Make Peace Not War

Posted: 11th May 2011 by admin in News

P&G and Kroger honoring our heroes USO campaign is a kind of philanthropic program in which both the top companies, one the leading grocery retailer and other multinational organization with Hi-Fi portfolio brands collaborated with USO will raise funds for USO. All the people should also contribute in this mission and give donations to enhance the morale of American troops and their families. New campaign initiated by USO actually endeavors to lift the spirits exness of American troops and their families globally.

P&G and Kroger has offered a digital opportunity to people “shake hands with a hero”, first 50,000 people who will apply will be able to win this opportunity along with discount offers from P&G on the selected products. CEO of P&G Bob McDonald said, “Our commitment to the military men and women who serve dates back to the Civil War where we supplied the Union Army with soap and candles. This commitment continues today with our dedicated Military team. Leveraging a strategic relationship with the USO enables us to connect our brands to American service members and their families while touching and improving their lives. We are excited to grow and develop this strategic relationship with the USO and our retail partners.”

USO which is a non profit organization and it is serving different purposes since 70 years. Sloan Gibson, President of USO said, “It’s with great exness thailand honor that we welcome Procter & Gamble to our distinguished platform of corporations who demonstrate their tremendous commitment to supporting our troops and their families. We look forward to expanding this partnership and creating great programs for those Americans who need our support the most.”

New USO campaign by P&G and Kroger to honor our heroes is an appreciable initiative. USO “Honoring our Heroes” new campaign is carrying a very positive theme and P&G along with Kroger is supporting this organization in its mission. P&G Kroger Team Leader Mindy Thompson-Sherwood said, “This year alone, more than 50,000 troops will be returning home from active duty – having done their part to help keep our country and its citizen’s safe. This program allows us to help consumers express their own gratitude to all the men and women who make such great sacrifices for our country.”

Applying Debt Solutions in Our Life

Posted: 22nd April 2011 by admin in Society
Tags: Debt, Debt consolidation, Debt relief

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The more credit card types we can find, the more debt relief solutions are needed. Many people are trapped with the easiness serve by credit card and no wonder if we can find one person that has eight credit cards. The fact shows that our society is drowned in debt or at least being overwhelmed with their credit card payment. This is the reason that many debt relief types are provided.

Some of the debt relief programs we can find are credit counseling, debt consolidation, debt settlement, debt management and finally bankruptcy. Even though bankruptcy is included on debt relief solution, but we are not expected to reach this point. The four solutions are recommended and we have to be able to choose the best solution for us. Using an expert to apply the debt relief solutions in our life is highly recommended because they know what’s best for us.

With the expert helping us on our debt solutions, we can also get maximal outcome. For example, if we have to make a negotiation with our lender and we are supported by the expert that gives us some strategies, we will get maximal outcome on the negotiation. Therefore, if we want to have a debt free life, just go to HamiltonDebtRelief.com

Is War Necessary for Peace?

Posted: 20th March 2011 by admin in War, Weapons
Tags: Peace, United States, World war

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There are two ways to look at such a question. On the one hand, some wars actually have to be fought to attain peace and in some other cases, war just invites more trouble. Unjust wars are those where dictators blow their way into power and hold the nation in an iron grip. There are several examples in history to quote from regarding this. During the World Wars, western nations literally blew each other apart.

They are currently distinct blocks of the United States, the European Union and the ASEAN countries. They are all attempting to maintain peace and prevent war of massive proportions from rising. The need for regulatory bodies such as the UNO is needed, but the fact remains that, with the various thought processes of the governments it is sometimes hard to pull back nations from being on the brink of constant war.

As far as war for peace goes, several nations across exness th the world – and it still happens in fits and starts – needed to break away from the bondage of colonization and ended up waging a bloody war to get freedom. There has not been a bloodless war for freedom anywhere in the world until today. It has happened in China, Indian, South Africa and so many countries under able leaderships. Such war is what has made the world take notice of the nation in question and make it a force to reckon with worldwide.

You can’t really separate war from peace. Some circumstances necessarily advocate the medium of war in order to reach a peaceful future. However, there have been times when governments and unscrupulous agents have used war for peace as a covert means of achieving other things.

How Government Administrations can Prevent War

Posted: 17th March 2011 by admin in Operations, War
Tags: Diplomacy, Foreign policy, Nation

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When a country goes to war, it is because all possible means of finding a peaceful solution have been unsuccessful. There are certain preventive measures that government administrations can take to prevent war. While the actual processes can be extremely intricate and difficult to comprehend for those not politically inclined, here are some basic outlines.

