Politics and Social Issues - HubPages.com

Politics Social Issues are matters directly or indirectly affecting members of society and theprocesses by which groups of people make collective decisions. The election and behavior of civilgovernments is the main form of politics, but there are other interactions, such as with corporate,academic, and religious institutions. Basically it consists of social relations and issues involvingauthority or power. Social issues are considered to be problems or controversies, usually related tomoral values, and religion often plays an important role. Specific social issues include abortion,animal rights, church and state, crime and punishment, the economy, education, the environment,health insurance, human rights, poverty. Many people choose an issue they care deeply about andwant to do something about. What do you care about? This is a place to research issues and hearwhat others have to say.

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10 Awful Things About the Army Nobody Tells You

by SgtCecil (27 followers)

The Army can be an amazing experience, the best one of your life. However, there's no need to gorushing in without some extra knowledge everyone forgets to tell you.

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Ten Things To Know Before Joining The Army

by Billy Hicks (44 followers)

Joining the military is one of the biggest decisions you can make in your life. Being a member of theU.S. Military is unlike any other job you'll ever have. Here are some things to know before you enlist.

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Feminist Beliefs I No Longer Agree With

by Rachael Lefler (133 followers)

This is basically my breakup letter to feminism. For many years, I was a feminist, but not a radicalone. But radicals took over, sanity has left the building, and I am not a feminist anymore.

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Top 25 Crimes of the CIA

by Thomas Swan (440 followers)

Top 25 Crimes of the CIA - A history of CIA coups, assassinations, and interventions. The list ofcrimes is sorted alphabetically by country.

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Murderous Children: 11 Year Old Serial Killer Mary Bell

by Antonia Monacelli (118 followers)

It was the summer of 1968 in Scotswood, a community north of London in England. Martin Brown'slifeless body was discovered lying on the floor inside a boarded-up, condemned house, with bloodand saliva trickling down...

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To Chemtrailers: Twenty Things You Don't Know

by JazzRoc (7 followers)

This is a list of crucial facts about contrails which through misperceptions born of scientificignorance lead "chemtrailers" to believe they are sinister, unnatural, and part of a secret conspiracyto...

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Parents Who Kill: Elaine Campione Drowned Her Daughters

by Antonia Monacelli (118 followers)

Serena, 3, and Sophia Campione, 19 months, were drowned in a bathtub by their own mother.Family Photo It was Autumn in Barrie, Ontario, a city north of Toronto in Canada, and 3-year-oldSerena, and 19-month-old Sophia...

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The Death Penalty: Is it Just?

by JB R. (1 follower)

Is capital punishment an essential tool for criminal deterrence or an archaic punishment from thepast? And if the latter, is there ever an instance where justice demands a death sentence?

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When Suicide Becomes a Case in Court

by Jason Kippt (4 followers)

What if suicide turns into a lawsuit? What would you do if you found out someone could be liable foryour loved one's death?

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Similarities Between US Class Division and Hindu Caste System

by Chloe Faure (3 followers)

Image Content: Dirty feet wrapped in cloth Redeeming God Nearly everyone has heard of the IndianCaste System, but not everyone realizes that US class division closely mirrors India's powerpyramid. In more ways than...

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Millennials: Facing a Social Climate of Drug Abuse

by Alexandria Teauge (2 followers)

Drug abuse is more than an individuals problem, it is a symptom of our shortcomings as a society touplift each other. In the age of social connection, we have never been so disconnected.

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How To Organize A Trivia Quiz Night

by Paula Morgan (52 followers)

Over the years I have run more than 20 successful trivia nights to raise money for everything fromkids sporting clubs and schools to charities like Youth off the Streets and the Cancer Council. Eachof these events...

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Girl disappears after knock at 3 a.m.

by Byron Wolf (764 followers)

A dramatic call to police. A small voice gives a name and location. A man yells. A girl screams. Andthe line goes dead. The name nervously uttered on the call was "Anthonette Cayedito," a 9-year-oldfrom...

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Private Parking Company PCN information

by Jamesm1968 (16 followers)

Don't get done by the PPC's. All you need to know about these scammers. Got a PCN ?, here is whyyou shouldn't pay and why they cannot do a thing about it.

