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Why the American Adoption System Needs Reform

submitted by Thomas & Susan Coyle
discussion area: Society & Family

RATINGS

Outstanding: 5

Possible: 0

No: 0

Solution:
Having tried and failed to adopt a child from foster care we know firsthand what a nightmare trying to navigate the system is. We were willing, ready and able to provide a financially stable, loving home for some child out there waiting but eventually we gave up. The system made us give up simply because it was too much red tape for a couple that didn't need to adopt but just wanted to help a chil... more

Enlisting the aid of the homeless Population

submitted by Shane Liming
discussion area: Economics

RATINGS

Outstanding: 0

Possible: 1

No: 0

Solution:
Unemployment is rising and the homeless population is increasing. Government funding is tight and many local programs and jobs are being cut. I have a proposal that could benefit both local communities and the homeless population. My proposal is to enlist the help of homeless people in completing tasks such as landscaping, environmental clean-up, flagmen etc. I volunteer in a homeless shelter a... more

Even the silent have a voice

submitted by Denise Carpenter
discussion area: Civil Rights

RATINGS

Outstanding: 1

Possible: 0

No: 2

Solution:
For Teenagers, unexpected pregnancy can be a very scary thing. They fear turning to their parents, so they look to alternative measures on their own, and sadly many opt for abortion due to lack of knowledge for other options. Increased education is the answer. Middle schoolers are taught about sex, sexually transmitted diseases, and perhaps a bit on options for unexpected pregnancy, yet more ca... 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

Reading level of our youth continually deteriorating

submitted by Adeola Wulah
discussion area: Education

RATINGS

Outstanding: 2

Possible: 1

No: 0

Solution:
Many youths today are struggling with reading. Youth's are struggling with reading today because of laziness. Children who come from school nine times out of ten put the books down and watch t.v. until it's time for them to go bed. Some kids do not have guidance and just do whatever they want. Children who do this does not want to expand their mind and see where it takes them because they just wan... more

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