Berkeley Political Review

Author: Drew Tomashefsky

You Will Not Benefit From Social Security (Unless Changes Are Made)

Posted on January 24, 2019 by Drew Tomashefsky

It is likely you have been paying social security taxes for a large portion of your life. It is also likely you haven’t received any benefits because, even though social security benefits cover about 62 million people, only the elderly, disabled workers, and families with a deceased parent or spouse are covered. The program has […]

Voter Turnout is Too Low in the U.S. – Here’s How to Fix It

Posted on January 5, 2018 by Drew Tomashefsky

It’s no secret — voter turnout is too low, and it doesn’t need to be. To increase voter turnout, two important changes should be made to the election. First, an option to select “None of the Above” should be included on the ballot. Second, election day should be made into a national holiday. The United States […]

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