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How Materialism Hurts Us and Our Environment

by Jeff Davis (468 followers)

Materialism is an all-pervasive aspect of American life. Learn how it hurts the human condition, andthe environment. More importantly, hear about solutions to tackle this beast we call materialism.

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10 Practical Steps for Sustainable Living

by Rae (3,962 followers)

Sustainable living goes way beyond the concepts involved in being "green." Learn 10 tips for how tocultivate a truly more sustainable lifestyle.

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Gender Based Violence - A Global Pandemic

by Joyette Fabien (148 followers)

Gender based violence is a severe violation of human rights. It traverses age, class, income andcultural boundaries, invading and compromising the fundamental rights and freedoms of victims.

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4 Reasons Why Charity Can't Eradicate Poverty

by Goodpal (158 followers)

Charities usually focus on symptoms of poverty and are driven by donors' expectations thanrecipients'. They rarely bother about empowering the poor who remain as passive voicelessrecipient.

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8 Good Reasons Why India is So Poor

by Goodpal (158 followers)

There are several deep rooted causes of Indian poverty, some have historical roots and others derivestrength from social structure. Lack of effective governance has only sustained the poverty.

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Who Killed Leila Adele Welsh?

by Cathy (650 followers)

This article is about Leila Adele Welsh, a victim of a brutal crime during the early morning hours ofMarch 9, 1941 in Kansas City, Missouri. After 72 years, her case remains unsolved.

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Working Class life in the 1940's 50's - After Wash Day

by maggs224 (650 followers)

It is a way of life almost forgotten that is so different from life today. Read this first hand account ofwhat came after washday see how your grandmother use to cope with her chores. It is about normalpeople leading...

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US Marine Corps Lifestyle Should you Join?

by Ruben Rivera (40 followers)

I know in the past few years the economy has been terrible and recruiting was very good due to thewar in Iraq. The Iraq war is now over and Afghanistan does not seem like a long commitement forthe US military. Budget...

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So you want to avoid a DWI? Have I got some news for you...

by Mike Retrospect (2 followers)

So you're driving. Everyone drives right? You've had a few drinks. You've done this too, don't say youhaven't. You might be 5 minutes, 5 miles, 25 miles, or an hour from home. It can happen to you. Youthink...

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Why Don't Homeless People Just Get Jobs?

by Kylyssa (173 followers)

Have you wondered why people living on the street don't just get jobs and stop being homeless? Thispage explains why it isn't that simple.

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Slave Women and the Birth of Gynecology

by Nicole Paschal (47 followers)

If taking a stroll through New York's Central Park, one might see the statue of Dr. James MarionSims. Known as the "father of gynecology," the monument was dedicated to Sims in 1894. Havinglived from...

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H.O.W.: The Bystander Effect and How to Regain Our Humanity

by Tammy (985 followers)

It is a question visited by the world's most influential philosophers and average men alike. What do Iowe my fellow man? Human beings have been questioning their moral obligations to one another forcenturies....

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What to Buy if You are Homeless

by Kylyssa (173 followers)

If you're homeless and trying to figure out how to spend a small amount of money to best effect thislist may help. It has also proven useful to charities creating care packages for homeless people.

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The Hillary Clinton Scandals

by Thomas Swan (440 followers)

The Hillary Clinton Scandals - Hillary Clinton has been involved in numerous scandals. These arerelated to Wikileaks, Benghazi, campaign donations, health care, Iraq, Iran, and Zionism.

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Why Heroin Addicts Can't Recover

by Edward C. (37 followers)

They can get better. Lets lay that out there before going any further. In many cases, however, heroinaddicts make repeated attempts to "get clean" that fail almost before they get off the ground.Almost...

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Ed Gein, The Serial Killer Who Played With Corpses

by gunsock (189 followers)

Ed Gein was a necrophiliac, and a cannibal who loved to play with women's corpses. He murderedlocal women, or dug corpses up, skinned them and made masks, and flesh toned leggings. He worethe upper body skin of a...

