The federal minimum wage is $7.25 an hour. Many states have implemented minimum wages that are higher than that. But, in most places around the country, the minimum wage is not enough to support a family’s basic needs. This is where the debate over implementing a “living wage” comes into play. The living wage, as the … Continue reading
If you were pursuing a degree in nursing, would you accept an offer of $8,530 in exchange for paying 14% of your income for 118 months after graduation? That is what Jario Sneider did. Often, students must make college decisions based on their financial circumstance. Masters and doctorate degrees are frequently ruled out due to … Continue reading
On Tuesday, the United States, Afghanistan, and the Taliban agreed to participate in peace talks in Doha, Qatar. But by Wednesday the Afghan government had pulled out of the talks and the American government remained confused and stung by the broken promise of discussion. The already rocky-road to peace represents what is to come, and how … Continue reading
Consumers in the modern age hold a precarious balance between privacy and technology. While there is an inherent tradeoff between the two, consumer privacy is increasingly threatened. Right now your cell phone is probably sitting right next to you with many downloaded applications. Do you know what information is being collected at this very moment … Continue reading
