FOR A GOOD CAUSE

Saturday, September 30, 2017

A Would Be Viral Video: Iggy Azalea's Failed Attempt to Realize her Vision

This piece appeared originally on January 22, 2016.

Can Iggy Azalea rap? Is she an asset to the hip hop genre? Has her time run out already?

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https://hubpages.com/entertainment/A-Would-Be-Viral-Video-Iggy-Azaleas-Failed-Attempt-to-Realize-her-Vision


                      "Skylerized: The Web Series- 'Payment for Governmental Services'


Friday, September 29, 2017

The Black Mind in the Film World: What Needs to Happen for a Hollywood for African Americans

This article appeared originally on January 20, 2016.

How delusional, dumb, and ditzy is the dingbat known as Stacey Dash? Should Blacks create their own Hollywood? What is the role of the Black mind in creating films?

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"Skylerized: The Web Series- 'Practiced by a Minority'"


Thursday, September 28, 2017

Privatizing Water: The Free Market Solution to the Crisis in Flint, MI

This piece appeared originally on January 19, 2016.

Should water systems be privatized? What role should the government play in the issuance of water? Why should citizens be concerned about privatizing water?

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https://hubpages.com/politics/Corporatizing-Water-The-Free-Market-Solution-to-the-Crisis-in-Flint-MI


 "Skylerized: The Web Series- 'Creative Ingenuity'"









Wednesday, September 27, 2017

Rap Repute 2: The Struggle Continues

This piece appeared originally on January 17, 2016.

Is hip hop dead? Does all the bickering and infighting become annoying? How should one view the state of the genre?

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https://hubpages.com/entertainment/Rap-Repute-2-The-Struggle-Continues





                                        "Skylerized: The Web Series- 'Free Association'"






Tuesday, September 26, 2017

Free the Jailed Journalists 2: The Iranian Update

How evil is Iran? Should the United States continue to complete deals with that country? What is going to be the result of the deal to allow journalists to escape from the clutches of tyranny?

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https://hubpages.com/politics/Free-the-Jailed-Journalists-2-The-Iranian-Update






"Skylerized: The Web Series- Functions of the Ego"



Monday, September 25, 2017

Back from the Dead: The Return of the Mind

This piece appeared originally on January 13, 2016.

Can you separate Leonardo DiCaprio's politics from his art? Do indigenous people deserve private property protection and the rule of law? Has capitalism been a benefit or a detriment to the world?

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https://hubpages.com/entertainment/Back-from-the-Dead-The-Return-of-the-Mind




"Skylerized: The Web Series- "Blind Destruction'"


Sunday, September 24, 2017

Decriminalization Now 3: A Former Kingpin's Third Capture

This article appeared originally on January 8, 2016.

Would the decriminalization and therefore legalization of now illicit narcotics and other drugs be a positive thing? What do you think of Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán? Is he a hero or a vicious villain?

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https://hubpages.com/politics/Decriminalization-Now-3-A-Kingpins-Third-Capture




                             "Skylerized: The Web Series- 'Acceptance of Allegations'"




Saturday, September 23, 2017

The Chance: America's Opportunity to go on the Offensive Against Iran and Saudi Arabia

This article appeared originally on January 3, 2016.

Do you think the Saudi Arabia and Iran are the true enemies to the West, namely the United States? Do you think that they represent hornets' nests? What should be done about these two nations?

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                                       "Skylerized: The Web Series- 'Faculty of Awareness'"
                                         

Friday, September 22, 2017

Why She Sang the Blues: Natalie Cole's Legacy

This post appeared originally on January 1, 2016.

Is Natalie Cole just another dead, funky, junky? Did she have the grace and glamour of her peers? What was Miss Cole's downfall?

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https://hubpages.com/entertainment/Why-She-Sang-the-Blues-Natalie-Coles-Demise




"Skylerized: The Web Series- 'Selective Re-creation'"


Thursday, September 21, 2017

Decriminalization Now 2: High on Rights

Should all illicit narcotics and other drugs banned by the FDA be made available on the free market? What is the proper role of government when it comes to drugs? How would you like to live in a world where illicit drugs are made legal?

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                                        "Skylerized: The Web Series-'Special Province'"


Wednesday, September 20, 2017

Out of the 'Market': The Result of Mark Dice's Commentary Against Rick Ross

This article was originally posted on December 23, 2015.

