Author Archives: Ryan Lowery

The (New) Battle for Barnes & Noble

Posted on 2 March 2013 by Ryan Lowery



Earlier this week, news leaked that Barnes & Noble’s founder and current chairman, Leonard Riggio, was interested in buying the physical bookstore part of the business. The move would completely separate the bookstores from the Nook media division (which includes … Continue reading →

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How to Dress Like a Mailman

Posted on 20 February 2013 by Ryan Lowery



I guess you can consider this an update to my piece from earlier this month, Who’s Killing the USPS?. It was announced today that the struggling United States Postal Service (USPS) will launch a line of all-weather apparel and accessories … Continue reading →

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The Case for a Higher Minimum Wage

Posted on 13 February 2013 by Ryan Lowery



Last night, during his State of the Union Address, President Barack Obama called for the Federal minimum wage to be raised from its current rate of $7.25 an hour to $9 an hour. He also proposed that we tie the … Continue reading →

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Who’s Killing the USPS?

Posted on 7 February 2013 by Ryan Lowery



Recently the the price of a postage stamp soared precipitously to the astronomical price of 46 cents. Yes, my tongue was firmly planted in my cheek as I wrote that. Frankly, 46 cents still seems like a pretty good deal. … Continue reading →

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Goodbye, 2012

Posted on 31 December 2012 by Ryan Lowery



What a year. I say that not knowing if that statement is a good thing or not. The year 2012, at the very least, stands out, though largely because it was filled with so much sorrow. Of course, the phrase … Continue reading →

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Defending Chick-fil-A, well, sorta.

Posted on 29 July 2012 by Ryan Lowery



If you use social media, own a TV, or read or hear news anywhere, chances are you’ve heard about the controversy surrounding the fast food chain Chick-fil-A. If you do not know what I am talking about, allow me to … Continue reading →

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