Though it may seem United States residents have a heavy tax burden, in actuality it is rather light compared to that of other countries. Dr. Gabriel Ondetti, professor of law at Missouri State University, recently spent a semester-long sabbatical studying the tax burdens of several Latin American countries. … [Read more...] about Feeling over taxed? Learn about tax burdens in other countries

Starting in 1973, states began adopting legislation regulating the organic food and agricultural market. What caused the initial emergence, and what are the consequences for future national food labeling? Dr. Samantha Mosier, assistant professor of political science at Missouri State University, has studied the causes and possible consequences of the labeling system. Mosier’s … [Read more...] about Creating organic food and why it really matters

Have you ever wondered what organic really means and why you are asked to pay so much for it? Dr. Samantha Mosier has been on researching sustainable agriculture and environmental politics and policy, and she offers some answers. … [Read more...] about Why organic food really matters

Former director of the UN general assembly will present a talk on Oct. 22. … [Read more...] about ‘The United Nations at 70’ celebration includes panel, presentation

Six undergraduate students at Missouri State University recently received recognition for their commitment to the university’s public affairs mission. Each student was awarded a Pepsi-Cola Public Affairs Scholarship in the amount of $1,250. The students were selected based on their involvement in public affairs activities and voluntary service both on and off campus. … [Read more...] about Students receive Pepsi-Cola scholarship