Was commentator Mark Dice too hard on rap artist William "Rick Ross" Roberts? Should Roberts have been admonished for the words he used against then President-elect Donald Trump? How powerful is the press to have an artist's recording ripped from the shelves of the world's largest retailer, Wal-Mart?

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https://hubpages.com/entertainment/Out-of-the-Market-The-Result-of-Mark-Dices-Commentary-Against-Rick-Ross




     
   
      "Skylerized: The Web Series-'Not an Unconditional Virtue'"


Tuesday, September 19, 2017

No Snooze: Why America Ought to Wake Up to Rail Against Socialism

Is socialism evil? Why or why not? Have figures tried it and gotten it "wrong"? Should the United States of America adopt socialist policies more or dismantle the whole socialistic structure all together?

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https://hubpages.com/religion-philosophy/Socialism-The-Evils-of-a-System





"Skylerized: The Web Series- 'Highest Value'"








Monday, September 18, 2017

The Potential Saint: Mother Teresa's Apparent Sainthood

This piece was posted originally on December 18, 2015.

How miserable of a person was Mother Teresa? Did she just want to keep children and some adults indigent and pitiful to advance her own selfless cause? What is your opinion of her sainthood?

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https://hubpages.com/religion-philosophy/The-Potential-Saint-Mother-Teresas-Sainthood-Possibility







"Skylerized: The Web Series- 'Epistemological Criteria'"


Sunday, September 17, 2017

Mr. Contradictions 2: Martin Shkreli Faces Justice over Fraud Charges

This article appeared originally on December, 17, 2015.

Does Martin Shkreli get flack for being rational or irrational? Is he completely selfless? What is your take on the Shkreli case?

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https://hubpages.com/business/Mr-Contradictions-2



                                 
                                             "Skyleried: The Web Series-'Inflexible'"


Saturday, September 16, 2017

Free the Jailed Journalists: Why Media Men and Women ought to be Liberated

I posted this piece originally on December 16, 2015. 

Do you think that journalists should always have the right to speak their minds? Why is capitalism the only social system which can protect and promote individuals in expressing themselves? What is the importance of journalism?

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https://hubpages.com/politics/Jailed-Journalists-The-Worlds-Worst-Nations-to-be-in-the-Media


                                   "Skylerized: The Web Series- 'Nature of the Units'"


Friday, September 15, 2017

War on Education: The Need to Privatize Schools in the age of Islamic Totalitarianism

I posted this piece originally on December 15, 2015.

Should all schools be privatized? Why? Why not? What does the privatization of school have to do with defeating Islamic totalitarianism?

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                                      "Skylerized: The Web Series- '"From What to What'"






Thursday, September 14, 2017

The Cos' Strikes Back: Bill Cosby's Essay to Retain Dignity

This piece posted originally on December 14, 2015.


Do you still support Bill Cosby? Do you think that his image was tarnished after his attempt to purchase National Broadcasting Company? What is your estimation of the women who have alleged abuse against Mr. Cosby?

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https://hubpages.com/entertainment/The-Cos-Strikes-Back-Bill-Cosbys-Essay-to-Retain-Dignity









                                  "Skylerized: The Web Series- 'Objectively Define Laws"
                                         

Wednesday, September 13, 2017

Black Capitalists 5: The Branch Sisters' Triumphs and Tragedy

What do you think about Black women entrepreneurs? Have you ever used any of the Branch Sisters' products? If so, what is your favorite?

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https://hubpages.com/business/Black-Capitalists-5-The-Branch-Sisters-Triumphs-and-Tragedy






                                          "Skylerized: The Web Series- "Primary Purpose'"


Tuesday, September 12, 2017

Stellar Seller: The Force Behind a Franchise

This piece appeared originally on December 12, 2015.

Do you enjoy the Star Wars legacy? What is your favorite film from the series? What is your least favorite?

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https://hubpages.com/entertainment/Star-Seller-The-Force-Behind-a-Franchise




                                      
                                       "Skylerized: The Web Series-'Winking Lights'"


Monday, September 11, 2017

Cry Later: The Downfall of Ex-cop Daniel Holtzclaw

Are there any good cops left? Is Holtzclaw an exception to the rule? Did he deserve his lengthy sentence?

