Essays on Society and Social Issues

• Understanding a Critical Solution to the Abortion Issue

  It's disappointing how social and political issues get in the way of one's personal choices where politics and law should have no part.
  
  This article explains the need for proper education to help make an informed decision, and it provides a respectful solution to the challenges women face with their abortion rights.

• A Proposal for Government-Assisted Storm Floodplain Relocation

  Rebuilding in flood-prone areas creates more disruptions with ongoing natural disasters. This article explores relocation of entire communities rather than rebuilding after each storm. See how this approach can reduce economic burdens on society while improving lives.

• Growing Up as a Child of Holocaust Survivors

  My grandparents were killed in the Holocaust. That left a void in my life, and my father lived with the memory of losing his parents.
  
  Those who survived the Holocaust carried the burden of the experience throughout their entire lives. In this article, I discuss how it emotionally affected my parents and impacted my generation.

• Why Fake News in Journalism Is a Danger of Deception

  Fake news can manipulate beliefs and influence political and economic thinking. This article explores the dangers of deception in modern journalism and how to discern truth from misinformation.

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• The Unintended Consequences of Raising the Minimum Wage

  While raising the minimum wage aims to support low-wage workers, it can also create challenges for small businesses that struggle to generate enough revenue to cover higher salaries.
  
  This article explores how a federally mandated minimum wage increase could put small companies out of business. Click to read and understand the social impacts of an unreasonable rise in minimum wages.

• The End of Print Newspapers in the Internet Age

  Many print newspapers are struggling to compete with online publishing. The internet puts traditional print media at risk of becoming obsolete.
  
  This article reviews print newspapers' challenges and whether they are on the brink of demise.

• Health Care vs. Sick Care: What Is Best to Prevent Disease?

  This article explores the disparity between current healthcare management and the benefits of proactive disease prevention and control. While sick care focuses solely on treating illness, proper health care emphasizes disease prevention for improved wellness.
  
  In this article, I explain why shifting towards preventive care is essential for better health outcomes.