"The Dakota Access pipeline was opposed by Standing Rock Sioux Tribe and many other activists. Opponents argue that the pipeline has the potential to contaminate the water supply and destroy Native American burial sites. Proponents say that the pipeline is essential for the U.S. to...
"Currently, federal election law forbids political candidates from intentionally soliciting, or receiving funding from foreign entities under any circumstances. However, foreign nationals or entities can appoint lobbyists to meet with or donate directly to politicians to influence them to vote positively for any international interest. Those...
"The United States Electoral College is a group of electors authorized by the United States Constitution, created every four years for the sole intent of choosing the president and vice president of the United States. During the 2016 presidential election, Donald Trump lost the general election...
"Under the Federal Election Campaign Act, donations are subject to limits. It is important to note that a campaign is prohibited from engaging contributions that surpass the limits. However, there are multiple loopholes which political parties take advantage of and flout the policies. Proponents of such...
"Currently, 34 states have laws that require voters to show some form of identification in order to vote. Voters without a valid state ID can apply for no fee ID cards before elections. Proponents state that voting is a responsible act and an ID is necessary...
"The right of foreigners to vote in the United States has historically been a controversial issue. An alien, an immigrant or any non-citizen is considered as a foreigner. Federal law strictly prohibits noncitizens from voting in federal elections but eleven local governments, ten of them in...
"The gender pay gap is the ratio of female-to-male median or average yearly earnings among full-time, year-round workers. The average woman's unadjusted annual salary has been cited as 78% to 82% of that of the average men. Proponents believe that the gender pay gap proves discrimination...
"Paid family leave leads to partially or fully compensated absence from work for family caregiving needs, such as childbirth or severe illness of a family member. Although the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 grants eligible workers with a federal entitlement to an uncompensated...
"There is a growing debate in the United States about how significant the tax contribution of the rich should be and whether it should be increased. When economic times are tough, it makes sense to tax the wealthy as they can sustain tax increases. A...
"Employers are directed to pay workers the highest minimum wage as per federal, state, and local law. Since July 24, 2009, the federal government has dictated a general minimum wage of $7.25 per hour. As of January 2018, there were 29 states with a minimum...
"Some states in the United States of America have established or recommended legislation demanding drug testing of people applying for welfare. As of early 2017, 15 US states had legislated drug testing of welfare applicants or recipients. Proponents of such programs believe this will help with...
"The most significant benefit of the ACA is that it slows the rise of health care costs. It also covers treatment for mental health, addiction, and chronic diseases. Insurance companies could no longer refuse coverage for pre-existing conditions. However, the ACA taxed those who didn't purchase...
"18.1% of U.S adults endured an anxiety disorder such as posttraumatic stress disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and specific phobias. Among the 20.2 million adults in the U.S. who suffered a substance use disorder, 50.5%—10.2 million adults—had a co-occurring mental illness. The current budget has reduced funding for...
"Affordable Care Act or Obamacare is a United States federal statute which authorizes coverage for pre-existing conditions at no extra premium. Trump administration has allowed Association Health Plans under which companies can impose higher premiums or deny coverage based on medical history and pre-existing conditions. Those...
"The United States leads the world in innovative drug development, benefiting patients and caregivers around the globe by securing access to new cures and medicines for a range of diseases. Proponents of drug price regulation argue that Pharma corporations increase prices to profit while contributing decidedly...
"Single-payer healthcare is a practice where every citizen funds the government to implement core healthcare services for all citizens. The government can choose to provide the care themselves or can appoint a private healthcare provider to do so. In a single-payer system, every resident gets...
The administration is trying to implement “extreme vetting” of immigrants and foreign travelers, asserting that widespread vetting failures had allowed many terrorists to enter the United States. While it is being implemented, measures have been suggested to ban Muslim immigrants from entering the country temporarily. Those...
Building a wall along the southern border has been presented as a plausible solution for the growing concerns over illegal immigration. Those in favor say it can reduce illegal immigrant sneaking, lower down terrorism, drug trafficking, and related violent activities The proposal has been criticized for being...
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