As students pour into college campuses across the country this fall, many of them for the first time, there is a specter looming over all of their heads. It is a dark cloud that has floated over higher education for at least 10 years following the recession of 2008, a legacy of America’s failed turn-of-the-century… Continue reading College: intellectual investment or a waste of money?
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The problems with tipping culture in America
Tipping, or adding gratuity onto a service beyond the actual price, is commonplace in the U.S. and an understood part of going out. Whether you are going to a restaurant, a nail salon or a tattoo parlor, the tip you leave says a lot about the kind of person you are in today’s society. Here in… Continue reading The problems with tipping culture in America
Democratic Party needs to shift away from Pelosi
Nancy Pelosi, current house majority leader in the U.S. House of Representatives, is in the running to succeed Paul Ryan to become the next Speaker of the House. Before I go any further, I want to clarify that I am neither a democrat nor a republican. While I don’t associate with either party, every American… Continue reading Democratic Party needs to shift away from Pelosi
Keeping government accountable through honest media
General perception of the mainstream media is seemingly deteriorating everyday. The term “fake news” has caught, resulting in a rise of public distrust. Mainstream outlets such as CNN and Fox are associated with political bias, which makes holding the government accountable tricky and difficult. Even if the media is speaking the truth, the facts will… Continue reading Keeping government accountable through honest media
Valentine’s Day: A holiday of love or a holiday of money?
Valentine’s Day is drawing close. Cards, heart shaped balloons and chocolate candies line the shelves of many stores. It’s a holiday all about showering the most important person in your life with love, right? Not so much. According to the National Retail Federation, American’s are expected to spend almost $20 billion dollars on valentines related… Continue reading Valentine’s Day: A holiday of love or a holiday of money?