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This article examines the increased security, and subsequent loss of citizens' privacy, that has occurred over the years after 9/11. While many support increased security if it is making our country safer, they also seem to feel that some of these measures are invasive and do not protect us more at all.

This is an example of statistics based fact that suggests an increase in education among women actually effects the mortality rate in children under the age of 5. Substantial educational improvement in women was also shown to not only improve health but also the status and roles of women in society.

This is an example of statistics based fact that suggests an increase in education among women actually effects the mortality rate in children under the age of 5. Substantial educational improvement in women was also shown to not only improve health but also the status and roles of women in society.

This article dives into the issue if income quality has decreased, as well as its level of importance. It points out that the government should pursue a proactive agenda to increase employment and earnings among working households. It targets the idea of focusing on increasing employment opportunities versus income equality.

This article lists 10 reasons as to why GMOs are causing problems and should be avoided. These reasons range from the rising health issues in America, the effects GMO crops are having on the environment, as well as the biotechnology push the government is giving to the FDA, resulting in a blind eye being turned towards the testing and safety of GMO products.

I liked this article, it gave me some insight into GMO's that I didn't have before. Thanks for posting:)

GMO's are very unhealthy to a human beings diet. Numerous health problems increased after GMO's were introduced in 1996. The percentage of American's with three or more chronic illnesses increased from seven percent to thirteen percent in nine years. GMO's will be used for the rest of our lives.

The article talks about how climate change is affecting the biodiversity all over the planet. It also explains that the oceans carbon dioxide is increasing due to the amount of carbon dioxide in the air. Their is also an increase of the ocean that is uninhabitable to marine life.

This is a good article because it talks about how climate change is causing so many issues in our ecosystem and the oceans.

Offers a study about how deployment to combat zones increases the divorce rate. The longer and more often a military service member is deployed, the higher the risk of a divorce. Female military members are at a higher risk. Couples with children facing a lower risk of divorce.

Abortion rates rise due to failed contraceptives and result in unwanted pregnancies. Individuals who chose to use contraceptives usually have more sex, so when they fail abortions are a choice they go with to get rid of the unwanted pregnancies.

Stretched ears, tattoos, and the legal rights people have. Good article describing worker's rights and the rights of companies to set rules and standards for their dress codes.

Tattoos and piercings are becoming more accepted as a form of art and expression. Tattoos can't be used as a reason to fire you, but they can be used as a reason not to hire you. The number of jobs where people don't have to cover tattoos are increasing, while some hiring managers still turn their nose at tattoos.

Tattoos and piercings are becoming more accepted as a form of art and expression. Tattoos can't be used as a reason to fire you, but they can be used as a reason not to hire you. The number of jobs where people don't have to cover tattoos are increasing, while some hiring managers still turn their nose at tattoos.

Big pharma companies have taken advantage of everyday Americans in need of their daily support during the chaotic times we live in. Many of the drugs used each day to help patients fighting Covid-19 have drastically gone up in price since the first case appeared in america. With these prices changes many Americans may not be able to get the proper help needed to get better, and as such may extend the time needed for us to fight off the virus as a whole.

It is crazy to think that companies would prioritize profits over the help of the people. I understand the demand; however, it shouldn't be the only reason for the increase in price.

When I read this article I thought to myself wow this is insane but to actually think about it, why? why is it so important to profit from something everyone in this world needs

The EPA regulation on agriculture prices increase the production of food, fiber, and fuel. There are some regulations that are not proven to benefit the human health.

The amount of children being put on harsh drugs has drastically increased over the years. Many believe that children have become the new target for the drug companies.

A new regulation is preventing children to play freeze tag because bureaucrats decided it was too dangerous. The health departement, after a Law of 2009, made a list of all risky recreational activities.

The Pdf that is placed by the ABI states that when taxes are increased jobs in the hospitality industry are lost. Raising the taxes is not efficient way to raise money. Over 40% of the price of alcohol is tax! This is not a proven deterrent

In 1998 the individual soda intake was at its highest, averaging a surprising 56.1 gallons. Six years later in 2004, carbonated soft drinks had a 7 percent decline in individual consumption. In addition, replacing regular soda with diet soda helped decrease the intake of caloric beverages an impressive 12 percent. Health problems like obesity and being overweight result from the lack of nutrients in these beverages. The widespread issues are due to high rise consumption rates of these carbonated soft drinks. Liquid candy is statistically proven to be a prime factor for excessive weight increase. A problem for our population following the increase is the Type 2 diabetes. These health issues can lead to long term illnesses and sometimes life threatening diseases such as heart attacks, strokes and cancer.

An anti-gay law is shot down by Minnesota lawmaker districts as only 45 percent of people in the state are against gay and lesbian rights.

In his January 2014 State of the Union address, President Obama called for a new federal minimum wage of $10.10 an hour. The year before, in the same speech, he proposed a $9 minimum wage. This article addresses the different reasons to increase and the issues with increasing the minimum wage. it discusses how it has changed over the years and states that the original minimum wage was 25 cents an hour back in 1938. There are quite a few interesting stats in this article.

I definitely that Obamas move to raise the minimum wage has caused more problems than it has done good. It's only created a sense of working less, doing less for more pay. People don't want to work hard, get an education, or persue a career goal in order to make money. It's seems more common that people just want what's easy and what gives them the most for their own selfish desires.

Mental health is at a total decline, many high school and college students meet the standard for depression and an anxiety disorder. Studies were done and they showed a dramatic increase in mental illness over the last five decades. The increase in mental illness surprisingly had nothing to do with realistic dangers such as war. Anxiety and depression often correlate with a sense or lack of control

This article focuses on the price increase of the EpiPen. For many people, they need this product in their home, as it is for allergic reactions. It interesting because the EpiPen is not the first medical/pharmaceutical product that has had the price increased significantly. This is a dilemma for many families.

EMS and fire fighters deserve an increased pay. They put their life on the line to save others. Mentally these jobs can be exhausting and take a toll on their bodies.

A heavily debated topic is in regard to the use of sugar substitutes such as aspartame and sucralose. Common brands are Splenda, NutraSweet, and etc. Research has shown that these "healthy, weight loss" sugar-free substitutes are unsafe and are causing more harm then good. This article specifically talks about how children's drinks are being targeted, and currently contain more of these sweeteners, such as aspartame, and increased by 200% during the study period. This is not only affecting children, as there has been a 54% increase of artificial sweeteners in adult foods and beverages as well.