An Election From Abroad
2012 marked the first time I was able to vote in a presidential election. I was so excited to be a part of the voting community. Voting is a big deal, and I was excited to officially make a difference … Continue reading
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Just Before the End
Who will be America’s future? In less than 48 hours we — the American people — will finally know. After a long, grueling campaign that has perhaps seen more of its share of bickering and indecisiveness, the United States of … Continue reading
Sarah Palin: Politician, Reality-TV Star, Fitness Expert?
Yes, you read that correctly. Word on the street is that former Alaskan governor and infamous ex-VP nominee Sarah Palin is writing her own fitness book. Maybe this won’t come as a surprise to those of you who have noticed … Continue reading
On Cultural Awareness and Patriotism
Patriotism. Nationalism. Cultural identity. These are words and phrases that are becoming ever more frequent in the news and online, stirring conversation and controversy. Photo Credit Patriotism is “love for or devotion to one’s country.” Waving American flags during the … Continue reading
The Ascension of Kim Jung-un – A Changing North Korea?
Photo Credit Ever since the decline of its economy in the late ’60s, North Korea has always been a volatile presence in East Asia, its history marked by hostility toward its eastern and southern neighbors and a parasitic partnership with … Continue reading