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State and national enforcement of the 18th Amendment were there but couldn’t keep up with the alcohol violations. Authorities were …Continue reading »

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In 1734, the British Parliament passed an act that banned alcoholic drinks, except beer, in the state of Georgia because …

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JosephC on February 21st, 2011

The federal minimum wage is $7.25 per hour [1]. The government says this helps workers and increases wealth. Is this really logical? Is the minimum wage a good idea? I believe not. I think having a minimum wage of 4 or 5 dollars may be a good idea but …

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JosephC on February 21st, 2011

The federal minimum wage is $7.25 per hour [1]. The government says this helps workers and increases wealth. Is this really logical? Is the minimum wage a good idea? I believe not. I think having a minimum wage of 4 or 5 dollars may be a good idea but …

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JosephC on February 14th, 2011

A few weeks ago a judge ruled the affordable care act or “Obamacare” unconstitutional. [1]  This has sparked up a debate about the constitution and how government should be run. After the judges decision the Democrats began to say things like ?…

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