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Navigating the Gender Gap in Suicide Rates: The Changing Landscape of Masculinity

By Edward Franklin January 10, 2024Politics | Society

In a recent article titled WORLD HEALTH RANKINGS (World Life Expectancy 2024 https://www.worldlifeexpectancy.com/cause-of-death/suicide/by-country/), a startling revelation came to the forefront: the United States ranks 31st in the world in deaths…

The Border Within: Are We All Complicit in America’s Immigration Quandary?

By Edward Franklin January 8, 2024Politics | Society

Across America's sprawling landscape, a debate crackles like a desert wind: illegal immigration. Voices rise in anger, fear, and frustration, each side clutching their truths like parched throats clutching mirages.…

Does Good Outweigh Bad in the World? A Dive into Balance, Progress, and Open Source Serenity

By Edward Franklin January 7, 2024Random Thoughts | Theories

Does the sun's brilliance truly eclipse the moon's shadows? Does a flower's bloom negate the thorns' prick? These are the whispers of the eternal yin and yang, the dance of…

Transparency in Government Finance: Why the US Should Provide a Complete Financial Audit

By Edward Franklin January 6, 2024Politics | Society

Governments must lead by example in a world where transparency and accountability are valued. This blog explores the argument for the United States government, much like how it legally requires…

Exploring the Depths of Human Motivation: It Altruism a Real Thing?

By Edward Franklin November 4, 2023Philosophy | Religion

Altruism, the selfless concern for the well-being of others, is a noble and highly regarded virtue in society. We often witness acts of kindness, generosity, and sacrifice driven by a…

The Law of Cause and Effect: A Challenge to Free Will

By Edward Franklin October 31, 2023Philosophy | Religion

The concept of free will has been a subject of philosophical debate for centuries. Some argue that our choices are entirely our own, while others contend that the law of…

Rethinking Drug Legalization: A Path to a Safer Society

By Edward Franklin October 31, 2023Economics | Business

The debate over drug legalization has raged on for years, with passionate arguments on both sides. One perspective to consider is the potential benefits of legalizing all drugs. In this…

The Unintended Pitfalls of Congressional Term Limits: Trading Public Service for Self-Interest

By Edward Franklin October 28, 2023Politics | Society

The debate over congressional term limits has long been contentious. Advocates argue that term limits will bring fresh perspectives and ideas to the political arena, break the cycle of incumbency,…

The Paradox of Big Money in Politics: How It Neutralizes Extremism by Amplifying Division

By Edward Franklin October 27, 2023Politics | Society

In an era where big money dominates the political landscape, many worry about the influence of wealthy donors and corporations on public policy. Nevertheless, a lesser-discussed side effect of this…

The Government Budget is Not a Household Budget: Debunking a Common Fallacy

By Edward Franklin October 27, 2023Economics | Business

One of the most enduring metaphors in public discussions of government finance is the comparison between the federal and household budgets. The argument goes like this: "Just as households must…