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https://hubpages.com/politics/Cry-Later-The-Downfall-of-Ex-cop-Daniel-Holtzclaw






                                        
                               "Skylerized: The Web Series- Metaphysical Mirror'"
 

Sunday, September 10, 2017

Rights and Wrongs: The Case to Get rid of the United Nations

Should the United Nations continue to exist? What are its drawbacks? What could be used to replace the U.N.?

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https://hubpages.com/politics/Rights-or-Wrongs-The-Case-to-Get-rid-of-the-United-Nations



                                     "Skylerized: The Web Series- 'Advanced Symptoms'"


Saturday, September 9, 2017

Make it for Merit: The Needed End to Affirmative Action

Do you approve of affirmative action? How does it hurt the individual? Is there any recourse for affirmative action?

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                                            "Skylerized: The Web Series-'Living Testimony'"


Friday, September 8, 2017

Black Capitalists 4: David Steward's Meteoric Rise Despite his Altruism

Is altruism a virtue or a vice? Why do business professionals often harp on their philanthropic endeavors and downplay their business achievements? Are you an altruist or a capitalist?

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https://hubpages.com/business/Black-Capitalists-4-David-Stewards-Meteoric-Rise-Despite-his-Altruism




                                      
                                    "Skylerized: The Web Series-'Moral Ambitiousness'"


Thursday, September 7, 2017

Black Capitalists 3: The Youth and Wisdom of Damon Williams

How familiar are you with the stock market? Do you trade on stocks whose companies you know well? How did Damon Williams become so proficient at understanding trading?

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https://hubpages.com/business/Black-Capitalists-3-The-Youth-and-Wisdom-of-Damon-Williams




                                            "Skylerized: The Web Series-'Marginal Issue'"


Wednesday, September 6, 2017

The Two Lives of Stitches: The Duality of Phillip Katsabanis

This article appeared originally on December 5, 2015.

What do you not like about hip hop? Is Phillip "Stitches" Katsabanis a punk in denial? Do you think that he can redeem himself?

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https://hubpages.com/entertainment/The-Two-Lives-of-Stitches-The-Duality-of-Phillip-Katsabanis






"Skylerized: The Web Series- 'Voluntary Agreement'"





Tuesday, September 5, 2017

Squashed Joint: 'Chi-Raq''s Glaring Inelegance

This post appeared originally on December 4, 2015.

Have you seen the disaster that is "Chi-Raq"? What is the worst sequence from the film? Should Spike Lee just stick to documentaries?

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https://hubpages.com/entertainment/Squashed-Joint-Chi-Raqs-Glaring-Inelegance





                                           "Skylerized: The Web Series- 'Voluntary Agreement'"



Monday, September 4, 2017

The Altruism Antidote: The Case for Fighting Selflessness

This article appeared originally on December 3, 2015. Facebook now has a market capitalization of $499.58B.

Does Mark Zuckerberg know that altruism is evil? Do you think that Mr. Zuckerberg thinks 
that he should feel guilty about his wealth? Should the "Giving Pledge" be abolished?


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"Skylerized: The Web Series-'A Constant Process (Part III)'"


Sunday, September 3, 2017

Bullet Control is Bunk: The Real Case for Addressing 'Round' Violence

Is Chris Rock right about bullets being the leading cause of death, not guns? Do you own a  gun or guns? What is the most rational way to approach the issue of gun laws? Does it take the philosophy of law?


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https://hubpages.com/politics/Bullet-Control-is-Bunk-The-Real-Case-for-Addressing-Round-Violence






"Skylerized: The Web Series- 'Non-contradictory Joy'"


Saturday, September 2, 2017

He Hit Laquan: Why Police Officer Jason Van Dyke Ought to Remain Free

This article originally appeared on December 1st, 2015.

Should officer Van Dyke be reprimanded for his actions?  Was Laquan McDonald way out of line? Did McDonald seal his own fate?


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https://hubpages.com/politics/He-Hit-Laquan-Why-Police-Officer-Jason-Van-Dyke-Ought-to-Remain-Free





                                          "Skylerized: The Web Series- 'We Wish to Live (Part I)'"


Friday, September 1, 2017

Black Capitalists 2: The Legacy of Lil' Flip's Business Mind

How familiar are you with Mr. Wesley "Lil' Flip" Weston's music? Do you respect his business acumen? How much of a capitalist do you think he is even though he may not say that he is explicitly?



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"Skylerized: The Web Series- 'Method of Cognition'"