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Blog #2

  1. Banning harmful chemicals in the U.S
    1. Banning harmful chemicals is essential for protecting public health. Other countries ban a lot of junk that is allowed in our country. Those countries come out healthier while the US has the highest obesity rate.
      1. https://earthjustice.org/brief/2023/its-time-to-ban-these-toxic-chemicals-from-our-food 
    2. This article discusses reasons on why we should ban certain chemicals, and why the FDA isn’t doing enough.
    3. “For years, the FDA has illegally ignored Earthjustice’s petition to ban these chemicals. In 2021, we sued to force the FDA to decide on banning phthalates. Last year it declined to do so, so we need your help in telling the FDA to get these hormone-disrupting chemicals out of our food.”
  2. AI taking over jobs, inevitable, and beneficial?
    1. Increased Efficiency, Job Evolution, Economic Growth, Addressing Labor Shortages. 
    2. but on the other side, Mass Unemployment, Widening Inequality, Loss of Human Connection, Ethical Concerns: 
  3. The pros and cons of daytrading
    1. Beneficial: Potential for High Profits, Independence and Flexibility, Market Liquidity, Education and Skill Development: 
    2. Con Argument: Day Trading is Risky and Unstable, High Risk of Loss, Stress and Mental Health Issues, Inefficiency Compared to Long-Term Investing, Regulatory and Tax Challenges
      1. https://www.investopedia.com/articles/active-trading/053115/average-rate-return-day-traders.asp#:~:text=While%20day%20 trading%20offers%20an,time%20commitment%2C%20and%20regulatory%20requirements.
        1. This article outlines the benefits of day trading, including the potential for high profits, independence, and flexibility. It highlights the success stories of skilled traders who have made significant earnings through careful strategy and risk management.
        2.  “Day trading isn’t a hobby or an occasional activity if you are serious about making money. While there is no guarantee that you will make money or be able to predict your average rate of return over any period, there are strategies that you can master to help you lock in gains while minimizing losses.”