President Barack Obama has his fair share of problems to take on. In some aspects, he’s just like Luke Skywalker, a man with way too much on his plate to take on at once. Hopefully, he can overtake the dark side and succeed where he needs to.

Today’s youth is not as outspoken and passionate as older generations. Instead of being distracted by the internet, more young adults need to be involved with making a change in the world.

President Barack Obama’s administration says it is committing itself to boosting the economy. That includes ensuring the passage of legislation that will have beneficial long-term effects on health care, energy, education and financial reform for 2010 and beyond.

Education reforms mentioned in President Barack Obama’s first official State of the Union address Wednesday could help students pay for college.

Now that corporations have more influence in political advertising, people will be bombarded with ads swaying them to vote for special interest groups. The elite have the ability to influence the many on how to vote.

2009 was quite the year with many ups and downs. There’s a lot to be thankful for though, and plenty more to be hopeful for next year.

President Barack Obama approved 30,000 more troops for the war in Afghanistan. If the president expects to win the war, he will need more than a military. Diplomacy and the support of other countries is the only way Afghanistan will ever turn around.

Losing the war in Afghanistan is not an option. President Barack Obama needs to develop a comprehensive plan tif he wants to win the war.