Jeremy has been an Internet based writer for the past seven years.
Jeremy Taylor
Does America Need a Third Major Political Party? — Survey of the Day
Not since the days of Ross Perot has a third party candidate received enough support to be included in the presidential debates. But does America suffer from its lack of a third major political party?
Are You Lower, Middle or Upper Class? — Survey of the Day
There has been much discussion and debate about how much damage the great recession did to the middle class. According to a new survey from the Pew Research Center it has certainly affected at least the way Americans view their financial standing...
What Type of School Provides Kids with the Best Education? — Survey of the Day
Every child in the United States is entitled to a free public school education. However, according to a new survey from Gallup of 1012 adults, public schools rate lowest among all the education options children have.
Teen With No Arms Sinks Half Court Basketball Shot
One would think basketball would pose particular challenges for Ryan Leonard, since he was born without any arms. It turns out — as you can see in this video — that Leonard has no problem hitting a difficult half court shot.
Study Finds Parents Can Allow Babies to Cry at Night
Babies can be exhausting enough during the day, but when they cry throughout the night the so-called bundles of joy can leave their parents cranky and depressed.
Kids May Be Short If Their Mothers Suffer from This Condition
According to a new study published in the medical journal Pediatrics mothers who suffer depression after pregnancy are more likely to have short kids.
Should Teachers Be Allowed to Strike? — Survey of the Day
Chicago is in the midst of teacher strike that is affecting roughly 350,000 students.
There is some debate over whether the strike is permitted under Illinois law since the unions' list of grievances extends beyond pay and benefits -- which are the only issues they have the legal right to strike over.
Research Finds That Life Is Just Plain Better If You Graduate from College — Here’s Why
It is a given that college graduates make more money. In fact, according to a new OECD study the average college graduate in America earns over $20,000 a year more than their counterparts without a degree, making the United States one of the best countries in the world to have completed college.
But it turns out there are even more benefits to college.
The Kids of ‘Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory’ Then and Now
In 'Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory,' the film adaptation of the classic Roald Dahl children's novel 'Charlie & The Chocolate Factory,' five kids win a "Golden Ticket" that allows them to tour Willy Wonka's wondrous chocolate factory.
The five young actors who played the Golden Ticket winners each turned in memorable performances as the proverbial kids in the candy store. Non
Gay College Football Player Kicked Off Team After Kissing Boyfriend — Is It Fair?
Jamie Kuntz, a freshman linebacker, wasn't able to play in North Dakota State College of Sciences first football game of the year because of a concussion. Instead the 18-year-old watched the game from the press box, and it was there where Kuntz, who is gay, shared a kiss with his boyfriend.
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Working Overtime Can Actually Kill You, So Feel Free to Call in Sick
When you work more than eight hours a day you begin to suffer from frustration and lack of a social life. But did you know overtime can actually kill you?
Do You Leave Your Phone On During Flights? — Survey of the Day
As anyone who has been on a plane knows, you are supposed to turn your cell phone completely off during takeoffs and landings.
Do you adhere to those rules?