Monthly Archives: April 2012
U.S. Health Care Law as Viewed in Europe
By: Daniel Nardini There are a number of things most Europeans do not understand about the United States. Three of these things are Americans’ love for guns and gun ownership,… Read more
The Swiss Army Knife
By: Daniel Nardini A few years ago, my aunt got me a Swiss Army knife. Ever since then I have kept it in my car just in case I might… Read more
Whole Family Gone to Mexico
By: Daniel Nardini Despite appeals, and U.S. President Barack Obama’s own words that only criminal undocumented would be the ones deported, Jaime Martinez—a person without a serious criminal record—was deported…. Read more
When Will We Ever Learn?
By: Daniel Nardini We were stuck in a war that drained our cash reserves, sent military morale to the breaking point, divided society, caused poverty to grow, and left America… Read more
Northern Mariana Islands: Immigrant Hell
By: Daniel Nardini The Northern Mariana Islands. With their beautiful palm trees, their sandy beaches, and their rich native heritage, no one would think of this collection of islands as… Read more
Fire It Up with New Grilling Favorites
Craving new grilling recipes? For a flavorful spin on warm-weather meals, think beyond standard steaks, burgers and veggies. Trying a versatile protein, like pulled pork, will revitalize standby menus and… Read more
Mayor Emanuel, CPS Announce New School Days
ayor Rahm Emanuel and Chicago Public Schools (CPS) CEO Jean-Claude Brizard announced that elementary schools will adopt a 7-hour day next year and high schools will adopt a 7.5 hour… Read more
Toyota y los Clubes de Niños y Niñas de América se asocian para combatir la Crisis de Deserción Escolar
Toyota y los Clubes de Niños y Niñas de América (BGCA) anunciaron una asociación nacional a través del establecimiento de una iniciativa de preparación para la universidad, la cual va… Read more
UIC recibe a reconocido Poeta y Activista Mexicano
La Universidad de Illinois en Chicago ofrecerá una conferencia pública por Javier Sicilia, poeta y activista mexicano galardonado, titulada “Cuando llega el Silencio sobre un Poeta – Emergencia Nacional en… Read more
Guevara Statue in Ireland
By: Daniel Nardini In an attempt to promote more tourism to the City of Galway, Ireland, the Galway council has passed a resolution to build a statue in honor of… Read more »