October 2011
October 28th, 2011
Written by Janice S. Ellis... in Feature Stories, Latest News with 3 Comments
The economic downturn that has communities all across America in its grip seems to have no immediate end in sight because of forces here at home and those playing out on the global stage. But as we focus on issues at the national level, the plight of the most vulnerable, and those least prepared to weather sustained unemployment and all the negative conditions that go along with it, too often...
October 28th, 2011
Written by Rebecca Fortner in Common Ties That Bind, Latest News with 4 Comments
What is racism? The definition of racism is generally described as one’s belief that their race or ethnicity accounts for differences in character or ability, which makes them superior to others. Racism has become so ingrained in society because children began witnessing racial discrimination and prejudicial practices at an early age and it carries into adulthood.Racism abounds. Mostly everyone,...
October 28th, 2011
Written by Amy OLoughlin in "Sticky Wicket" Questions with 1 Comment
Dear Sticky Wicket,Why is there such a close relationship between Cuba and Venezuela? Is it because they are both under the rule of communist dictators?~Geopolitical Watcher from GeorgiaDear Geopolitical Watcher,Before answering, we must clarify the question. Cuba has been a totalitarian communist state since 1959 when Fidel Castro took power from Dictator Fulgencio Batista. Venezuela is a not a...
October 26th, 2011
Written by Jodie Blankenship in Eyes On The Enterprise, Latest News with 2 Comments
Social Security, the system millions of Americans have depended on for decades is in trouble. The implications are dire for the most needy among us — millions of minorities and ethnic groups on the lower rungs of the socio-economic ladder.Frank Bane, in the article, "Social Security History" indicates that the Social Security Act, enacted on August 14, 1935 as part of a plethora of New Deal...
October 24th, 2011
Written by Janice S. Ellis... in Cause and Civility, Latest News, Publisher's Note with 0 Comments
The leadership of the Republican Party, along with the current pool of candidates for President, makes it consistently clear that that their number one goal is to make President Barack Obama a one-term president. This persistent mantra began long before the current campaign season, long before the stalled and pernicious inaction on the President’s Jobs bill. Why? Why? And, why?The real question:...