The first thing all nations do is indulge in diplomacy. This is where two nations negotiate and try and arrive at a compromise. Though there are a few government administrations in the world that do not believe in diplomacy, this is largely the first step taken by most nations. The next step is to put a practical foreign policy in place. This should be based on mutual understanding and not threats and sanctions. It should uphold a nation’s values without undermining the values of others.

An effort has to be made to understand the cultural complexities of a nation. There are times that a misunderstanding of how the nation functions is attributed as being hostile. Such understanding will help make diplomacy and negotiations a bit simpler.

Government administrations should also consider lowering the budget given to military development. This will allow for better development of the nation. Developing military capacities to necessary levels is fine, beyond which the maintenance cannot be justified. Preemptive strikes should not be considered at all, especially if you are going up against a stronger nation. This will look like more of an offensive move than a defensive one and can get you in some serious trouble. Make sure that an effort to explore every possible option is made before war is even remotely considered as an option.

Military Families and Stress

Posted: 13th March 2011 by admin in Protests, Society
Tags: Family, Health, Posttraumatic stress disorder

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Soldiers face a huge amount of stress and emotional upheaval in active war. The constant fear of losing their lives, fighting for their country and the trauma of having to take another’s life can be emotionally damaging. Another set of people who undergo a huge amount of such emotional distress is the families of such soldiers.

Having a member of one’s family leave home for battle is the equivalent of having a family member go out into the great unknown. Going about daily life knowing that someday there may be a knock on the door bringing in bad news is difficult. With children and elders at home, handling such delicate situations can be extremely difficult. Children ask questions on the whereabouts of a parent, the elders jump at the sound of the phone or the doorbell. Through it all, the strong one in the family has to maintain a façade of calm that can be nerve-wracking at times. In most cases, it has to be understood that such mental angst comes from supporting the soldiers and not necessarily the war they are fighting.

Families also undergo stress when their loved ones come back home. Whether they come home with an injury or not, there is mental trauma. Many soldiers come back with post-traumatic stress disorder. Dealing with such soldiers and maintaining the peace in the family can be quite difficult. If a soldier comes home with an injury, permanent or otherwise, it takes a massive toll on the family that is trying to look after him the best they can. They have to deal with tempers, emotions and pain while all time maintaining a calm face in front of family and friends.

The Effect of War on Military Soldiers

Posted: 10th March 2011 by admin in News, War
Tags: Health, Mental health, Posttraumatic stress disorder

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Undoubtedly, war is not a simple experience. On the battlefield, war can be devastating on your nerves. For most soldiers, the emotional trauma of having been part of war does not end with the war or when they come back to the safety of their homes. In most cases, coming home is simply the beginning of a long road to getting better.

The most common aftermath of war is posttraumatic stress disorder. This refers to some extreme situations that soldiers may have faced, which are often beyond the scope of human nature. The experiences remain suppressed in them and can take a toll on their mental and physical health. The extent of PTSD as well as the severity of its manifestations varies with each soldier and their emotional capacity. For some it may just be about going into depression. For others, there could be triggers that lead into panic attacks or hyperventilation. In some extreme cases, hallucinations and the thought of being transported back to the field come into play.

This disorder has to be diagnosed and treated in the early stages itself. It can reach the stage of preventing the soldier from trying to lead a normal life. There have been cases of suicide attempts. While for the soldiers of yesteryear, advanced medical and psychological help was not available; today, science has advanced to a great extent. A soldier can now sign up for several forms of treatment as well as become a member of a veteran’s organization and get counseling. There is Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), exposure therapy, medication that includes anti-depressants and the like that a soldier can use. Of course, these have to be undertaken with strict medical and family supervision.

Is War Reported Accurately on the News?

Posted: 7th March 2011 by admin in News, War
Tags: CNN, Gulf War, Report

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War was never really reported until CNN brought it to our living rooms with Operation Desert Storm in 1991. Until then, all that could be heard on war was through the radio and through the experiences of those reporting on the field. The accuracy of these reports in terms of devastation and casualty numbers depended entirely on the reporter and his ability to tell news as he saw it.

With the advent of technology, reporting, war has now reached epic soap opera type proportions. Bombings, air raids and street fights can literally be viewed in real time. Of course, we do have reporters telling us what it is like on the field, but the scope of wrong information coming to the people too has highly increased. Rumor mills run fast with stories about the persecution of women and children, ripping apart of innocent civilians and the like. Such stories often come from propaganda mills that try to tilt the war in various ways.

However, with such rumor mongering, an alternate source of possibly accurate information is from citizen journalists who, through their videos and photos captured live and on the scene, often tell a story that has not been told. This has brought to light several battles, which would have otherwise gone unnoticed. It has also laid to rest rumors that had been doing rounds. Those who indulged in wrongful acts in the name of the war have been brought to task.

