The Silent Discussion

For the past several days, across our country, we have been glued to the news at the horrible events in Newtown, Connecticut.  The word "tragic" just doesn't seem to do any good to describe this awful event.  But it finally has this nation talking about several subjects that have been off limits for the past several years.  I'm not here to discuss gun control or not.

Freedom of the Press Foundation Established

Cybersecurity has certainly become a serious topic of discussion in the last few years, particularly since the emergence of WikiLeaks, a whistleblower organization that seeks to make public the private doings of the government and other large organizations. This calls national security into question as it hangs in a delicate balance with freedom of the press, freedom of information, and a citizen's right to know.

The Costs of Soda

Soda consumption and its effect on health has been discussed greatly since New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg proposed a soda ban for the city of New York. Sugary drinks larger than 16 ounces at restaurants and concession stands are no longer allowed within New York City. Although sugary beverages are still widely available in the city and nationwide, few consider the environmental toll products like soda take on the planet.

Does Budget Sequestration Work?

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The Budget Control Act of 2011, the center of the current fiscal debacle, was passed in August of last year as a way to ensure that Congress substantively address the budget crisis by the end of 2012. The bill established sequestration cuts to occur from 2013 to 2021 if deficit reduction goals weren't met.

Budget Sequestration At Center of Fiscal Debate, Raises Questions

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The Budget Control Act of 2011, the center of the current fiscal debacle, was passed in August of last year as a way to ensure that Congress substantively address the budget crisis by the end of 2012. The bill established sequestration cuts to occur from 2013 to 2021 if deficit reduction goals weren't met.