In a recent report on the status of the Franchising Industry, the Federal Trade Commission knowingly and falsely purported that its Franchise Disclosure Rules are cost effective. In fact; there is nothing inexpensive or cost-effective about the 190 to 230 pages of disclosures that franchisors must g

I was born, or rather cursed, with the reading gene. I feel compelled to read whatever crosses my path, usually several newspapers a day, plus publications about the law, and numerous magazines. I find the New York Times and the Wall Street Journal especially informative, but I'm not sure how N

The Home Owner's Refinancing Act was established to rescue single-family home owners from the streets after the depression hit the United State economy in the 1920s and 1930s.

Chicago is divided into wards, which are governed by alderman who serve on the city council. It is important to know the ward in which you live, because many city services -- such as street cleaning and waste removal -- are directed and announced by ward. It is also important to know your alderman i

I work as a voter registration volunteer and it horrifies me how often I hear people decline to register because they say, "My vote doesn't matter." In this article I talk about a Eureka Moment I had that helped me understand what REALLY holds many of these apparently cynical citizens

For anyone that has taken an interest in the political history of India, some Indira Gandhi trivia will be very important, as she is quite likely one of the most important people in the recent history of her country. A very interesting fact is that even though she shares a name with one of the other

Priority Mail is a service offered by the United States Postal Service. Letters and packages weighing up to 70 pounds may be sent by Priority Mail within the United States and are typically expected to arrive within a few business days. Priority Mail is a middle range-priced service that helps your

According to FairVote, 17 states have an open primary system for elections, including Georgia. In an open primary system, the voter does not need to register his political affiliation before voting. However, Georgia law states that, during a runoff election, voters must select the party ballot that

I believe that we measure the quality of society on how well it treats the least amongst us, the least healthy, and the least educated. You hear these awful opinion radio and TV shows tell you that the poor are the cancer of the world and they should not be able to have any handouts or help from gov

Should the United States of American build a fence along the US-Mexican Border to prevent illegal immigrants, drug dealers, gang members and illegal aliens from sneaking in? Some say we should and some major politicians too.

If you're looking for an exciting outing idea to enjoy with your friends and family, consider organizing a bus trip. This is an economical yet fun way to travel. Many people book bus trips to travel to casinos, amusement parks and major sporting or music events. Online booking websites make it easy

The limited but growing recognition of the possibility of intervention on humanitarian grounds is the first crack in the arguments used to support the principle of non-intervention. In addition, as more and more nations formally embrace democratic ideals, the first two factors listed above are losin

He's not "a" wise man, but The Wise Man, the man who saved the city in the day of trouble. Imagine: three thousand years ago. The city is no bigger than a few present-day street blocks.

In a primary election, voters select the candidates who will represent each political party in the upcoming general election. But not everyone is eligible to vote in a primary election. Here is what you need to know before you vote.

My life events are not unique. Just listen to the passion of the 2008 campaign as people struggle within the greatest country of modern times. Many have lost homes, retirement savings, jobs, and health benefits. They may lose more if their marriages or health do not survive the stress.

I'm not the type to vote for a candidate solely on the number of endorsers they have or their popularity. However with the number of endorsers this 2008 Presidential Campaign has, these endorsers cannot be ignored. Are you the kind who'll be swayed by an endorsement? Find out as we face of

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President Obama is in India in this month of November. The visit is significant, as it shows that for the first time the USA considers India an important player on the world scene. No US President has ever come to India during their first term and Obama is thus the first US President to visit India

It is obvious that there is absolutely no way that the opposition party is going to spare President George W. Bush on a single word of his State of the Union Speech.