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Today's Question Blog

What do you think of the Wall Street protests?

The “Occupy Wall Street” protests in New York have inspired similar demonstrations across the country. One such event is reportedly planned for downtown Minneapolis this Friday. Today’s Question: What do you think of the Wall Street protests?
by Eric Ringham

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Will new fees for the use of debit cards prompt you to change your banking habits?

Because of new limits on the fees banks can charge merchants, several large banks are about to start charging customers a monthly fee for using their debit cards. Today’s Question: Will new fees for the use of debit cards prompt you to change your banking habits?
by Eric Ringham

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What circumstances justify the use of military force against an individual?

Civil libertarians are objecting to the U.S. missile attack Friday that killed Anwar al-Awlaki, an American citizen who is believed to have played an important role in Al-Qaida. Authorities believed Al-Awlaki had gone from a propaganda role to being increasingly involved in armed operations for the terrorist group. Last year, the Obama administration added Al-Awlaki…
by Eric Ringham

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What do you think of SlutWalk?

Hundreds of people have signed up for SlutWalk Minneapolis, a march to protest the view that women bring sexual assault upon themselves. Some critics think the march and its name work against women’s interests. Today’s Question: What do you think of SlutWalk?
by Eric Ringham

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Should the United States start allowing women to serve in all combat roles?

Australia has announced that women will soon be able to serve in combat with the infantry, in the special forces and in other front-line positions. Today’s Question: Should the United States start allowing women to serve in all combat roles?
by Eric Ringham

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Are limitations on clergy political speech a good thing?

Faith has always been a powerful force in American politics. But clergy who preach politics from the pulpit could endanger the tax exempt status of their organizations. Today’s Question: Are limitations on clergy political speech a good thing?
by Eric Ringham

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How much is the American political system to blame for the struggling economy?

The U.S. economy has seemed to lurch from one crisis to another in recent months. At the same time, the White House and Congress have been locked in a perpetual political struggle. Today’s Question: How much is the American political system to blame for the struggling economy?
by Eric Ringham

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Should the United States reduce subsidies to farmers?

President Obama has proposed cutting farm subsidies by tens of billions of dollars over the next decade. Some farmers say the subsidies are necessary to reduce the risk of their business. Today’s Question: Should the United States reduce subsidies to farmers?
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Is using Cheech and Chong to promote brownies genius, folly or something else?

General Mills has hired the stoner comedy duo Cheech and Chong to help promote a line of brownies. A video invites viewers to “get high … on fiber.” Today’s Question: Is using Cheech and Chong to promote brownies genius, folly or something else?
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