The Sophomoric Side of the State of the Union
Whether given by a Republican or a Democrat, the State of the Union has a major flaw: the constant interruptions with applause. During...
Governor Mitt Romney and His Big Step for the Republican Party
Because of their stance on gay marriage, Republicans are branded as being homophobic and against all rights for homosexuals. Republicans...
The Need for Congressional Term Limits: Two is Enough!
Congressmen (men and women) and Senators should be limited to serving two terms. The Congressional Research Service states that, for the...
Campaign Finance Reform: Dollars Should not Dominate in a Democracy
One of the interesting trends in this year's Presidential campaign was the emphasis given to the amount of money each campaign had. ...
The Seleciton of the Pope: Bringing the World Together in Peace
Only a few events are able to bring the world together in peace and happiness. The typical events are the Olympics and the World Cup,...
Rescheduling the Super Bowl: In Need of Time to Digest
Ever since I was a kid, I have looked forward to the Super Bowl. However, I’ve always had one complaint about the game: its timing. I...
Safely in Their Seats: Suggestions to Improve Fan and Player Safety
Violence involving fans and players, as well as general dangers to each, is nothing new. This article provides a description of the most...
One Strike and You’re Out: Steroids and Changing the Rules of America’s Pastime
Author’s Note: This article was written in January 2014. This past season, Major League Baseball disciplined 13 players for steroids. ...
Adam Silver: A Commitment to Due Process
Although he faced extraordinary public opinion to act immediately, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver did the right thing by affording Donald...
Jabari Parker and the Complexities in Deciding to Enter the NBA Draft
I cannot imagine the pressure and difficulty that is involved with a decision to leave college and play professional basketball. For...