Ideological rebels seem to be at the forefront in U.S. party politics, displaying parties that appear to be on the verge of splitting. A split seemed highly likely in the Republican Party in 2016 when Trump managed to conquer all other candidates to run for President, even those candidates with more significant endorsements than his own. Trump was called “immoral”, “insane”, … [Read more...] about What Would Happen if the Democratic Party Split into Two?
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Looking at the Pros and Cons of 4 Day Work Weeks
Thoughts about four-day work weeks are not new.Despite tremendous results, including increased productivity and cost savings, not everyone is keen to embrace them.There are some drawbacks, and four-day work weeks do not work for all types of businesses. Predictions of shorter work weeks go back to the 1930s during the great depression. It was then when economist John Maynard … [Read more...] about Looking at the Pros and Cons of 4 Day Work Weeks
5 Reasons Why You Should Study Abroad If You Have the Privilege to Do So
Studying abroad does present some challenges, but for many young people, it is a huge opportunity to experience independence, grow academically, and gain important life skills. For students who have the privilege to be able to study abroad, there are some wonderful international educational opportunities. Studying abroad can be valuable in most fields of studies, but is … [Read more...] about 5 Reasons Why You Should Study Abroad If You Have the Privilege to Do So
Can the Pandemic Crash the Democratic System as We Know It?
The pandemic has put the performance of political leaders in the spotlight and opened a portal to restore peoples’ faith in the democratic system, but it still appears to be a system in crisis. The impact of the pandemic appears to have affected the condition of democracy worldwide. In a recent report by the research Institute freedom House, in 80 countries, including … [Read more...] about Can the Pandemic Crash the Democratic System as We Know It?
5 Signs of Racial Oppression in the Workplace
Not all signs of racism are blatant, and it is often present in the workplace in a subtle form. Racism is illegal in the U.S., and it violates Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Unfortunately, racial oppression, just like all forms of discrimination, cause anxiety and psychological distress, making it very difficult for victims to concentrate on the task at hand. … [Read more...] about 5 Signs of Racial Oppression in the Workplace