883 articles on "government"

Government Buying and Selling on the Internet

In today's digital age, it has become increasingly common for governments to buy and sell goods and services online. Referred to as e-procurement, electronic procurement, or e-tendering, this practice has transformed the way government purchases and ...

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Kristallnacht: Prelude to Destruction (Book Review)

Most of us are familiar with the bleakness and the general connotation of Kristallnacht. It takes some courage, however, to face the poignant, agonizing, and tragic personal stories of the survivors of that "night of the broken glass." This book has...

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Where is our largest technological plan

Publishing Guidelines: You may publish my article in your newsletter, on your website or in your print publication provided you include the resource box at the end. Notification would be appreciated but is not required.Where is our largest technologi...

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In the Image of Our Political Inheritance

"Instrumental rationality," understood as the studies and techniques that support the rational/ economic planning of society, have their place: they guide, to a good and honest degree, the implementation of public policy; and, rightfully so. Particul...

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Addressing the Canadian Age of Sexual Consent

Canada's government is failing to protect our children from sexual predators. Under the Criminal Code of Canada it is currently not a criminal offence for an adult to engage in sexual activity with a person aged 14 years or older if the young pe...

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Tiny Oil Skimmers Can't Handle BP Disaster

It is quite likely that as much as 200 million gallons of crude oil will have gushed from the BP well before relief wells can stop the horror. Most of the leaked oil stays on the surface and will in due time reach the beaches of all five Gulf States...

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Military Widows Organization Valentine"s Day Fundraiser

Gold Star Wives of America, Inc. (GSW) is a national nonprofit organization of military widows (and widowers) that provides support, information on benefits and resources, and works to increase federal benefits for surviving spouses and children. GSW...

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Sen. Larry Craig (R-Idaho) Claims Wanta Allegations of Stolen Trillions "Erroneous"

The first U.S. Senator came forward with a written response to the Leo Wanta $4.5 trillion settlement, saying Wanta's claims are "erroneous" and the U.S. government has "always remained fiscally responsible" without engaging "in any sort of frau...

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A Lesson in Sustainability

Scientists are currently conducting a study on loblolly pines. The study utilizes a ring of carbon dioxide generators that surrounds patches of these trees. The purpose of the study is to determine the effect of an increase of CO2 in the air on these...

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The Problem of Poverty

The problem of poverty has persisted from the earliest days of humanity. Thousands of solutions have been proposed from socialism, welfare, charities, and aid - but the problem still rages on unabated. Many point to the environmental problems that ca...

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