Matthew Evans
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Has Globalization Hurt Americans Workers?
Globalization, whether its effects have been positive or negative, is a fact of the current economy of the United States. The resources of the globe are so totally intertwined that it is near impossible to separate them. The capitalistic nature of the global economy is to blame. Every business in the world seeks to minimize costs in order to maximize profits. Because of this, there has been a shift in the global labor market. Trades that used to be the backbone of the American economy have been shipped overseas in many cases. Is this detrimental to the American worker? If you work in certain sectors of the economy, you would most certainly say yes. There are companies coming into the United States that are replacing these jobs and are providing more for their workers than any American firm would. This, truly, cannot be seen as detrimental.
By Matthew Evans7 years ago in Journal
The Richest Team in History
They went from punishing teams to the point where they were seen as dirty to losing so badly that the oft-used cliche: «The Laughing Stock Of The League» was theirs from appx 2005 — present. In fact, during the past several years there was a little talk that their performance had gotten so bad that the team wouldn’t be able to support itself and would have to relocate and start over again.
By Matthew Evans7 years ago in Cleats
Children of Divorce
We needed to grow up. This I know is true. I am forever grateful though, for I got the best part of you. You do the best you could. You can’t help how you felt. I diligently prayed for you while on my knees I knelt. I prayed so hard so often for strength and clarity. Then before I knew it, I had baby number three. Be careful what you wish for. Because you just might get it. Things happen for a reason. Some good, too if you let it. My baby girl, my number three, my missing puzzle piece. My family is completed, but I still do not feel at ease. I had spent too many sleepless nights upset, alone, and worried. He ran when things got a little too real and to his friends he hurried.
By Matthew Evans7 years ago in Poets
Making the Perfect Curry
Gone are the days when all spicy and particularly all hot dishes were automatically called curry. With globalization and effortless communication across continents, the world has realized that there are dozens of different spicy and/or hot dishes that are not curries, and in addition, there are many different kinds of curries!
By Matthew Evans7 years ago in Feast
Gin and Tonic
Sometimes the winter seems so long, cold, and brutal that the only drinks that keep me warm are a glass of cabernet sauvignon or a double shot of Van Gogh Double Espresso Vodka, with a single ice cube melting slowly away in the glass. However, spring puts a fresh perspective on the cocktail shaker and new drinks are begging to be shaken and stirred. Tanqueray launched Rangpur Gin in the summer of 2006 to a couple of trial cities in the United States. Obviously, Tanqueray realized they had a success on their hands, because two years later Rangpur Gin is widely available throughout the US. This particular gin is aptly named for the essence of rangpur limes, ginger, and bay leaves that have been added during the final stages of the distillation process. This merging of flavor results in Rangpur being a slightly less edgy gin than one might associate with the higher end Tanqueray 10. Tanqueray 10 has the sharpness needed for a perfect straight up martini, while the Tanqueray Rangpur has a softer, fruitier lilt to it, which enables it to mingle well with less traditional gin drinks. It is this factor also that possibly opens gin up to an entirely new demographic of drinkers who may have never considered experimenting with gin before.
By Matthew Evans7 years ago in Proof
Uncontrollable Persistent Sexual Arousal Syndrome
Persistent Sexual Arousal Syndrome (PSAS), is a real medical condition that primarily affects women. PSAS can probably be compared to priapism in men. Priapism is an erection lasting for more than four hours and is considered a medical emergency for men. Constant sexual arousal, unrelieved by sex or orgasm, is the defining characteristic of this disorder. This is a very serious condition that is very stressful for the one who suffers from it.
By Matthew Evans7 years ago in Filthy
Want to Play?
In fact, the idea to go back to some fundamentals rules of poker came to me during a poker night with friends. There was a novice player at our table, and I realized how much I could have forgotten about how it feels to be a beginner in this game. And I'm not even talking about the terms that could be the subject of the game. In short, here is why I decided to return to poker basics. I wanted to start with five mistakes that many beginners can commit.
By Matthew Evans7 years ago in Gamers
Rent or Buy?
Should you rent or buy? So, you are done with renting and dealing with landlords. The market is good. Mortgage rates are low. You think it is time for a home of your own. Maybe you just got married, or moved, or had a baby. Maybe you want a place you can fix up your own way. Maybe you just like the idea of being a homeowner. Whatever is motivating you to leave the land of renting for home ownership, you are not alone.
By Matthew Evans7 years ago in Lifehack
How to Deal with Overprotective Parents
Parents always have been involved in the education of their offspring, but now they have not. Paradoxically children are increasingly depressed and get tired. The reason for their depression is an emotional overflow of parents, untenable pressure within the family.
By Matthew Evans7 years ago in Families
