Sentences with phrase «most average citizens»

The fact is, removal programs that kill almost every cat are unpopular with most average citizens, and removal almost always fails to solve the issue.

Not exact matches

The African nation of Zambia, for instance, has only enough food available to provide its population with 1,870 calories on average, per day, according to a striking global map in the October issue of National Geographic — and in truth, in much of the world, such calorie counts offer an inflated view of what's actually accessible to most citizens, due to widespread poverty, civil unrest, natural disasters, corruption, government mismanagement, food - distribution failures, and other issues.

Periu says most of the 11 million citizens will welcome an influx of U.S. capital, products and services but notes that state workers earn an average of $ 20 per month.

For me, one of the most interesting things is that our elected political officials consistently received lowers scores than the average citizen.

1) Charities spend their income on necessities, such as food and utilities, which ever - so - slightly re-orients our economy toward recession - resistant products, rather than luxuries 2) Charities spend their money quickly, but on independent schedules, making for a smoother stimulus effect on the economy 3) Charities make purchases tax - free, meaning that $ 1 spent by a charity generates a full $ 1 of private economic activity; furthermore, much of those tax revenues are recovered as income tax on the grocery stores, utility companies, etc. that might not have received that income otherwise 4) Charitable giving is by far the most democratic way to improve society; from birth control to bombers, government assuredly spends money on something you don't like, and charitable giving restores your say - so 5) Charitable donations are tax deductible, meaning you keep those tax dollars in your local community 6) Charitable donations provide the funds necessary for volunteers to serve the needy, thus giving «the average citizen» a chance to meet and interact with the needy, breaking down stereotypes

Given its pervasiveness in our lives — most studies indicate that the average citizen watches over 20 hours a week — it is important that research on a national and impartial level be undertaken, so that we can understand TV's effects.

People in countries that provide citizens with a high level of economic security have a higher level of happiness on average, as measured by surveys of national levels of life - satisfaction and happiness... The most important determinant of national happiness is not income level — there is a positive association, but rising income seems to have little effect as wealthy countries grow more wealthier.

As to the average UK citizen Rump might not be the most popular US President ever.

Not that I'm predicting a Paul presidency; the same factors I talked about back in June still apply (for instance, I can't see the majority of Americans voting for a guy who'd do his best to get rid of Social Security, Medicare and most of the rest of the government benefits and protections average citizens enjoy).

Looking ahead, Steve (not surprisingly) sees tremendous political potential for online video both for campaigns and for individual activists — with broadband, easy hosting and cheap editing tools, the «last and most compelling medium is delivered into the hands of the masses,» leading to a creative explosion both from average citizens and from professional communicators.

Most impressively, this money came from 3.1 million American citizens, each, Plouffe claimed, giving an average of $ 86.

Greenberg said that while governors usually lose the most poll standing when the budget is late, but that the effects this year should be minimal: «They passed an extender, nothing stopped, so from the average New York citizen's point of view, nothing happened.»

Even if the average U.K. citizen were to fall in line with dietary guidelines set forth by the World Health Organization (which most do not), the study estimates there would be a 17 percent reduction in greenhouse gas emissions.

While John spends most of John Wick: Chapter 2 shooting at trained killers who are also shooting at him, often in crowded spaces, director Chad Stahelski makes abundantly clear that average citizens aren't in danger.

Most obviously, the historic advantage of the U.S. in school attainment has come to an end, as half of the OECD countries now exceed the U.S. in the average number of years of education their citizens receive.

The average social security check is inadequate to even cover the most basic of expenses for the average senior citizen.

The high level of bankruptcies alleviates outstanding debt for some of the most indebted citizens, lowering the state average.

One could also argue that the average citizen does not follow new zoning issues, pay raises for elected city officials, and public works contracts (the most common issues discussed at city council meetings).

It is too hard for the average citizen to wade through the hodgepodge of laws in most states.

Although small in number, with only the Affenpinscher being a rarer AKC Toy breed, today the English Toy Spaniel is beloved by average citizens and quite adaptable to most any modern - era living arrangements, town or country.

The 2008 Games probably weren't as accessible to the average Chinese citizen as these Games are to most Vancouverites, while the expense and difficulty of visiting China could explain why the many young Olympics visitors here were absent in Beijing.

There are many things that «average citizens» can do to reduce our demand for fossil fuels — most of which will also save us money and improve our health and quality of life.

One of the many things that puzzle me as non scientific citizen of average scientific knowledge in trying to follow the debate concerning AGW is understanding how, given the many «low» levels of uncertainty admitted by most experts, can anyone claim to «know» such a complex question?

With the exception of the 1991 ICE memos — which I will get to shortly — the next most favored leaked memo phrase is the one out of the 1998 API documents, «Victory will be achieved when... Average citizens «understand» (recognize) uncertainties in climate science...» That isn't a sinister industry directive, it is a basic truism.

And (here's the punch line), that they would have to do so while most of their citizens were still, on average, quite poor.

That compares with 19.78 tons for the average U.S. citizen, 7.99 tons for a typical European and 4.58 tons per Chinese in 2006, according to the most recent data from the U.S. Department of Energy.

JG: What are the most important ways that average citizens can take a participatory role in the evolution of science and technology in society?

Many parents in Chicago fear for the safety of their children when they being to drive, understanding that operating a vehicle is one of the most dangerous activities that an average citizen will engage in during a typical year.

Unfortunately, statewide averages on car insurance premiums do not serve much of a purpose to most U.S. citizens.