Another Assault Weapons Ban? I Think Not

President Obama, his cabinet, and the press continue to demonstrate bad judgment. Here is a news report in which Attorney General Eric Holder stated that the Obama administration will seek a new assault weapons ban. What is more, both Holder and ABC news argued that the assault weapons ban would reduce crime in Mexico.

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Skills Employers Want and New Graduates Lack: Bridging the Gap

I read an article recently about a 2009 survey conducted by the National Association of College and Employers. In it, employers rank ordered the following as the skills they most want in their new hires:

  • Communication skills
  • Strong work ethic
  • Teamwork skill
  • Initiative
  • Analytical skills
  • Computer skills
  • Flexibility/adaptability
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Technical skills

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