What is USAID? The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is an independent federal agency that provides foreign assistance to developing countries and regions in need. Established in 1961, USAID’s mission is to advance economic growth, promote global health, support humanitarian assistance, enhance education, foster democracy and governance, and protect the environment. The agency […]

Before 1984, Social Security benefits were not subject to income tax. The Social Security Amendments of 1983 changed this by treating the benefits as taxable income. This legislation allowed for up to 50% of Social Security benefits to be taxable for individuals with income above certain thresholds. Social Security was introduced as a form of […]

When elected officials get booed off the stage by their “constituents” while attending a town hall forum, it’s not a good look. It makes the representative or senator look unpopular with the people. When the elected officials are Republicans the liberal press pounce with inflammatory headlines and biased coverage.  They want the public to believe […]

Is the existence of AHRQ warranted within the federal government, or is it an expenditure that adds to the already bloated DC bureaucracy, costing American taxpayers nearly half a billion dollars each year? Does the US federal government require the Agency for Healthcare and Quality (AHRQ)? Is its expense justified? Are there government entities with […]

Can the Department OF Government Efficiency (DOGE) make a Difference? The federal government of the United States engages in far too many activities that it should not be involved in, leading to inefficiency, waste, and heavy-handed overreach. It has grown enormously since the country’s founding. Initially, the federal government was small and had limited responsibilities, […]

An Overview of USAGM’s Mission, Structure, and Liberal Bias Introduction The United States Agency for Global Media (USAGM) is supposed to be an independent federal agency that oversees all non-military, international broadcasting funded by the U.S. government. USAGM should be serving as a vital instrument for promoting freedom and democracy worldwide by broadcasting news and […]