The purpose of this book is threefold. The first objective is to statistically update the citizens of the United States as to our current status on a number of critical issues. The second objective is to compare our rankings and programs with those of selected nations from around the world. The third objective is to offer common sense solutions based upon the "brainstorming" technique of problem solving. The solutions offered are simplistic, controversial, and merely examples for consideration designed to initiate a creative thought process that we so desperately need within our political and...