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Category: Europe

Why are professors striking at universities across the United Kingdom?

Posted on March 7, 2018June 18, 2018 by Benjamin

As university finances dwindle and the trend toward martketization continues, strikes like these across the United Kingdom will likely continue and grow.

Health Care and Culture: Lessons from Denmark

Posted on February 28, 2018June 18, 2018 by Benjamin

If Denmark outperforms the U.S. in terms of access and costs, what is holding back widespread support for an American welfare state health care system?

David Cameron: the Brexit Loser?

Posted on January 30, 2017March 29, 2018 by Benjamin

Cameron arrived at Downing Street one of the youngest Prime Ministers in British history, full of hopeful promises that would pull Britain back from the brink of recessions. However, the bleakness of his legacy does not reflect the man who first came to power.

Sadiq Khan: A Beacon of Hope?

Posted on January 14, 2017March 31, 2018 by Benjamin

The Mayor of London has little widespread power, but his mere existence as a left-wing politician in a position of power is enough to bring hope in this ever hating world.

The Dalai Lama’s visit to Europe is more important than his Trump impression

Posted on October 13, 2016March 31, 2018 by Benjamin

The Dalai Lama should be commended for his mockery of Trump, but he and his hosts should also be recognized for their bravery in taking on the great red bully in addition to the great orange one.

Can it Be Justified? The European Debate Over the Burka

Posted on August 29, 2016March 31, 2017 by Benjamin

It is obvious that banning the Burka or Burkini is illogical, hurts religious freedom and does absolutely nothing to curb the spread of radical Islam as its advocates claim.

The National Health Service: Pride of Britain

Posted on August 24, 2016March 31, 2017 by Benjamin

Regardless of how the British government may be trying to underhandedly sell-off the NHS, it will be stopped because the people will fight it.

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