There is increased uncertainty surrounding the property market as a result of a Hung Parliament, with a number of property experts expressing their fears about the UK housing sector during the remainder of 2010. Despite the fact that the general trend in the UK property market has been positive over the last 12 months it […]
I would like to bring issue with one of the more overlooked aspects of the ‘drug war’, particularly in regards to marijuana prohibition. This is the unnecessary and out right debilitating effect it has on the resources of law enforcement and your hard earned tax dollars. Cannabis Prohibition accounts of 5.54% of all arrests in […]
The United States of America was founded about two hundred-fifty years ago by people who wanted some kinds of freedom. Whether that was freedom to conduct their own religious practices, freedom from tyranny of government or freedom to not have to wear shoes does not matter. The fact is that they did found this country […]
In some parts of the world, politics can be a very dangerous calling. In India and Pakistan, for instance, it seems as if assassination has almost become the norm for leaders and former leaders, as evinced by the recent assassination of Benazir Bhutto. However, even in parts of the world where political life is less […]
Perhaps the most interesting portrait to appear on Confederate money is that of John E. Ward. His portrait was on a $10 bill in 1861. The irony is, although a native of Georgia and a holder of high offices, he was not in favor of secession. In fact, Mr. Ward left the South partly because […]
What are We Doing? Each and every day, I find myself questioning my government. Not in a “I’m writing Congress” sort of way. More of a “I can’t believe they just did that”, type of thing. I speak without regard for either party. It matters not to me whether they are a Republican or Democrat, […]
Although freedom of speech is a right, afforded to us by the United States Constitution and the Bill of Rights, I always try and view it as a privilege. A privilege afforded to us by the fighting men and women of the United States Armed Forces. Let’s take a moment to acknowledge those thatstand in […]
Cider with high alcohol content can be bought in supermarkets extremely cheaply and it has become the drink of choice with young adolescents. It is commonly referred to as white cider and can be purchased in large 2 or 3 litre bottles for very little money indeed. Binge drinking among young adults in the UK […]
The ongoing discussions and protests surrounding health care reform have brought out many hidden agendas to the forefront of America’s societal framework. Issues of race, gender, class, geography, physical limitations and age have been used towards proactive and destructive ends with buzz words including “nationalized healthcare” receiving rallying cries of support as well as tea […]
Although the state of Texas is known for being a conservative state, its capital city is far different. In fact, the city of Austin is so well known for its Democratic leanings that it has become a stronghold for the Democratic Party. Yet, interestingly, the city’s suburbs tend to vote Republican. In fact, the city […]
