Tax-Hating States Totally Fine with Taxing the Poor

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/03/18/sales-taxes-highest-in-st_n_4988216.html. DUE 31 March 2014. Where are the "tax-hating" states located? Why is sales tax actually a tax on the poor? Why do you think Florida has such a high sales tax rate? What are some alternate taxes that would be less of a burden on the poor?

These 9 Maps Should Absolutely Outrage Southerners

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/03/06/maps-of-the-south-bad-place_n_4855191.html DUE 17 MAR 2014. Which of the maps concern you the most? Why? In your opinion, what is the reason for the disparity between the south and the rest of the country? Should the Federal Government intervene?

Vladimir Putin Said He Hopes Russia Won't Have to Use Force in Ukraine

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/03/04/ukraine-conflict-vladimir-putin_n_4895257.html. DUE 10 March 2014. Why is Putin in Ukraine? What is the U.S. response? Why? What action should the U.S. take? Why is this action in our best interest??