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    An Artificial Intelligence Definition for Dummies

    Andy Grove, CEO of Intel, 1992

    Jan 24, 2023 | By Will Hurd

    The term artificial intelligence describes a field in computer science that refers to computers or machines being able to simulate human intelligence to perform tasks or solve problems. Within our lifetimes, artificial intelligence (AI) will have altered our world more significantly and faster than any other technology since the discovery of electricity.

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  • Russia, Ukraine, Putin: Why Americans Should Care in 2023

    Jan 19, 2023 | By Will Hurd

    Americans should continue to care about Russia, Ukraine & Putin because they have the potential to impact our economy, our security, and our future. The unprovoked invasion of Ukraine by Russian forces under the direction of Russian President Vladimir Putin is a complex geopolitical issue that has far-reaching consequences.

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    Why is Cybersecurity Important?

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    Jan 10, 2023 | By Will Hurd

    The Internet is full of threats that could harm your computers, mobile devices, tablets, or other connected products. It’s important to understand how these threats work so you can keep yourself safe online, prevent data breaches and be protected from a cyber attack.

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    How Many National Parks Are There?

    Santa Elena Canyon in Big Bend National Park

    Dec 29, 2022 | By Will Hurd

    8 min read

    When it comes to the question of how many national parks there are in the US, the answer isn’t as straightforward as you might imagine. It all depends on what you mean by “national park.” In this blog, we’ll dive into the different definitions and explain why the answer isn’t so simple.

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    Bridging the Digital Divide

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    Dec 20, 2022 | By Will Hurd

    6 min read

    Potentially half of the United States of America lacks access to high-speed Internet. We should care about this sobering and embarassing stat because the lack of access to broadband Internet has a direct impact on job opportunities and economic growth. The lowest broadband access and usage are in U.S. counties with the highest rates of unemployment.

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  • China Map

    Why Is Taiwan Important to the US?

    China Map

    Dec 7, 2022 | By Will Hurd

    9 min read

    Taiwan is a critical partner to the United States for multiple reasons. Economically, the US and Taiwan are top 10 trading partners, with bilateral trade reaching $114 billion in 2021. Taiwan is also one of the world’s leading manufacturers of advanced semiconductors. These critical components are in every electronic device and system, and Taiwan plays a key role in global supply chains for them.

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  • Will Hurd Debt Ceiling Blog

    How a Debt Ceiling Debate Could Make the U.S. Economy Worse

    Will Hurd Debt Ceiling Blog

    Nov 22, 2022 | By Will Hurd

    9 min read

    If the debt ceiling issue isn’t resolved before the end of the year, it will be significantly harder to solve it if it’s punted into 2023. We cannot spend more money than we take in nor make interest payments forever without paying down our national debt. Fiscal responsibility is a precondition for a strong economy, and continuing on this path is a national security risk.

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    Appropriations 101: How Congress Funds the Government

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    Nov 21, 2022 | By Will Hurd

    5 min read

    The budget and appropriations cycle in the U.S. Congress is a complex and often unpredictable process that involves multiple actors, stages, and deadlines. Here is a simplified overview of the main steps:

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    The One Thing to Do If You Didn’t Love Your Choices on Election Day

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    Nov 4, 2022 | By Will Hurd

    4 min read

    The good news: the turnout in the 2022 election was higher than usual for a midterm election. People showed up even though midterm elections have historically low participation compared to presidential cycles. Our last midterms in 2018 had the highest voter turnout for a non-presidential contest in over one hundred years.

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    The One Thing President Biden is Getting Consistently Wrong About Inflation

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    Oct 27, 2022 | By Will Hurd

    3 min read

    If you had worked hard to save $200,000 in your 401k and it was invested in NASDAQ on the day Joe Biden became president in 2021, two weeks prior to the 2022 mid-term elections you would have had only around $158,000.

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Will Hurd has spent the past 20 years on the front lines of the most pressing fights facing our nation, in the Middle East, Congress, and the highest levels of business and tech.

Will has spent his life fighting for our country, and he will take those decades of experience with him as he fights for all us.

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The choice we face

In this election, we have a choice. We can continue down the path of divisive politics and short-term thinking, or we can choose a new direction.

We can choose a future that is grounded in common sense, that prioritizes the needs of the American people, and that builds on our strengths as a nation.

Together, we can make this vision a reality.

Together, we can create an America that thrives on innovation, that provides opportunities for all, and that leads the world not just in power, but in principle.

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Support the development of alternative energy sources
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Support background checks for all gun buyers
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Believe that LGBTQ+ individuals should have equal rights
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Say it is important for the country to do more regarding race inequality
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Are unhappy with the current US economy
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Believe the federal government doesn't share enough information
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Are concerned about pollution of drinking water
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Believe the nation's infrastructure is in need of major repairs
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Believe that access to affordable housing is a problem
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Strong old school manners. You respect others, and say "please" and "thank you"

Fair

You give someone a fair shot

Empathic

You're ready to put yourself in the shoes of someone else.

Informed

No matter street smarts or book smarts, you understand an education is important

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You put your family above everything and do everything you can to succeed

Responsible

You take responsibility for your actions and believe in personal responsibility

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You help others and you're always quick to smile

Persevering

You don't let a little hardship get in your way

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