepts such as na

Airport Security Shambles - Has Terrorism Won the War?

If the intention of international terrorism is to bring disruption to air travel and a decline in passengers, they may have achieved their aim beyond their wildest dreams. A UK Government Minister recently pointed out: 'Anti-terrorism measures are actually adding to the threat.' The point

What Type of Government Does the United States Have?

The short answer is that the United States' government is a representative democracy. It is comprised of three distinct branches using a federalist system for its republic. Guided by the longest-lasting written constitution in history, the U.S. borrowed many of its ideas from other countries and cul

Benefits Of Petitioning Online

Petitioning online can allow millions to view, comment, and join your cause without the complications that exist in real life.

Political Party Conferences, A Party At The Taxpayer's Expense

Every autumn the major political parties hold annual conferences to discuss agendas, vote on leaders and attempt to boost support, especially in the local area. The conference often covers issues that they would tackle if in power. The aim is to demonstrate to voters that they have a coherent plan f

Dark Waters - A Churning Global Political Rightwing Wave

Unabashedly using Vladimir Putin's playbook, political hardliners are utilizing outrageous public relations tactics with disturbing effectiveness to position themselves to secure positions at the highest levels of government in the upcoming elections in the U.S. and Europe. A wide-open U.S. pre

New Zealand A Republic? Could There Be a Hidden Agenda?

In trying to understand the reasons for changing our Constitution and the concern some of us have for this change, we need to keep two things in mind: l) The present push for a Republican system is coming down to us from the United Nations, not from the people of New Zealand. The United Nations inte

How to Send Envelopes With Delivery Confirmation

The anxiety of sending something valuable through a delivery service can be alleviated with a delivery confirmation. Requesting a delivery confirmation is simple and may take only a few minutes. Whether you are sending a gift to a special someone or an urgent business document, asking for a deliver

The Importance of the Civil Rights Movement

The Civil Rights movement was less a struggle about race and more of a struggle about forcing decency between fellow human beings. The civil rights movement was taking shape for years, but it really came to the fore front during the year 1955. This is the year that both Rosa Parks refused to give up

Rules for Raising & Lowering the National Flag

The American flag flies highamerican flag image by Richard Kane from Fotolia.comThe standard of the United States of America---the red, white and blue Stars and Stripes---must be treated with the utmost respect. According to the United States Code 8j of Title 36, "The flag represents a...

How to Establish a Homeowner's Association

Forming a homeowner's association is actually not a difficult task to accomplish. It simply takes some research and organization on the part of the person heading it up and some willing participants to join the cause. Here are some tips to get you started and well on your way to establishing and run

How to Tag Birds

Scientists track the migration and mortality of birds by banding and tagging. In "bird banding" a metal band is placed around a bird's leg. Bird "tagging" attaches a small radio or satellite transmitter instead. Tagging can also refer to a procedure, only performed by government agencies, called web

Career Watchdog to Lead Reorganized Minerals Management Service

President Obama has selected Michael Bromwich as his new watchdog for the oil and gas industry. Bromwich's selection coincided with Interior Secretary Salazar's announcement that he is restructuring the Minerals Management Service (MMS) and renaming the agency Bromwich will lead as the Bur