The FCC’s Digital Discrimination Vote: A Step Too Far?

In a world increasingly governed by digital connectivity, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has taken a bold step, one that might be too far-reaching. Their recent vote to implement new rules addressing 'digital discrimination' has stirred up a maelstrom of controversy. While the objective of ensuring equitable internet access is laudable, the execution raises serious…

ByPatrick MurphyNovember 15, 20230Comments

Immigration Policy

Coming to America: The State of Immigration

Immigration is a topic that America is very familiar with. It is ingrained in the history of our country and remains a heavily debated subject in politics, especially with the Presidential election coming up. Many Americans have a wide variety of views when it comes to how immigrants, both illegal and legal, and how they…

ByPatrick MurphyAugust 15, 20160Comments

Policy

The Affect Of Patriot Act Provisions On Your Privacy

On Oct. 26, 2001, Congress passed the USA Patriot Act, a controversial bill aimed at enhancing the United States’ ability to record, analyze and thwart terrorism before it occurs. Enacted just six weeks after the September 11 attacks, some argue that the bill was rushed into effect and potentially compromises many Americans’ constitutional rights. Others…

ByPatrick MurphyJune 5, 20150Comments

Economy Financial Policy

Military Spending By the Numbers: Should It Be Cut?

There is always a debate when it comes to the topic of military spending, and it is with good reason. The military is the third highest expenditure for total federal spending in the United States. Out of $3.9 trillion, the military uses $648 billion, which is 16.3% of all expenditures. The only areas that have…

ByadminMay 13, 20150Comments

Economy Policy

Minimum Wage: Good Intentions Or Bad Policy?

Since its creation in 1938, the federal minimum wage has been a highly debated topic. At its peak in 1968, workers earned $1.60 per hour (equivalent to $11.80 in 2015. The minimum wage has experienced increases and inflation-induced declines ever since. NCSL reports that the current federal minimum wage is set at $7.25, but have decided…

ByadminApril 20, 20150Comments

Policy Uncategorized

CBO Projects Affordable Care Act Will Cost Less, But Many Still Disapprove

Congressional Budget Office Projects Affordable Care Act Will Cost Less, But Many Still Disapprove As we celebrate the five-year anniversary of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), also known as “Obamacare,” the law still remains unpopular with the public. According to a poll taken by the Pew Research Institute, 53% of Americans currently disapprove of the…

ByadminApril 6, 20150Comments

Policy

The FCC’s Digital Discrimination Vote: A Step Too Far?

Coming to America: The State of Immigration

The Affect Of Patriot Act Provisions On Your Privacy

Military Spending By the Numbers: Should It Be Cut?

Minimum Wage: Good Intentions Or Bad Policy?

CBO Projects Affordable Care Act Will Cost Less, But Many Still Disapprove

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