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The Strange Death of Elisa Lam

by Joshua David Brown (37 followers)

Have you heard of Elisa Lam? The 21 yr old Canadian student who was found dead in L.A. atop of ahotel has sparked interest and debate across the world. Let us explore it here and now. Pleasecomment.

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David Rockefeller, An Immoral Life Of Evil and Treason.

by Wesman Todd Shaw (944 followers)

For every second in the long life of David Rockefeller, he's been one of the wealthiest human beingson the planet. It is exceedingly easy to dislike such a person, but what would be impossible would befor one to...

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Richard Milhous Nixon - Founder Of The Drug War

by Wesman Todd Shaw (944 followers)

Born poor to a father who was just a bully and a mother who never had time to spend with him forhaving other children with the disease of tuberculosis, Richard Nixon grew up to despise those bornwealthy, and to kindle...

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Ronald Reagan - The Actor In The White House

by Wesman Todd Shaw (944 followers)

Now that the United States of America is economically less powerful than it once was - many of ourcitizens look back to a time when the US was thought to be more strong with longing and far awayeyes. Some put forth...

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Mrs., Miss, or Ms.? Married or Not?

by Annie Sechrist (593 followers)

The title "Ms." has become common currency in our social systems these days, but it is a fairly newinvention. Now Ms. is used by nearly every woman, but most women don't know that it hasphilosophical roots...

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President James Monroe and His Accomplishments

by Angela Michelle (899 followers)

James Monroe, aka the last cocked hat, was the fifth president of the United States. He had a greatimpact on our country, playing an integral part in the Louisiana Purchase.

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World's Youngest Serial Killers

by mr williams (593 followers)

Serial killers come in all shapes and sizes. These two individuals--Mary Bell and Jesse Pomeroyhappen to be children, murdering their victims without remorse or fear of consequences.

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The Rape Trade -- child prostitution

by lmmartin (1,033 followers)

Another FBI/local law enforcement agency initiative has recovered a number of child-victims of thesex trade. This time the media took notice. But some of the information given left me uneasy. Here'swhy.

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Shameless Promotion By The Save Jerusalem Campaign

by A M Werner (236 followers)

Dr. Mike Evans is a syndicated journalist who claims to be "Under Divine Appointment." He haswritten over thirty-books and is a New York Times Bestselling author. Mr. Evans...

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WHY DO WOMEN COMMIT CRIME?

by Jan Thompson (52 followers)

What role, if any, does gender play in explaining criminal behaviour? My writing of this hub has inpart been inspired by a conversation had with hubber JanieK13. I see this as one of a series - I amcharged enough to...

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Neoliberalism and the New World Order

by CJStone (849 followers)

Remember those old communist countries, where you could vote for anything you liked, as long as itwas communist? Here in Britain we can vote for anything we like as long as it's neoliberalism.

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European Union: Free Movement of Goods

by Marsden4 (22 followers)

This article deals with quantitative restrictions and measures equivalent to quantitative restrictions(MEQR) in the European Union's concept of Free Movement of Goods.

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The SS Californian: The Ship That Watched Titanic Sink.

by Jason Ponic (92 followers)

The SS Californian became Titanic's scapegoat when she ignored the doomed liner's distress calls

that fateful night. Only 5 miles from the sinking ship, she saw the rockets and did nothing.

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The Realities of Child Abuse and Neglect

by alisharenee (190 followers)

Have you ever considered how many children in your community have been or are being abused?Everyone should take time to educate themselves on abuse and neglect and how they can make adifference.

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The Things I Will Miss and Not Miss About Argentina Part II

by Jennifer Madison (233 followers)

Argentina has been marked by rising inflation, continuous blackouts, floodings, protests against thegovernments and strikes of public services. It has been getting harder for me living in Argentina andmy life quality...

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George Herbert Walker Bush - Prophet Of A New World Order.

by Wesman Todd Shaw (944 followers)

Born on June the twelfth day of 1924, George Herbert Walker Bush grew up to become the forty firstpresident of the United States of America. Before that, he was many things, and one of them was avery brave hero of the...

