President Obama Proposes Cuts To Social Security (2011)

 

President Barack Obama during his administration proposed cuts to social security. The justification was that there was a concern over the budget and the debt limit . Social security does not constitute a large portion of America's national debt. Nor does it impact the national deficit. This is a myth that is used to cut social services for American citizens. Cutting social security would cause devastating social and economic consequences. Spending on the military and corporate tax breaks continue to be the culprits in America's economic instability. The 2008 economic meltdown was the product of unrestrained corporate avarice and limited banking regulations. Both parties continue to make attempts at cutting social security. President Obama making this proposal was taking a risk considering he would be running for re-election in 2012. Many questioned his liberal credentials with such a proposal. His administration was more politically centrist, rather than leftist. President Obama's economic policies were still mostly based in neoliberalism.   

Kenya Bans Child Adoption by Foreign Nationals

The Kenyan government has officially banned adoption of Kenyan children by foreign nationals. This may appear to be some form of xenophobia, however cases of abuse have occurred. Corruption involving missionaries or the possible trafficking of children has been cited as a cause for concern. The issue became so prominent that President Uhuru Kenyatta and Deputy President William Ruto had a special cabinet meeting at the State House to address growing abuses. New policies and regulations are going to be enforced in association with the Ministry of Labor and Social protection. This revelation demonstrates that Kenya must do more to protect its youth. For too long the future of the continent has been taken to either North America or Europe at the expense of African nations. A temporary or extended ban may be necessary to halt longtime abuses. If new policies are to work, the foster care system it Kenya requires improvement to ensure the safety and well being of orphaned children. Foster care in various nations around the globe need more state assistance. Welfare has been given a negative connotation, but in terms of the foster care system it can help. Kenya must invest in creating a stable environment for children so that they can be successors to running the nation. More policies that revolve around public works and social programs will ensure Kenya's success.