Tag: Government
Apr. 8, 2016
Too divided to function
The city government is made up of several departments, each covering a separate area of work that needs to be done, which allows for flexibility.…

Feb. 26, 2016
A society that poisons its young
When during the Great Depression Franklin D. Roosevelt described a third of the population of the United States as ill-fed, ill-clothed and ill-housed, he didn’t…

Apr. 17, 2015
Human nature demands controlled government
Looking at history, it is evident that contemporary governments worldwide are becoming increasingly complex and pervasive. Under the guise of representing the constituency, politicians seek…

May. 23, 2014
Privacy and the paparazzi
I’m sure you’ve seen the shocking elevator security footage of Solange Knowles beating up Jay Z (Shawn Carter). Alright, maybe I’m not sure. If you…
May. 2, 2014
Don’t blame the government
In my last article, I warned about how the misjudgment of authority can lead to a disastrous result. After seeing concerning news of the South…
Nov. 5, 2013
Democracy dissuaded by system
For the past week, I have been fighting the City of Philadelphia. Angry emails, meetings with Drexel administrators, and idly threatening voicemails were the arms…
Feb. 1, 2013
How to save the USPS
The U.S. Postal Service raised the price of a first-class stamp Jan. 27 by a penny to a full 46 cents to increase revenues and…
Jan. 27, 2012
Voting: A time to be optimistic
Roger McCain Often we have to make decisions without knowing for certain what the results will be. Deciding for whom to vote, or whom…