If high tuition and student debt weren't enough of a barrier to enter college, scoring well on national entrance exams may become a new problem for those looking to pursue higher education. According to recently released data for the ACT, college entrance exams show that students still struggle to reach academic benchmarks.

The national composite score for ACT test-takers decreased slightly from 21.1 to 20.9.

With the US Congress returning to debate and vote on authorization to intervene in the Syrian civil war, at least one representative has drawn a primary challenge over his stance.

The "Under God" Controversy

The specter of yet another United States military venture in the Middle East sparked heated protests Friday outside Congresswoman Susan Davis' San Diego office.

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While companies like Facebook and Google strain themselves to convince users that their private information is safe, even from the government, a recent article published by The New York Times may not go over well.

Remember mid-summer, when the reports circulated during the two very expensive special sessions of the Texas legislature called pretty much just to force through anti-abortion legislation?  Remember the sight of law enforcement confiscating feminine hygiene products which brought a heady mix of laughter at the expense of the LEOs and scorn for fear of tampons and other sanitary products?

While President Obama could have to wait two weeks for Congress to vote on U.S. involvement in Syria, Obama has already made it clear that with or without Congressional approval, he has the authority to attack Syria.

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