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Brazilian Social Customs & Holidays
Brazil is a vibrant, diverse country full of customs and holidays that mirror the vibrant spirit of the land. Portuguese is the language, and Catholicism is heavily rooted in Brazil, dating back to the 15th century when Iberian missionaries aimed to spread Christianity throughout the country. Brazi
More Than One Oil Spill Villain
BP's leaking oil well will spill more than five million barrels into the Gulf of Mexico. US citizens must be protected from similar, recurring disasters. A special emergency response agency is needed. Advanced containment domes and oil skimmers can save wetlands, estuaries and beaches when depl
Defense of the One Person One Vote Concept
Ever since the American concept of 'the people' electing those who would represent them, in a government made up of individuals from the collective referred to as 'the people,' with each of 'the people' having one vote, there have been those who would game the system to
The Right to Bear Arms VS The Right Not To Be Shot
The Second Amendment: A well-regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a Free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed. Militia - The trouble with the broad interpretation and wording of The Second Amendment is that gun nuts love to preach it like The
Conservatory Cleaning Tools
Keeping a conservatory clean may take some special tools.conservatory image by Hilma Anderson from Fotolia.comConservatories tend to look very nice when they're new, but they need a lot of upkeep to stay sparkling fresh and squeaky clean. In order to keep your conservatory clean and the...
How to Remove Rights in Robert's Rules of Order
Originally published in 1915 by Henry M. Robert, Robert's Rules of Order has served as the cornerstone of assembly and society regulation for almost 100 years. Robert's Rules of Order is specific concerning the process of removing a member's rights. Most assemblies or organizations should have a cop
Fire Crew $75 - No-Doc Domestic $23hr - Jobless Politicians a Dime a Dozen
In what sounds like a page out of Mad Magazine a fire company in Tennessee stood watching as Gene Cranick's house burned to the ground in Obion County. Cranick had not paid the $75.00 fee to the fire Department so the firefighters stood by and gawked as the family home went up in flames.
Obama's Strategy on Afghanistan
It is difficult, even impossible, to accept President Obama's "New strategy for Afghanistan and Pakistan" as described by him in a formal speech on March 27. It fails by imperial and non-imperial standards.
Prince Charles Thinks Vladimir Putin Is a Nazi - Does He Have a Point?
Prince Charles is Prince Charles reported to have likened the Russian Leader, Vladimir Putin to the Nazis. This has attracted some condemnation but also plenty of support, from both the left and right in British politics as, traditionally the Royals do not publicly comment on issues. However is he w
US Army Values Weapons Over Armor
US Army Values Weapons Over ArmorAugust 2nd, 2006 3:29PM California TimeIn this first article, titled: 'Inside Source Says US Military Supplying Defective Protective Gear' we learned that the United States Army was at the time providing inadequate and defective bullet-proofing materials to
What is an Ideology?
The fundamental concepts of an ideology, and the definitive source for its interpretations.It describes the four functions of an ideology and what the functions operate within an ideology.
A Wise Politician Won't Take Nationalist Rhetoric Too Far
Christopher Reeve is a traveller and a teacher with an interest in British history. He graduated from the University of Greenwich (M.A.) and then from Northumbria University (postgraduate studies). He worked at e.g. Goldsmiths College, University of London and University of Economics, Izmir, Turkey.
The Art of Reframing Political Debates
Framing a debate is a method of giving political thoughts a context or a lens through which to see the issues at stake. Each side of a debate will try to control how an issue is seen, as this is crucial to gaining credibility and the political support needed to pass legislation or advance an agenda.
Economic Strategies And Political Power Grabs: All Want Power, Few Get It
Corporate strategies and political strategies are similar in many ways and merge in many more as the ultimate goal is recognition for a contribution to economic growth as this is the one power tool that transcends all other contributors to power. The entity recognized for delivering on promises of j
Singh Expands Cabinet with Seven New Ministers
Manmohan Singh, India's Prime Minister, made seven new Ministers take oath of office last Sunday as part of a major cabinet reshuffle.The seven new Ministers include Jyotiraditya Scindia, the son of a former Party leader, and former chief election commissioner M S Gill. The rest of new Minister
Introduction to Anarchist Philosophy
An interesting and well rounded article on the fundamentals of Anarchism and Anarchist Philosophy. Details perceptions and viewpoints.
Will Texas Democrats Protect Your Right To Vote?
Your right to vote is a fundamental right.The importance of your vote can be gaged by the quotations below of two well-known Texas Democrats.
Corporate And National Responsibility Towards Pollution
Global warming is becoming a major concern of business leaders, families, politicians and just about everyone else. The remarkable growth in world population and national economies has fed into the environment lots of toxic gases that are beginning to change the environment in which we live. This en
The 'Proposed' Regulation Gambit
A crackdown on political speech comes in the form of proposed regulations. Don't expect the regs to be finalized anytime soon.
Government Budgets And Finances
Wouldn't it be nice if our politicians would actually come up with plans and solutions, rather than simply search for "photo ops" and opportunities to spout more empty rhetoric. Of course, every one would like to pay less or no taxes, get optimum services, and have everything done tha