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Zombie Bath Salts Drug Latest News With Regular Updates

by billericky (268 followers)

Latest news for Zombie drug 'bath salts' that turns people into flesh eating Zombies. America andthe world brace for an onslaught of epic proportions as the undead begin to become a reality.

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The World's Oil Supplies: Total Resources Versus Reserves

by Lena Welch (255 followers)

Oil resources and reserves are two very different things. The media and politicians often toss thetwo terms about interchangeably. It is hard to critically analyze information about our oil situationwhen you do not...

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Bermuda Triangle Theories

by D Shannahan (60 followers)

Bermuda Triangle Theories: over 100 missing ships and airplanes, over 1000 people dead. Have alook at the strongest theories of the Bermuda Triangle and the weirdest experiences as to thedisappearances in the Bermuda...

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The 450 ship fleet

by junkseller (224 followers)

An alternative evolution of the US Navy that reduces large, expensive, man-power heavy carriers forsmaller and more flexible ships and group organizations. Sets a target of a 450 ship fleet.

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Why we will never see an Alien.

by mrwerd (39 followers)

Whether aliens are real or not has become a rhetorical question; rather, why are aliens still keptfrom the majority of mankind?

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Baby Snatcher - Women Who Steal Children

by CrimeTraveller (60 followers)

To steal another woman's child is an unthinkable act. From babies in hospitals to directly from thewomb, baby snatchers are a terrifying example of desperate women who will stop at nothing toobtain a child to...

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Stay Awesome White Folks

by texshelters (56 followers)

In this post, I ask where Obama put his missing son while I wage war against the war on Whites.

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Republicans are making the Middle East situations worse

by Trevor Wallace (13 followers)

Republicans sent a seditious letter to the administration in Iran, violating constitutional law andpossibly committing treason. Just to childishly undermine Obama. But that's not all they've done.

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A Simpleton's View on Saving the World

by Larry Rankin (129 followers)

The following is a satirical look at ending all the world's problems told through the eyes of a well-meaning redneck.

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Restaurant Fundraising Made Easy

by Tom Fattes (99 followers)

A restaurant fundraiser is easy to setup and run. The hardest part is energizing your group to makethe restaurant night a success. Here's some tips to help you in your quest.

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The Four Theories of Victimization

by LaineHarper (3 followers)

According to Jennifer Truman of the U.S. Department of Justice, "During 2010, U.S. residents age 12and older experienced an estimated 18.7 million violent and property crime victimizations (2011).While this rate...

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Eleven Most Violent Cities in America

by Kelley (1,130 followers)

This list suggests a list of the ten most violent cities in America. Various crime statistics by agenciessuch as the FBI as well as listings by media organizations were used to compile the list.

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Surviving Basic Military Training - Air Force

by nickshamrock (38 followers)

Preparing for BMT can be extremely nerve wracking. However, it's nothing to be scared of. You willcome out a better, stronger, and smarter person. Read more to learn about my experience.

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Arguments For and Against Gun Control

by Britney (20 followers)

The recent tragedy in Connecticut has the entire country chattering about gun control. tried my bestto show both sides, although every piece will have its bias. I do not necessarily agree with all of thearguments for...

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Why Does Iran Hate America?

by Thomas Swan (440 followers)

Why Does Iran Hate America? - The 1953 CIA coup that ousted a democratic government in Iran, thesubsequent Iranian revolution, and the Iran-Iraq War have generated hate towards America.

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The Influence of the United States Constitution and Its Origins

by Bill Holland (2,353 followers)

The greatest document ever written? That can be debated forever, but the test of time has proventhat the United States Constitution is, at the very least, one of the more important documents everwritten. Read about...

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The Truth about Being Black in America

by Rodric Johnson (174 followers)

The fact that African Americans are called African at all is an indication of the limited explanation ofthis group's history. The nationalities of Black American ancestors are a mystery for the greatmajority of the...

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Is the Illuminati Real? If So, Who Is a Part of the Illuminati?

by Kitty (1,673 followers)

Lately I've been doing a ton of reading on what would seem like a crazy conspiracy theory, TheIlluminati theory. I say what would seem like a crazy theory because I have found most of theevidence to be quite...

