Globalization: The Pros and Cons
Globalization, positive for many yet criticized just as often, is defined as a process of interaction among people, companies and governments of different nations.
Is the Federal Reserve Good for America?
How well has the Federal Reserve performed its role, and in today's world does the Fed matter as it once may have?
Ethics and Transparency as Antidotes to Financial Fraud (Re-Air)
Ethics, as defined by Merriam-Webster is "the discipline dealing with what is good and bad and with moral duty and obligation... the principles of conduct governing an individual or a group." Our experts, Marianne Jennings, [...]
Re-Air: Have Dodd-Frank and Other Regulations Been Effective
And the government is looking for ways to dismantle Dodd-Frank. President Trump has said Dodd-Frank rulings aren't working and are making legitimate investing activity more difficult than it should be...." These regulations enshrine too big to fail and encourage risky behavior."
The Platinum Rule: Communicating to Succeed
The Platinum Rule: Communicating to Succeed with special guest, Tony Alessandra, PhD, CSP, CPAE and author of The Platinum Rule. L to R: Dennis McCuistion, Niki McCuistion, & Tony Alessandra, PhD Whether it's to collaborate, [...]
U.S. and World Poverty: Incurable Problems?
Globally, World Bank projections suggest global poverty may have reached 9.6 percent of global population. Globally, 1.2 billion people live on less than $1.25 a day.
Are We Too Dumb for Democracy?
In today's polarized political world, the question, "Are We Too Dumb for Democracy?", is on point.
Self-Governing: How Much Governance Do We Need?
Can we be a self-governing nation when so many people are ignorant about civic issues? Are Americans too overwhelmed, throwing their hands up and thinking their voice does not matter?
Saving Lives Through Organ Transplants
A single donor can save as many as 8 lives through organ donation and help as many as 75 people through cornea and tissue donation.
Zika and West Nile: How Serious Are They?
West Nile virus (WNV) and Zika are infectious diseases which are primarily transmitted by infected mosquitoes. Zika can also be sexually transmitted. Contracting the Zika virus during pregnancy is becoming more problematic as it can cause congenital brain abnormalities in the fetus which we may not be aware of until the child is born.