Reporting news in this day and age of technology and information overdrive is not easy. Getting the real story out is also difficult since many news channels owe allegiance to different political factions of belief groups. All of this plays a role in what is finally conveyed to the people and how it portrays an ongoing war. In this respect the phrase, “nothing is ever what it seems” could never be truer.

The After Effects of War

Posted: 2nd March 2011 by admin in News, War
Tags: Emergency management, Nation, World War II

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War is a devastating period. It takes a toll on the people, on the land, the environment, the animals and almost every conceivable form of life. Wars fought on a land often render it useless. Farming becomes difficult and the very source of food for the country is threatened. Because the land is ridden with mortar shells and mines, not only do innocent people lose life and limbs, the land too cannot be approached for any sort of development.

Society as we know it is destroyed and it often becomes the survival of the fittest. Social relations go down the drain especially when there is a dearth of food and basic amenities. We have seen countless images of people fighting over emergency relief service vans and the food they offer. The economy of the country takes a beating as well since the nation will have nothing with which to do business with. If no income is generated for the nation, the country will stop being able to progress.

The nation then becomes dependent on foreign aid, which often comes without any riders. The war torn nation can also become indebted to foreign nations and this can put the country at a disadvantage when it comes to international discussions and debates.

War is a terrible thing for the people themselves. Lives are lost and disrupted. Emotions are raw and often the life of peace that seems to be on offer with the end of the war seems meaningless. More often than not people do not agree with the reasons behind the war, there are uprisings against the government in protest, and this can prove dangerous to the governance as well as the future of a country. War has to be the very last thing a nation resorts to for the sake of its people and its own existence.

Making a Difference

Posted: 23rd February 2011 by admin in Operations, War
Tags: A Current Affair, Citizenship in the United States, Warfare and Conflict

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Although the war in Afghanistan and the Iraqi conflicts are happening a world away, they are a part of America’s experience. One day another generation will be reading our current news in their history text books.

Whether we fully support the war or not, it would seem that every American citizen would like to make a difference and contribute to the overall well-being of our world community. Generally most desire to make a real difference for change—a change for the better.

We may feel insignificant or feel that we are only one person, but we can make a difference and let our voices be heard.

The first place to start is at home. It may not be possible to directly influence or turn the opinions of the national government administration, but we can influence the rising generation. Parents can take time to properly educate their children about the war, whether it is through a simple discussion or actually watching the news together to learn more about the war. Children should be given age-appropriate information concerning our country’s current affairs. Since they will be the voters of tomorrow and the ones to have a real say on the future of our country, parents must educate and teach them the best they know how.

Next, citizens can make their voices heard in their communities. Write an editorial in the local newspaper or add your opinion on Facebook or other websites. Be gracious in your comments while still getting your point across. If you are too insulting, people may not take you seriously.

Lastly, if you do want Washington to know how you feel, give your state representatives a call. Let them know how you feel and what you expect of them. Although this may seem insignificant, they do take account of their phone calls. Also consider writing letters to them along with others to collectively share your views.

Your Take on the War

Posted: 16th February 2011 by admin in War, Weapons
Tags: Afghanistan, History, War in Afghanistan (2001–present)

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There are many varying views on the war since its origin. While the events of 9/11 in 2001 connected deeply and resonated in the hearts of Americans, the war in Afghanistan may seem farther away for those who do not have a loved one serving in the military.

It is easy to jump to conclusions or feel confused from the differing reports concerning the war. Some reports don’t seem to match up, and one starts to wonder what is truth and what is merely rumor.

Obviously the government administration has the final and last say concerning the war and all that it entails. It is essential for Americans though to form proper opinions and gain what knowledge they can about the real circumstances of the war.

First off, if you want to have a better understanding of the war and its impact on America, Afghanistan and the rest of the world, it is crucial to know a little of this country’s history. Take out a map, do a little research on line, check out a book from the library. This way when names, dates, and places pop up on the latest news press, you’ll be able to fully comprehend what the news means.

Next keep an open mind to various views. Americans, like all people, take for granted their surroundings and every-day life things. It is easy to take for granted that other places are the same or at least similar. The truth is that various geographical regions, differing cultures and customs, and daily lifestyles hugely contrast, almost to the point of incomprehension. As Americans are used to relative peace, freedom, and safety, it may be difficult to image life in a country that is not peaceful, where rights are not guarantee, and where citizens fear for their lives at times.

Take time to educate yourself before drawing strong conclusions about the war.