Questions for the Week of February 5th

Domestic

With two government shutdowns occurring within three weeks, what steps can the parties take to bring stability back to Washington?

Is the spending bill worth the price tag?

What priorities should money from the spending bill go towards?

 

International

Can the camaraderie shown between North and South Korea over the Winter Olympics translate into a more stable Korean Peninsula?

Does Rodrigo Londono, leader of guerrilla group FARC, have a chance to win the presidency of Columbia?

Was Saudi Arabia's recent crackdown on corruption at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel the right approach?

 

 

Questions for the Week of January 29th

Domestic

In light of rampant sexual abuse at the hands of a Team USA Gymnastics doctor, should Congress launch an investigation? 

As Pennsylvania becomes state number two requiring a redraw of state congressional districts to undo gerrymandering, what does this mean for Republican control of the legislature?  

Should there be tighter laws regulating America's technology giants?

Was President Trump's move to impose tariffs on imports of solar panels and washing machines the right move?

International

Is there cause for concern over the rise of populism in Europe?

What should Spain do to ease tensions in Catalonia?

Should Europe be concerned over talk of Italy giving up the euro?

 

 

Questions for the Week of January 22nd

Domestic

What actions can Republicans and Democrats take to avoid another federal government shutdown in February?

Is Facebook's decision to have users rank which news sources they trust the best thing for news consumers?

Was Trump's decision to withhold aid from Palestine the right action to help talks with Israel? 

What should a plan to help "DREAMers" include?

 

International

Given the backlash to news that New Zealand's Prime Minister is pregnant, what can be done to encourage more women to seek public office?

What factors are causing the global economy to be so strong?

Are Tunisians justified in their protests against the government?

 

 

 

 

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