economies worldwide. After President trump winner, then many movements are rising. One of them is “Calexit” which makes about 1/3 of Californian want California break away from the United States. According to the LA Times newspaper, 'Calexit' would be a disaster for progressive values by Conor Friedersdorf, the writer states, “Californians are better educated, wealthier, more liberal, and value healthcare and education more than the rest of the country.” Based on that, more Californian want to…
United States of America, many often think, freedom, opportunity and the pursuit of happiness. What is it that makes a Nation truly happy as a whole? Does it consist of a strong Government? Does it consist of happy people? America was once ranked #17 on what is called, The World 's Happiest Report. In the book, "Geography of Bliss" by: Eric Weiner, the author travels to different parts of the World, whom are considered to be happier, to discover their key to happiness. Although The United States…
unincorporated territory of the United States, which according to the U.S. Supreme Court's Insular Cases is "a territory appurtenant and belonging to the United States, but not a part of the United States within the revenue clauses of the Constitution." This condition is known as Commonwealth, or, in spanish, Estado Libre Asociado (Associated Free State). The basic question regarding this issue is whether Puerto Rico should remain a U.S. territory, become a U.S. state or become an independent…
What was the Significance of the Lone Star Republic? Texas is one of the two states to be an independant country. For nearly a decade, Texas was a lone star republic, officially named the Republic of Texas. This all started in 1821, when mexico became independent from spain, with Mexico controlling Texas. When Mexico banned slaves, Texas felt, Which started a big war between them. The Lone Star Republic was significant becau Texas pursued independance all because of how Mexico treated them.…
common debated topic for almost 90 years. In 1993 the signing of the 21st amendment allowed states to choose their own MLDA. But “In 1984, President Ronald Reagan signed the National Minimum Drinking Age Act” which legally set the minimum age of buying or consuming alcohol to 21.”(Opposing ViewPoints). By convincing the United State’s Congress to lower the MLDA people will become more responsible, the U.S. will save a huge amount of money and there won’t be sence of choice and freedom taken away…
experience in the past but I think the one that really is the most important one is when I first came to U.S. It was in 2009 when I first came to the land of opportunities USA. My dad always wanted to come to U.S. He thought that there is a money tree in the U.S. He had always seen that whoever came to U.S got rich, but you can never be sure until you experience it yourself. So, he had applied for U.S visa way back when he was young. Then, when he got married to my mom and had me, he applied…
Aerial Vehicles (UAV) by the United States in recent years has led to much debate. The U.S. has used these assets extensively during its involvement in the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, as well as against terrorist organizations in Pakistan, Yemen, and other regions throughout the world. The unmanned capability of these aircraft combined with precision weaponry has proven to be a highly effective asset to strike at terrorists, all while minimizing risk for U.S. personnel. However, opposition…
Puerto Rico’s Culture Hola! The culture of Puerto Rico attracts me because my mom is Puerto Rican. The capitol of Puerto Rico is San Juan. The city of San Juan is the perfect place to experience true Puerto Rican culture. Puerto Rico has similar sports to America. Although we are Puerto Rican, we don’t always practice the country’s cultural norms. I would love to visit and learn more about the Puerto Rican culture. Puerto Rico has many facts for such a small island. Puerto Rico’s is…
Introduction: California is a golden, magical state! The “Golden State” is its nickname because it comes from the California Gold Rush and the state flower, the golden poppy. When you think of California, you think giant redwood trees, the golden gate bridge, Hollywood, sandy beaches, businesses, and best of all, gold. Many famous people come from California, like our former president Richard Nixon and the first female astronaut Dr. Sally Ride. California is even the birthplace of one of the…
As the United States produced in domination, so did her thoughts of expansion. The external states were commencing to move out of their landmasses and pursue earth in supplementary countries. The United States quickly followed. They pursued in their founder’s footsteps and endeavored to inhabit fields in the distant seas. Though, in the commencing, this demand for extra earth was shouted Manifest Destiny. This believed asserted that Deity was compelling them to inhabit the new western lands. The…