Tax-Hating States Are 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 Sould 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?

Janet Yellen Nails the Economy's Biggest Problem

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/02/27/janet-yellen-income-inequality_n_4867232.html. DUE 10 March 2014. What does the new Fed Chair say is the economy's biggest problem? What is the history of the problem; when did it start and why? What do YOU believe is the solution to the problem?