This goes with the whole idea that people see the good in their government officials but dont like the government as a whole. When they looked at Hillary they admitted that she had good leadership skills and qualities but when those same people were asked if she could be honest and trusted almost every single one of them said she couldnt.
Shows just how far a official is going to go to look good to the public. He did not come out and say yes i defiantly believe in gay marriage and it would be a great idea but instead said it would be a grade decision going on a more modern path. Everyone wants up one more peg on the ladder and are willing to do whatever it takes to get there.
These are images and videos on the Baltimore riots. With all the recent incidents of racial tensions relating to police it is very evident how people are feeling about what's going on. The riots overnight were out of control and very damaging. In no way am I condoning damaging others or their property but these riots or demonstrations are making these injustices more aware to the public and prevent them from happening again. This isn't new. Baltimore had similar riots in 1968, as did other cities that suffered from racial tensions. This points out how many view the justice system and how it is messed up.
I would agree, I do not condone the violence, but this is a very serious issue that many are obviously passionate about. Since you brought up the year 1968, I thought about the NAACP and their ways of making a difference. I honestly think more litigation and bringing of lawsuits could make more of a difference today. Especially since there are some places trying to use police cams, and other ways to make the police force more transparent. It would be easier to obtain evidence. Maybe not soon, but eventually, action would be taken and in a more peaceful manner.
I definitely think it's a wake up call, but at the same time the people acting out are making things worse for them, especially if they get caught. The mother who punished her son for being involved in the incidents is definitely on the right page
http://www.msnbc.com/msnbc/missed-the-mark-bud-light-admits-latest-branding-mistake Bud Light is having what they call an "Up for Whatever" campaign by putting messages on their bottles to encourage fun, and they put the message “The perfect beer for removing the word ‘no’ from your vocabulary for the night.” This exploded on social media, in outrage, and now Bud Light is being called "the date rape beer." I too think this is pretty ridiculous. I just don't understand how the company would allow something like this to get manufactured nationwide. Was there no one who thought "maybe this might offend someone."? Bud Light posted an apology claiming their message "missed the mark," but there is no excuse.
I agree with you. The beer company shouldn't be advertising people drinking beer and not worrying about anything. That is so not true. People should be smart when drinking. I could understand why people would find this outrages and be angered by it.
http://www.nytimes.com/2015/04/30/opinion/nicholas-kristof-when-baltimore-burned.html?ref=opinion&_r=0 I don't agree with how Baltimore chooses to lash out to officers. Instead of damaging your own community why not stand up and march. They would be respected by America as well as taken more serious, and it could even lead to more changes for the rest of the world dealing with racism. The rioting thing has gotten way to far and know its killing other people. Officers who had nothing to do with any of the killings, are now suffering. Their putting there life on the line because a community decides to lose all control.
http://www.nytimes.com/2015/04/30/opinion/on-same-sex-marriage-its-too-late-to-wait-and-see-at-the-supreme-court.html?ref=opinion Its so true that same sex marriage is not a wait and see process, there are so may kids being raised by the same sex, and even more then half or just about half of the states has legalized the right. It all comes down to equality so its only fair for the courts to do their part in making everybody equal.
I think the issue is a bit larger than just the court doing their part for equality. A big topic of discussion during the early court proceedings is that the institution of marriage has been the union of a man and a woman for centuries. Numerous justices on the court have already cited their uneasiness with changing this. The other thing that has to be considered is who is going to make the decision. Many justices on the court seem to want to pass the decision off to the states, whereas others want to make the decision on their own. Regardless, it will be fascinating to watch this play out in the coming months.
http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2015/03/27/hillary-backer-calling-clinton-calculating-or-ambitious-is-coded-sexism/ In this article, the author vents his frustration over many Hillary Clinton supporters claiming that any negative media about the Presidential hopeful is a result of sexist writing. The author writes about one supporter, who said that the media using words such as “ambitious” and “will do anything to win” proved that they were going after her because she is a woman. I find the these arguments just as annoying and appalling as the author of this article. It is ridiculous that the media’s use of these words means that they are sexist, as they are simply doing what they do for any candidate, male or female. It is unfortunate that Clinton’s gender should be constantly thrown into the mix of campaign issues, as it allows supporters to accuse anyone who does not agree with her of being sexist. Hopefully this will not continue to be much of a problem going forward, especially if she wins the Democratic nomination.
Better schools in Baltimore won't change the fact that people are unhappy with the police. It won't prevent cops from shooting people that they think are threats. It might make attendance better.. But that won't matter if it doesn't change the interests of the kid. I don't think it would help the situations and riots in Baltimore... But academically? Yes
As far as uducation in poverty striken cities across the United States goes I think it is important. A basic education is needed for almost any job or to just simply live a fulfilling life. But I think that Taylor is right in that it will not solve the grater problem. The issue is that people in these circumstances feel as though they have not gotten their fair share of what the blacks in communities with more money have gotten. If you ask me the killing just lit the fuse. What built the bomb is that these people are ultimately not happy with what life has given them. So naturally they are going to be more likely to lash out against people with more authority or more money than then. Money breeds envy and jelousy and that breeds hate.
