The quality of the air we breathe, the water that flows through our communities, and the forests and fields that define our landscapes are shaped by policies and regulations at every level of government. How should federal, state, and local authorities share responsibility?
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The Department of Defense and the Department of War
What difference does a name make? The name of a department might seem like a technicality, but it subtly shapes how we see ourselves as a nation, as in how we define strength, peace, and service. The debate also asks deeper questions about identity and intention: What do we believe power should protect, and whom does it serve?
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Education Reform – Part 2: From the Ground Up
After decades of debates about local control and federal involvement, the U.S. education system continues to balance the two competing priorities. What does this mean for students, policymakers, and people of faith?
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National Education Reform – Part 1
Who gets to decide what students learn? Should curriculum standards be national or state-led? What happens when local schools fall behind national averages? The balance between federal oversight and local control has already shaped the nation’s classrooms for generations. What does the future have in store for the next generation?
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Federal Transparency in the Modern Age
Government transparency is a promise that public institutions operate openly, decisions aren’t hidden, and power is held to sight rather than to speculation. In an age of increasing technological advancement and cyber warfare, what is the future of federal transparency?
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Federal Aid and Assistance Programs
Federal assistance programs are more than government policies as they can be lifelines during difficult seasons. What role does federal aid play in shaping the everyday lives of Americans, and how far does its reach truly extend?
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Keeping Government Authority in Check
While the Constitution created systems to limit centralized control, nothing can be immune to weakness or exploitation. Checks and balances require not only written rules but active participation from leaders, institutions, and the public it should protect.
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Who Governs and Why It Matters
There are many facets that go into running a nation. Like a business, it takes personnel, budgeting, planning, and many departments to manage a government. Have you ever wondered where government authority originated?
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Publicly Funded Education
The landscape of public education in the U.S. has undergone significant transformations since its inception. Understanding this helps provide insight into current challenges and opportunities within the system.
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Educating the Next Generation
Currently, the Department of Education’s primary responsibilities include administering federal funding to schools, enforcing educational laws, collecting and analyzing data, and ensuring equal access to quality education for all students. While its role is significant, it does not operate schools directly; rather, it supports state and local education agencies through grants and funding programs.
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