Public distrust in government continues throughout Obama administration
The American public is bombarded every day with news about how we are all screwed. All we hear is that our politicians can't work together,… Read more »
Writer archives: Ben Klein
WikiLeaks serves as evidence of Internet security issues
WikiLeaks began releasing over 250,000 confidential American foreign relations cables on Nov. 28. Over 15,000 of the cables released are classified as secret. The release… Read more »
Earmark removal increases transparency but provides poor solution for deficit
Earmarks have long been used to secretly allocate money for specific projects, often in a congressman's home state or district. The public typically has no… Read more »
Obama's ideal tax legislation no longer possible
With the frantic election season finally concluded, President Barack Obama and Congress face the pressing issue of what to do with the expiring former President… Read more »
Political attack ads increase mistrust in government, decrease voter confidence
With midterm elections just six days away, our televisions have been bombarded by political attack advertisements. These ads do not discuss a candidate's positive attributes… Read more »
Obama's 2-year mark : Passing of health care bill, positive first step in creating coverage plan
With the passing of health care reform on March 23, 30 million Americans who were previously uninsured will now be given health care. After months… Read more »
Partisan politics delay repeal of 'don't ask, don't tell,' limiting social progress
The repeal of the military's 'don't ask, don't tell' policy has become a political hot topic in recent months. In his first State of the… Read more »
Proposition 19 next logical step for California
In November, California residents will have the opportunity to vote on Proposition 19, the legalization of recreational marijuana use. It's surprising that such an initiative… Read more »
'Rally to Restore Sanity' combines politics, comedy
On Oct. 30, thousands of Americans will flock to our nation's capital to attend a joint rally held by Jon Stewart and Stephen Colbert. Stewart's… Read more »
Tea Party's success creates additonal obstacle to cohesiveness in Washington
For over 150 years, a Democrat or Republican has won every presidential election. Sure, there have been third parties that have influenced elections and gained… Read more »
War in Afghanistan lacks media attention
With 65 deaths, July officially became the deadliest month for American soldiers in Afghanistan. Nine years into the war in Afghanistan, American casualties continue to… Read more »
