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How Political Campaigns For the Presidency Are Affected by Electoral Votes

Political campaigns for the Presidency of the United States end with someone being elected not based on the number of popular votes they receive, but on the number of Electoral College votes. Each state has a certain number of electors (representatives to the Electoral College) who cast votes for th

Nothing to Fear

When revolutionary forces and corporate interests merge, how can anything go wrong?

What Are Revivalist Movements?

Revivalist movements have been influential in the world's human history since the establishment of religion. These movements, often conservative or orthodox in nature, seek to change established practices or beliefs and are more common when social or political upheaval exists in a culture. The Great

Voice of the People - Or a Whimper of Wimps?

For a long time I had a nagging feeling I'd lost something dear to me. I'd wake up in the morning thinking I'd dreamed it. But thefeeling haunted me throughout the day-day after day. A lot of thinking out loud brought me to the conclusion that that sense of loss was my own personal fr

Things That Make You Go Hmm

As American Citizens, we've been taught to believe we are free in the United States. On the other hand, if we are free in the United States, then why do we have all those Tea Party Patriot groups complaining of lost rights and freedom? Why does the state of our nation have so many people up in

About Bail

Bail enables an individual under arrest to be released from detention on the promise that he will appear in court at a later date. Monetary collateral is usually held by the courts, or a bail bondsman will sign a statement accepting responsibility for the bail. Posting bail offers an individual the

What It Means To Be A Us Army Ranger

The Army Rangers are the premier light infantry force in the world. Whenever they are called up their job is normally to destroy a target of opportunity located behind enemy lines. Rangers are an elite combat force and their name is respected around the world.

Jesus Was Libertarian Not Liberal

Libertarian is the doctrine of freedom and free enterprise and to do no harm or fraud to others. To follow the golden rule.

Conservation of Coral Reefs

Coral reefs are individual habitats that are part of a much larger ecosystem. The only place on earth with more biodiversity than a reef is the tropical rain forest. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, it's been determined that about 10 percent of the planet's coral reefs have bee

What Is the Establishment Clause?

The Establishment Clause is one of two First Amendment provisions that limit the government's ability to interfere with religion. It stipulates that "Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion."

Positive Effects of Codes of Ethics

Ethics should be seen as something that is positive in society. A code of ethics is desirable, whether at work or in society in general. There should be a consensus, when creating a code of ethics, which will make it easier for everyone to be willing to adhere to the code.

The Structure of the Government in the United States

The United States Constitution, which was adopted by the Constitutional Convention on September 17, 1787, set out a system of checks and balances by structuring the government into three branches: the legislative branch, the executive branch, and the judicial branch.

How to Greet People in France

Customs vary from country to country and in order to make sure you don't unintentionally offend someone, it's important to make sure you know the cultural standards and expectations. For instance, in France, meeting and greeting people, though it sounds simple, can get complicated awfully quickly. F

How to Salute a British Officer Who Is Not in Uniform

Saluting officers is a daily occurrence in most military organizations and the British military are no exception. The salute is not a mark of respect to the officer but to the Crown and Her Majesty the Queen, recognizing her position as Head of State. The return salute given by the officer is given

Regrettable

A commentary on the use of language by speechwriters and politicians to avoid concessions and apologies.

Management by Obfuscation

With the triumph of expediency, I see an essential tool that it requires: obfuscation. It's 'mushroom management' - keep us in the dark and feed us manure.

RFID Tags Imbedded in Congressmen

We seem to have a real problem with our United States Senators, Congressmen and Politicians these days. We have scoundrels in the midst who are taking bribes from Lobbyists and prescription drugs too in trade for votes.