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Vegetarianism to Help Fight Global Warming

submitted by Katherine Norman
discussion area: Environment

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Outstanding: 0

Possible: 0

No: 2

Solution:
Eating vegetarian drastically reduces the environmental footprint of an individual. However, it is clear that our culture will never become a vegetarian nation. Fortunately, while it is the best option, a complete abandonment of meat is not the only option. The United States must reduce their beef consumption. It is imperative and, I believe, fully realizable. When looking exclusively at the envi... more

Even the silent have a voice

submitted by Michelle Carpenter
discussion area: Civil Rights

RATINGS

Outstanding: 0

Possible: 1

No: 2

Solution:
My solution to the abortion epidemic is to require that a sonogram be done before an abortion take place. It is my belief that if this were to occure that the mother that is carrying the child will feel an overwhelming connection with the child and relise that he/she is alive and growing and that there are other options.

Student Apathy towards Education

submitted by O. Simmons
discussion area: Education

RATINGS

Outstanding: 0

Possible: 0

No: 0

Solution:
The Importance of College Counseling A number of studies have found that improving college counseling could have a significant impact on college access for low-income, rural, urban, first generation students, and students of color. Vulnerable low-income, first generation, and minority students facing social capital deficits are more reliant on counselors and teachers for college selection deci... more

United States Health Care:Not Enough "Bang For Your Buck&qu

submitted by Eleanor M. Smith, Administrator
discussion area: Health

RATINGS

Outstanding: 4

Possible: 2

No: 1

Solution:
The quality of healthcare could improve tenfold with proper training for upcoming doctors and nurses. Government grants and incentives for these people wishing to care for others. A campaign to make the medical field appealing to younger generations should be underway as the baby boomer generation reaches retirement age. The health system will become overloaded without the proper personnel and ... more

Sexual Abuse of US Children

submitted by Katherine Spears
discussion area: Social and Criminal Justice

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Outstanding: 0

Possible: 0

No: 1

Solution:
We must educate parents of the danger all around their children. They need to monitor the internet, know their childrens friends and the friend's parents. Emphasize the importance of being active in their child's life. Have responsible adults and mentors who talk to the children about whats going on in their lives. Someone who will believe them. Sexual offenders should not be allowed to move into... more

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