Michigan State University Is Facing The Heat!
UNITED STATES—Last week we talked about fallen doctor and former Michigan State University gymnastics doctor, Larry Nassar. After nearly a week of hearing 150 plus victim impact statements, Nasser was sentenced to 40-175 years in prison. To be honest I would have sentenced the predator to 175 years minimum, but considering the judge was forced to do a minimum...
Not Working When You’re Off Is Not Easy!
UNITED STATES—For most Americans, when you’re off work, you do your best to avoid answering the phone, checking emails or doing anything that is work-related. Why? For most people, you won’t get paid, and what is the fun in that. However, for those who work from their home office, the job is that much harder if you ask me....
The Good, The Bad And Ugliness Of Capitalism
UNITED STATES—Capitalism, I know it’s a difficult word for many people to fully grasp, but how can I put this in the simplest terms: it’s all about making MONEY! Capitalism is at the forefront which drives much of the behavior for so many Americans in the economic universe. Business and the economy is run by private owners who look...
Federal Government Shuts Down Again?!
UNITED STATES—Here we go again. Yup that is likely what many Americans said to themselves when the federal government shut down at 11:59 p.m. on Friday, January 19. It took more than 3 days for Democrats and Republicans to barter a temporary deal to fund the federal government. The fact that we elected all of these constituents into office...
Trump Is Talking Too Much!
UNITED STATES—Here we go again. Gosh, I would love to go just one week where the conversation is not centered on Donald Trump and something stupid or controversial that he may or may not have said. I swear in my nearly 3 decades plus of living I can’t recall a president that has caused so much ire in the...
Your Pet is YOUR Responsibility!
UNITED STATES—Pets they are great companions, but I have to ask a question why do some people have pets? You might be asking me exactly where is that question coming from? It comes from someone who seems to always be babysitting and caring for someone else’s pets and I’ve reached my wits end. Why? Its one thing to expect...
The Gender Pay Gap In Hollywood
UNITED STATES—This has been an ongoing issue in Hollywood for nearly a century if not longer. For reasons I still cannot fathom, men are still being paid double, triple, quadruple and in some situations 15x the amount that their female counterparts make. I recall this conversation really hitting the fan a few years ago with actresses Patricia Arquette, Meryl...
Check Your Receipt Before Leaving The Supermarket
UNITED STATES—I was compelled to write about this topic because in the past 2 weeks it has happened to me more than once and I think it’s important the rest of America is aware as well. We all like to believe that we are not being overcharged when we shop at local retailers. I would argue that is true...
Why Are Some People So Prone To Laziness?
UNITED STATES—Genetics, it’s something that has far reaching impacts on one’s overall personality than one would like to think. However, when the child of a parent exhibits characteristics that are the exact opposite of the parents what accounts for that distinction. You might be wondering why I’m asking this question, it’s because I’m trying to pinpoint some of the...
Electronics Are Not Lasting Long America
UNITED STATES—How are your electronics working America? Are you happy with that TV that you purchased? What about that laptop or desktop computer? Any issues with your cell phone or tablet? Well I’ve seen a trend lately and I wanted to address it because it has taken a big hit to my wallet. I recall maybe 10 years ago,...