Each of these seeks a change from the status quo…

The government should impose a penalty on American companies that offshore jobs. • Status Quo = There is no penalty for companies with offshore jobs.

Illegal aliens should be able to obtain a US driver's license.• Status Quo: Illegal aliens cannot obtain a US driver’s license.

It's wrong to eat meat. • Status Quo: Individuals decide if eating meat is okay.

Cell phones fees should based on text message usage.• Status Quo: Cell phone fees are prepaid or based on a plan.

Gene therapy to increase a person's intelligence would be a good thing. • Status Quo: Gene therapy is not currently used.

The federal government should substantially increase public health services for mental health care • Status Quo: Mental health care is one of the lesser funded areas of health care.

The U.S. legal driving age should be raised to 18 years old.• Status Quo: The legal driving age is currently 16 years old.

The Great Valley High School administration should permit soda machines in the cafeteria.• Status Quo: Soda machines have been removed from the building.

Nemko, Marty. “The Dumbing of America � and how to make it (and you) smarter.” 8 Feb. 2010. Jewish World Review 13 May 2004 /22 Iyar, 5764. http://www.jewishworldreview.com/0504/nemko1.asp