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GRAFTON JOBCORPS; A tale of horror.

by Holly (26 followers)

This article is based on my personal experiences within the Grafton Jobcorps. It is intended as aresource for normal people who are considering applying to Grafton Jobcorps Career Academy, sothat they can make an...

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Racial Discrimination: A Cause Of Police Brutality

by Grace Ventura (2 followers)

Police brutality occurs for a number of reasons: the most common is racial discrimination. 89% ofthe people who died in NYPD custody between the years 1990 and 1994 were African American orHispanic (Elisha,...

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The United States National Debt -- 233 years in the making

by lmmartin (1,033 followers)

A history of the United States National Debt, from 1788 to 2009, in text and pictures. Ponder thetrue foundations of this $12 trillion and growing debt, the changes in policy and values along theway, the personalities...

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There's a Chai Chee Prick in all of Us

by Blackilocks (5 followers)

Politeman is you, yes you. Look in the mirror before you point a finger. I'm not like that, you say.This is ridiculous, you say. Instead of berating him, ask what can you change to make it better?

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Affluenza - The plight of poor rich white folk

by Trevor Wallace (13 followers)

It's no secret the rich and powerful often buy themselves out of trouble. Their kids have been shownthat money can them out of paying for anything, even - as in the case of Ethan Couch - murder.

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The Ruth Pelke Story: How Her Grandson Forgave Her Killer

by Ronald E. Franklin (327 followers)

Bill Pelke, grandson of Ruth Pelke, viciously murdered by 15-year-old Paula Cooper, forgave herkiller and advocated against the teen's death sentence. Cooper was the youngest death row inmateever.

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How To Remove Leeches From Your Pond Without Chemicals

by Lisa Marie Gabriel (104 followers)

You see a fish swim past and it has a leech attached. What can you do to rid your pond of leecheswithout destroying other wildlife? This page shows you a trick that works to destroy leeches safely.

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21 Reasons Why Ronald Reagan Was a Terrible President

by jeff61b (71 followers)

In recent years, some people have worked very hard to rewrite the history of Ronald Reagan'spresidency. Objective historical facts seem to dispute the wishful thinking of President Reagan'sadmirers.

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The Tibet-China Conflict - Part 2: Why China wants Tibet

by Bob Zermop (80 followers)

This is part two in a series of hubs about the Tibet-China conflict. In this hub, we focus on thereasons and motivations behind the conflict, not just of China, but also of other countries that havehistorically wanted...

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How White People Became White!

by vveasey (123 followers)

The title of this hub may sound a little strange to you, especially if you're white! To you it's crazy!You've always been white! Hmmm...Maybe Not!

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What Should I Know about Mexico's Drug Cartels?

by Kelley (1,130 followers)

This article summarizes the history and misdeeds of the Mexican drug cartels. The scope of thisinternational problem is discussed as well, emphasizing its impact on the United States, perhaps theonly country powerful...

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The Victim Mentality of Black Americans

by Grace Marguerite Williams (477 followers)

Many Black Americans blame outside circumstances for their socioeconomic plight. They have thementality that the world owes them justice for past wrongs. They have inculcated their children tobe passive, not...

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Why Childfree Couples Should be Praised

by Grace Marguerite Williams (477 followers)

In this pronatalist culture, there is glorification in having children while there is often denigration innot having children. There are an increasing number of people who refuse to cave in to thepronatalist...

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Did War Really Make the Modern State?

by lazybum

Image couresty of Real Future Real Future The idea of the modern state that exists today neverattained fruition until the perhaps the 18th century. The modern state and its accompanyinginstruments, institutions and...

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Darlie Routier - Almost 20 Years in Prison

by Pollyannalana (1,029 followers)

Darlie Routier remains behind bars over a decade even after jurors that found her guilty said if theyhad seen the defense wounds on her arms they never would have found her guilty! Read what hermother has to say here...

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A "Tale" Of Camp Carroll-The DMZ-Vietnam

by Micky Dee (756 followers)

The story that I'm emphasizing here is of the Surrender of Camp Carroll. The "surrender" takesplace in 1972. Camp Carroll was a United States Marine Corps artillery base during the VietnamWar. It was...

