1. These protests on inequality involve people who do not accurately know what the protest is for, but want to be a part of the movement towards equality.
2. Protests are meaningful and murky. They have a common goal of defeating the "status quo".
3. Politicians will use protests in their campaigns.
4. The poor and the young are the most important to these protests because their voices are the ones that are heard in the political positions.
5. The protests have a power to hit the people of America in an emotional "chord".
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/10/22/opinion/blow-occupy-apalooza-strikes-a-chord.html?ref=charlesmblow
Thursday, December 22, 2011
Newt's War on Poor Children
1. Gingrich has reached a new low (surprisingly possible), by saying that children do not need labor laws and that poor children only understand illegal behavior.
2. Gingrich's statement neglects all the other rising-poor families in the U.S. and doesn't consider the fact that poor people do work, legally, to live.
3. Blow believes that because of the significant results of poor families with many laborers in the family, that poor people should be given credit for the work that they do.
4. In the economic depression, Gingrich, who is well off, is wrong in accusing all poor children of committing illegal activities to gain wealth or simply survive under living conditions.
5. The Republican party is becoming void of compassion.
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/12/03/opinion/blow-newts-war-on-poor-children.html?ref=charlesmblow
2. Gingrich's statement neglects all the other rising-poor families in the U.S. and doesn't consider the fact that poor people do work, legally, to live.
3. Blow believes that because of the significant results of poor families with many laborers in the family, that poor people should be given credit for the work that they do.
4. In the economic depression, Gingrich, who is well off, is wrong in accusing all poor children of committing illegal activities to gain wealth or simply survive under living conditions.
5. The Republican party is becoming void of compassion.
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/12/03/opinion/blow-newts-war-on-poor-children.html?ref=charlesmblow
Friday, December 9, 2011
The G.O.P.’s ‘Black People’ Platform
1. Gingrich's belief that Blacks deserve direct paychecks disparaged the minority race.
2. Using racial anxiety is a political strategy to energize the Republican platform.
3. Republicans' points on welfare acknowledge that all Blacks are lazy.
http://www.nytimes.com/2012/01/07/opinion/blow-the-gops-black-people-platform.html?ref=charlesmblow
2. Using racial anxiety is a political strategy to energize the Republican platform.
3. Republicans' points on welfare acknowledge that all Blacks are lazy.
http://www.nytimes.com/2012/01/07/opinion/blow-the-gops-black-people-platform.html?ref=charlesmblow
Monday, November 7, 2011
My Opinion on Marijuana
I believe that Marijuana should not be imposed upon to the population through advertising, as shown in the Marijuana candy, however it is not a very big deal because there aren't many adverse effects of Marijuana, as the stupid stoners and troublesome arrests columns wrote about. I think that Medical Marijuana should be legalized because it provides beneficial effects to those in need of the conditions that one gets after ingesting Marijuana, however, this allows for more leniency in the use of Marijuana. This is okay because there are not many adverse effects and it can cause and increase of wealth in the business, and less "troublesome arrests". In regards to doctors and the difficult position they are placed in, I believe that doctors under the legal law of prescribing Medical Marijuana should listen to their own morals and beliefs and prescribe Marijuana only if they want. It ultimately is up to the opinion of the doctor to prescribe the federally illegal drug. Overall, I believe that Marijuana should not be illegal, however, there should be laws monitoring the use of Marijuana, like the use of alcohol.
"Stupid Stoners"
http://www.opposingviews.com/i/health/alternative-medicine/science-marijuana-users-aint-stupid-stoners
Investigators involved with the Center for Mental Health Research find not many impacts of Cannabis on users' cognitive functions. Also, improved performance is shown in those who sustain from using Cannabis from those who are light or heavy users, however, only in a very small percent. The investigators believe that there are no effects of Marijuana. The effects are from either past factors or are easily reversible. A study shows that those who abuse alcohol show less damage while using Marijuana, a productive effect of Marijuana use.
Investigators involved with the Center for Mental Health Research find not many impacts of Cannabis on users' cognitive functions. Also, improved performance is shown in those who sustain from using Cannabis from those who are light or heavy users, however, only in a very small percent. The investigators believe that there are no effects of Marijuana. The effects are from either past factors or are easily reversible. A study shows that those who abuse alcohol show less damage while using Marijuana, a productive effect of Marijuana use.
Medical Dispensary (Photo)
http://www.pressdemocrat.com/article/20111024/COMMUNITY/111029724
The Medical Dispensary selling Marijuana illegally looks to be in a neighborhood that is not wealthy. The sign says open on the window showing that even though the product is being sold illegally, the Dispensary has not been taken by the law and is still in business. The Dispensary is named Riverside Wellness. The use of the word wellness shows that they believe the use of Marijuana is beneficial in a medical sense.
The Medical Dispensary selling Marijuana illegally looks to be in a neighborhood that is not wealthy. The sign says open on the window showing that even though the product is being sold illegally, the Dispensary has not been taken by the law and is still in business. The Dispensary is named Riverside Wellness. The use of the word wellness shows that they believe the use of Marijuana is beneficial in a medical sense.
