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How to Use Robert's Rules of Order
Robert's Rules of Order is a procedure written by Henry Martyn Robert, who was a U.S. Army engineering officer. When asked to preside over a meeting, Robert realized that there was no international standard of conduct with which to rule. As a result, he studied parliamentary law and wrote Robert's R
How do I Find a Doctor Who Went to Harvard?
It comes as no surprise that a conscientious health-care shopper would want to locate Harvard Medical School graduates who work in his region. Ranked as the No. 1 research medical school by U.S. News and World Report in 2010 and in the Top 20 for training primary care physicians, Harvard boasts a re
Did So Many Join In The English Riots Because Of A Consummeristic Acquisitive Culture?
Many people have been shocked, frightened and angry at the breakdown of law and order that has caused great damage in some of the larger cities across England; violence against unarmed police, arson and destructive behaviour together with widespread looting and mugging which terrorised shopkeepers a
An Overpowering Force Lurking Behind the G20: The G4!
Article revealing an overpowering force lurking behind the G20: The G4! (a deadly gang of thought-bullies) - the biggest threat to this world. Without knowing oneself, and the courage of global leaders to face the G4, the world is heading towards the wall.
Lessons From Jazzfest:Five Strategies For Effective Advocacy
The New Orleans JazzFest and effective advocacy have more in common than you might think. This article offers insights into navigating any music festival or advocacy campaign. Topics include strategizing, building coalitions and developing themes.
Lame Excuses For The Wealthy Entitlements
As I know you are aware, our society is on the verge of giant social transformation at this time. The precursors we see to this, regarding the inequitable distribution of wealth and tax burdens in our country, are seen on a daily basis in the streets and on capital hill. This is an epic dynamic that
How to Write a Letter to Get Your Point Heard
If you have an issue you are passionate about, or you have something you want to sell, writing a letter is one way to get the information to others. The reality is the same tools that work in an argument over logic and politics work in advertising, or in trying to get a family member to see somethin
Political Awareness 101 - The Class Almost Half Of America Flunked
How many Americans know what is really going on in the Middle East? Perhaps Americans are working and playing too hard to get the true picture. What is brewing there comes with no promise to remain over there. Global conflicts don't remain over there anymore in our shrinking world.
Congress Health Care Reform - Another Endless Debate?
Now with the flurry of excitement of the health care bill being passed has settled where does the Congress health care reform issues stand now? It would seem that part of the major debate is that the public is not in favor of the proposed health bills.
Cities in America Where Spanish Is Spoken
Hispanics and Latinos are a critical segment of the nation's diverse socioeconomic and cultural landscape. Therefore, it can be said that the United States has several regions in which Spanish is the second most widely spoken language at home next to English. But, according to the most recent U.S. C
The U.S. Department of Justice vs. the Realty Industry, and Its Effect on Consumers
From the National Association of Realtors' Virtual Office Website policy, to laws and regulations in individual states across the country, the U.S. Department of Justice has been fighting since 2003 what it believes are illegal practices by the U.S. realty industry that harm the American consum
Is Bush Evil Or Just A Miserable Failure As A Leader?
So, here's a question for Republicans - is Bush an honest and sincere President who just happens to have no leadership or communications skills or an evil human being who deliberately tries to confuse the American public about war?
State of Alaska Standard Specifications for Highway Construction
Highway construction is one of the most significant responsibilities of each state. In Alaska, contractors who are hired to build highways must follow a number of specifications in bidding for and doing this work. While a contract is signed between the State of Alaska and the contractor,...
Challenges of Urban Settlement
Urban settlements face challenges due to population growth.urban image by UBE from Fotolia.comAccording to the John Hopkins Institute, 1 million people move into urban areas every week. Developing countries struggle to provide adequate living standards to this rapid population growth...
The Government Is Snooping Into The Personal Information Of Private Citizens
Recently, it has been coming out that our government has been snooping into the personal data and information of private citizens. This isn't just a recent incident that has been uncovered either. This type of behavior by our government has been going on for a very long time. The difference now
Free Market, The Path to Heroin, and Non-Recovery
I'm here to ask a legitimate question involving the ever-increasing amount of pain pill prescriptions and heroin overdoses in this country. I want to tell you basics of my story, the crooked system that promotes addiction, and what we don't do and why, and also what we could & can do. You
Difference Between a Statement & a Sentence
Statements and sentences are often interrelated and critical elements of communication. However, they are also quite distinct in application and usage. Statements are generally more formal declarations that are delivered verbally or in written form. Though sentences can be given verbally, a sentence
Definition of Presidential Succession
Since the founding of the United States, there has been a system in place in case the President dies, resigns or is otherwise removed from office. And while that system has changed a few times, the idea behind it has not.
Is Graham Crackers?
Is Sen. Lindsey Graham (R) South Carolina crackers over the generals in Iraq?He seems to be going ga-ga over Gen. Petraeus, who does the bidding of King George. Bush that is.
Economic Sleight of Hand
America, called to create a new world order by the leaders of many other countries is now leading the effort. The average American has no idea what this would mean to his or her current life style. The average American is lost in a consortium of illegitimate political debate while the rug is pulled