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Unexploded Ordnance in Laos - UXO LAO

by dohn121 (1,324 followers)

A US-B1 Lancer dropping cluster bombs For over twenty years after the fall of Saigon in 1975, theUS had vehemently denied allegations that they spearheaded the most ruthless bombing campaignthe world had ever known. ...

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Problems with Temporary Assistance for Needy Families

by Flint L M (3 followers)

This is an academic article mixing the ideas and information from a number of articles and studiesfound in peer-reviewed journals. There are two things to understand before reading this article: The

article...

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Why I Choose to be a Submissive Wife

by Becki Rizzuti (766 followers)

Submission is a personal choice, though it is biblically mandated. This is my reasoning for choosingto submit to the authority of my husband.

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Human Exploitation - How The Dionne Quintuplets Were Abused

by Patty Inglish (6,690 followers)

The rights of individuals or groups of human beings have been denied through exploitation by othersthroughout time, but it is incredible the extent to which some abusers will go. The DionneQuintuplets suffered from...

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101 Ways to Fundraise

by heidishome (2 followers)

Fundraising is hard, but I have learned a few things along the way. Here's a creative and fun list ofways to raise funds the easiest way possible.

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10 Cool Uses for Pineapple Skins

by Rosetta Slone (49 followers)

From pot-pourri to sun tea and the most effective foot scrub ever, pineapple skins have someamazing uses. So don't throw them out! Next time you eat a pineapple, save the peels for these coolideas

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The Best Emergency Food Storage Supplies

by PatriciaJoy (37 followers)

Do you have a food preparedness plan for your family? The ins and outs of emergency food storageare briefly explained along with what supplies you'll need.

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Non-violence led to Dr. King's success

by Thomas Dowling (96 followers)

Martin Luther King, Jr's civil rights successes are a result of his non-violence policy. When policebeat King's peaceful followers this won over most white Americans, including President Kennedy.

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How to Choose a Reliable News Source

by ESPeck1919 (194 followers)

It's no secret there's bias in the mainstream media, but when you're hunting for a good news source,these are a few things to watch for.

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Patriot Guard and Patriot Guard Riders Honor Fallen Heroes

by jellygator (445 followers)

You don't have to ride a Harley to honor fallen veterans. The Patriot Guard and Patriot Guard ridersembrace patriotic volunteers who want to honor veterans. Here's the story of my first experience.

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Method of Madness-The Lebensborn Initiative

by Laura Tykarski (77 followers)

In 1935 the first Lebensborn home was established in Germany. In the pursuit of a perfect Nordicnation children were given to the state. The effects of these homes still resonate today.

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Why Americans Need More Guns (and Less Gun Control)

by Jmiller17 (254 followers)

America has a problem, a violence problem. these acts of terror are committed with or without agun. Facts show that law abiding gun owners deter crime. To keep America safe, we need moreguns, not more gun control

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Victimless Crimes

by jellygator (445 followers)

What is a victimless crime? Why should Americans be concerned? What does it cost us to legislatemorality?

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Edmund Burke: Society and Reason

by Allan Bogle (29 followers)

BURKE: THE PHILOSOPHICAL FOUNDER OF WESTERN CONSERVATISM Edmund Burke servedin the British House of Commons and was a member of the Whig party. He is considered to be thephilosophical founder of Anglo-American...

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Sydney Siege - The Drama

by MarieLB (29 followers)

Sydney is a vital , busy, city, but crimes of mass terror are just not on the radar. I should say "werenot". One disaffected muslim gunman changed all that in December 2014.

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Dear Mr. President - Time to Lead

by Joe Citizen (15 followers)

Dear President Obama, I did not vote for you in 2008 or 2012. Your 1st six years in office have beenmostly disappointing to me. However, I am not in the group of voters who hoped that you would fail.Because when you...

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My Reasons Why I Would Not Have Made a Successful Teacher

by Kenneth Avery (1,467 followers)

The days of the "school marm" are gone. Teachers today have to be tough, enduring, and willing totake a lot of bunk in order to make a difference. I can tell you here and now, I hate useless bunk.

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