Marijuana Arrests are Troublesome
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/09/27/opinion/trouble-with-marijuana-arrests.html?_r=1&scp=1&sq=marijuana&st=Search
Raymond Kelly, an officer in the NYPD, tells his fellow officers not to arrest those found with small amounts of marijuana unless it is in plain view. He sees that too many are arrested, mostly racial minority males, from small amounts of marijuana, and it is not a large deal unless they are imposing it onto the public. It was said that marijuana arrests are done to keep criminals off of the street, however, most arrested had never imposed violence or been found of any other crime.
Raymond Kelly, an officer in the NYPD, tells his fellow officers not to arrest those found with small amounts of marijuana unless it is in plain view. He sees that too many are arrested, mostly racial minority males, from small amounts of marijuana, and it is not a large deal unless they are imposing it onto the public. It was said that marijuana arrests are done to keep criminals off of the street, however, most arrested had never imposed violence or been found of any other crime.
A Hard Position Placed Upon Doctors
http://www.opposingviews.com/i/health/addiction/california-medical-association-legalize-marijuana
California Medical Association recently passed the law allowing doctors to prescribe Medical Marijuana. A Sacramento physician, Dr. Donald Lyman, shows his ambivalence towards this subject. He states that Marijuana is the first drug largely advocated to be legalized in the United States and that California is one of the only states in the U.S. that has legislation allowing the consumption of marijuana. This is a hard situation for doctors to prescribe marijuana because the federal law states that it is an illegal drug, however, the state law says doctors are legally (morally comes into the minds of the doctors) able to prescribe the drug. He believes that the criminalization of perpetrators using the drug is far worse than the hazards of the drug and it should be maintained like alcohol but be legal.
California Medical Association recently passed the law allowing doctors to prescribe Medical Marijuana. A Sacramento physician, Dr. Donald Lyman, shows his ambivalence towards this subject. He states that Marijuana is the first drug largely advocated to be legalized in the United States and that California is one of the only states in the U.S. that has legislation allowing the consumption of marijuana. This is a hard situation for doctors to prescribe marijuana because the federal law states that it is an illegal drug, however, the state law says doctors are legally (morally comes into the minds of the doctors) able to prescribe the drug. He believes that the criminalization of perpetrators using the drug is far worse than the hazards of the drug and it should be maintained like alcohol but be legal.
Marijuana Without the Marijuana
http://www.opposingviews.com/i/society/drug-law/outrage-over-marijuana-candy-doesnt-even-contain-pot
The associated press publishes that politicians are showing their outrage over a new candy that looks like marijuana, however, has no marijuana substance inside of it. Candies not containing marijuana but shaped like the drug are very dangerous. It will impact and cause young children to think that drugs are okay and "taste good". Refusing to license stores who sell it begins to cross the fine line between safety and censorship. The candy is banned to stop offensive and dangerous messages that can be carried into the minds of young children.
The associated press publishes that politicians are showing their outrage over a new candy that looks like marijuana, however, has no marijuana substance inside of it. Candies not containing marijuana but shaped like the drug are very dangerous. It will impact and cause young children to think that drugs are okay and "taste good". Refusing to license stores who sell it begins to cross the fine line between safety and censorship. The candy is banned to stop offensive and dangerous messages that can be carried into the minds of young children.
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Civil Union Death
Visual Rhetoric:
Many scars on the face
A red bruised eye
Short blonde hair
A hand on her shoulder
Open mouth
This visual rhetoric is shown to give the image of this lesbian woman who suffered the death of her partner and also many injuries to herself. Not only is she suffering with emotional and physical injuries, but also she is trying to win a wrongful death lawsuit for her dead "spouse", but it is not able to go through because civil unions are not recognized in Indiana.
The caption reiterates that Alisha is emotional. The argument of this picture is to show the emotions of Alisha and that she is suffering so many hardships and cannot receive the normal treatment just because she is gay. Gay rights would be the ultimate purpose for this picture.
Many scars on the face
A red bruised eye
Short blonde hair
A hand on her shoulder
Open mouth
This visual rhetoric is shown to give the image of this lesbian woman who suffered the death of her partner and also many injuries to herself. Not only is she suffering with emotional and physical injuries, but also she is trying to win a wrongful death lawsuit for her dead "spouse", but it is not able to go through because civil unions are not recognized in Indiana.
The caption reiterates that Alisha is emotional. The argument of this picture is to show the emotions of Alisha and that she is suffering so many hardships and cannot receive the normal treatment just because she is gay. Gay rights would be the ultimate purpose for this picture.
Sunday, September 18, 2011
Israel Editorial
The editor believes that Obama has not handled the Israeli-Palestinian issue well. The Israeli-Palestinian conflict is not a difficult concept to grasp, however it will never be easily solved because of long lasting religious relationships with the land that is Jerusalem. Obama believes that negotiations are the only way to settle this, but he also believes in two states. This isn't possible to negotiate because both Israelis and Palestinians want the same nebulously defined plot of land. The Israeli Prime Minister should not ignore advice of negotiations because it will hopefully lead to peace.
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Chicago Tribune - Depression Summary
People with depression are not telling their doctors about their symptoms. The most common reason why they aren't is because they don't want to use antidepressants. Depression is a mental disorder and depression symptoms are not known well. Another reason patients aren't telling their doctors is that they don't believe that doctors should be handling emotions. 10% said that they don't want to be recommended to go to see a psychiatrist. A common factor in those who wouldn't speak to his or her doctor was being a female, lower income, Hispanic, and with less education.
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