Sarah Spiker
Rainey earned her BA and MPA from Western Kentucky University. She is currently a deacon with PC-USA and an animal welfare manager. In a former life, Rainey was a collegiate debate champion, a level II certified tutor through CRLA, the Abdul H. Rifai winner at the Kentucky Political Science Association annual conference, a Crew Leader Assistant with the Census Bureau, an intern with Homeland Security at Oak Ridge National Lab, and a successful two-term campaign manager for a local city commissioner.
Rainey is a member of PETA and an advocate of spay-neuter programs. She and her husband regularly volunteer their time and home to foster rescue basset hounds. She and her husband live a semi-terrian lifestyle, limiting meat and animal byproducts in their diet. Rainey actively keeps a garden running year-round at a local community garden and in indoor planting pots.
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Pros and Cons of Survey Methods
An ill-conceived survey can create biased results that misinform policymakers and citizens alike. The five main types of surveys each have their own benefits.
Sep 22, 2009
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Sunnis, Shiites, and Theocracy
Conflict between the Sunnis and Shiites in Iran has made its way into U.S. media. Yet the average American knows virtually nothing of the theocracy of Iran.
Aug 17, 2009
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Seven Principles of Deep Ecology
Deep ecology is often misunderstood as radical environmental psychobabble. Understanding the principles of the movement can cultivate respect for this school of thought.
Aug 17, 2009
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Early Environmental Curriculum
What is the difference between a naturalist, a conservationist, and a preservationist? Teaching children the difference can help them develop their own green lifestyles.
Aug 17, 2009
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Eating on the Cheap in College
Ditch the Ramen noodles! Even the hungriest of students can eat well without breaking the bank. All it takes is a little willingness to spend time working on a meal.
Aug 17, 2009
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Moving? Pack With Banana Boxes
Nearly every grocery store sells Chiquita brand bananas - and the boxes that accumulate are perfect for packing and moving just about anything. Here's why.
Aug 16, 2009
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Placing Settlements In Settlers of Catan
Frustrated at missing the best starting spots in Settlers of Catan? This article explains how to find out that perfect spot to place a settlement.
Aug 16, 2009
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Saving Money When Shopping For Food
In this economy, every dollar counts. Shopping smart when it comes to food can save a family hundreds, if not thousands of dollars every year. Save money!
Aug 16, 2009
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Teamwork in Halo 3
Halo 3's matchmaking game is, at its core, a game about teamwork. Being a good team player means improving the kill-death spread, and hitting 50 (or 100) points first.
Aug 16, 2009
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Home-Style Tactics for Politicians
Like fingerprints, politicians develop a unique home-style approach to gain popular support from constituents through interaction and issue development.
Jul 11, 2009
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