New York City’s ban on large soft drinks was blocked last night by the NY State Supreme Court, before it could go into effect today. The ban was proposed to help combat obesity, a problem affecting 1 in 5 young Americans. What’s your opinion? LIKE if you think government should be able to ban large sodas & COMMENT if you think government oversteps its role by doing so.

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Ben Stein, writer and economist, called out Senators, Members of Congress, and the President for letting the sequester happen saying that both parties have unrealistic views of how to accomplish a balanced budget and they need to compromise. Do you agree with Ben Stein? LIKE = Yes COMMENT = No

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The FCC has proposed creating a free national WiFi network that would provide a free, powerful internet across the country. What’s your opinion? LIKE if the U.S. should invest in free national WiFi & COMMENT if you disagree.

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It’s a mandatory requirement that students receive counseling before taking out U.S. government student loans, but over 40 percent of borrowers never receive such counseling.

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The economy grew at a lackluster 1.5% annual rate.  How will the economy affect your vote in November? REBLOG to share your thoughts!

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Are young Americans perpetual renters?  COMMENT to share your thoughts on buying a house! 

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We think it’s time for student loan reform! 

New laws require some voters to spend extra money and time traveling to government offices (for example, the DMV) in order to vote.  Do you think this is OK?  COMMENT to share your thoughts and SHARE to spread the news!

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Our Time’s co-founder Matthew Segal is currently interviewing with Representative Chris Van Hollen on Capitol Hill! Don’t forget to show your support by signing our One Million New Jobs petition at www.ourtime.org!

58% of the jobs created in 2012 have been filled by Americans over 55 who have more work experience than younger Americans. While this is good news for our parents and grandparents, we need young Americans to develop workforce experience so that when older Americans retire, we can comfortably fill their positions. REBLOG this if you agree and support our One Million Jobs campaignwww.ourtime.org.

Tracy graduated from a prestigious university, only to find herself $85,000 in debt, pre-interest. Though she worked with the Peace Corps, she was unable to defer any of her loans. Screwed up system? What do you think? 

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Congress voted to extend low interest rates for subsidized Stafford loans.  However, they did NOT extend low rates for graduate or professional students.  LIKE if this measure helps you, and REBLOG if you think Congress can do better!  

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GetHired’s new Spotlight program finds the best job seekers in each city and showcases them to employers in their field. The new initiative streamlines the job hunt to put thousands of qualified people in positions in as little as 1-2 days! Check it out when it launches tomorrow at www.gethired.com!