What they are doing in baltamore is wrong and it is hurting there chance of any real change. Because they are just destroying there town they are basically acting like terrorists. The government never gives in to terrorists so why would this be any different.
http://mobile.nytimes.com/2015/05/01/opinion/david-brooks-the-nature-of-poverty.html The Nature of Poverty I actually agree with what this article had to say. It makes the suggestion that rather than spending all of this money on foreign affairs, we should spend the money on improving the lives of our own citizens. I think that this is a good idea. However I do not agree with the assumption that the author made that the Baltimore riots were the result of not doing anything about poverty. One has nothing to do with the other and if I was the government and I was pumping money into poverty striken cities Baltimore would be last on my list due to how they have been acting.
The more the government does the more they screw it up. This money should be given to corporations because they have proven that they know how to make money. There the one who can create lasting jobs that increase economic involvement. So don't ask for more involvement because if it's anything like Obama care. They'lol just mess it up.
A program has been proposed, in which $20 million dollars would be given to police forces to buy and learn how to use body cameras. The death of Walter Scott has proved that body cameras could significantly decrease the amount of deaths by police every year. On camera, it showed the officer shooting Walter several times in the back, after attempting to run. However, $20 million seems to be an excessive amount for something that could have no huge effects. Cameras and technology breaks, especially with the amount of manhandling officers do. Is it worth the money?
Many people have it rough in this economy. Many people want an increase to the minimum wage. Minimum wage is not survivable, and taxpayers have to pick up their end by paying taxes toward Medicaid/Medicare, food stamps, etc. Basically, we are giving corporations welfare. They will pay as little as they can get away with, and we have to pick up to slack. In a bill introduced to Congress, it suggests the raise of minimum wage to $12, instead of $7.25. This would allow several people to get off of government financial help. However, many are afraid that this would allow people to work a minimum wage job their entire lives without having to further their education.
This is about the patriot act, and how it would be harder to conduct mass surveillance of Americans without regard to whether they committed wrong doing.I think instead of doing what they can now and trying to improve it later, they should do the most they can before forcing it.
After the retreat of Neanderthals across Europe modern humans made their ways to these caves. These caves hold their first depictions of art. Chauvet Cave in France holds early mans depictions of buffalo, rhinos battling, lions and horses. This cave is remaining closed for the sake of preserving the art. But a nearby cave will open with recreations of the art made in it for the public to witness. Scientists believe that the rock art is 32,000-36,000 years old. Although some archaeologists have found cave paintings as old as 75,000 years old.
The Jalisco New Generation cartel has launched a vicious coordinated attack this Friday. After a possible operation aimed to take down the cartels leader. Cartel operatives shut down highways and burned down gas stations and banks all over the state of Jalisco. With attacks said to be reported in three other states of Colima, Guanajuato, and Nayarit. The operatives even fired on a Mexican army helicopter causing it to emergency land. Twenty communities in Jalisco were affected, four gun battles occurred, eleven blazes were set to banks and sixteen to gas stations. And seven people were killed.
Well i'm not very sure how this relates to politics, i guess you could show this an example for what the FAA has the power to do. It is kind of cool how the Air Force One wasnt even called that when yhe first designed the airplane for the president. They had to have a specific inicident for them to change that. Now a private dealer wants yo buy the original airplane that was The first Air Force One.
http://www.cnn.com/interactive/2015/04/world/nepal-kathmandu-pano/ This article shows the aftermath of the horrible earthquake that happened in Nepal. This is so sad. I feel bad for those people that are going through this. In my opinion I feel like we should send over people to help then and maybe donate money to help relive the damaged they are feeling over there.
http://www.nytimes.com/2015/04/28/opinion/david-brooks-goodness-and-power.html?ref=opinion&_r=0
ReplyDeleteThis goes with the whole idea that people see the good in their government officials but dont like the government as a whole. When they looked at Hillary they admitted that she had good leadership skills and qualities but when those same people were asked if she could be honest and trusted almost every single one of them said she couldnt.
http://www.nytimes.com/2015/04/28/opinion/why-chief-justice-john-roberts-might-support-gay-marriage.html?ref=opinion
ReplyDeleteShows just how far a official is going to go to look good to the public. He did not come out and say yes i defiantly believe in gay marriage and it would be a great idea but instead said it would be a grade decision going on a more modern path. Everyone wants up one more peg on the ladder and are willing to do whatever it takes to get there.
http://www.cnn.com/2015/04/28/us/baltimore-riots/index.html
ReplyDeleteThese are images and videos on the Baltimore riots. With all the recent incidents of racial tensions relating to police it is very evident how people are feeling about what's going on. The riots overnight were out of control and very damaging. In no way am I condoning damaging others or their property but these riots or demonstrations are making these injustices more aware to the public and prevent them from happening again. This isn't new. Baltimore had similar riots in 1968, as did other cities that suffered from racial tensions. This points out how many view the justice system and how it is messed up.
I would agree, I do not condone the violence, but this is a very serious issue that many are obviously passionate about. Since you brought up the year 1968, I thought about the NAACP and their ways of making a difference. I honestly think more litigation and bringing of lawsuits could make more of a difference today. Especially since there are some places trying to use police cams, and other ways to make the police force more transparent. It would be easier to obtain evidence. Maybe not soon, but eventually, action would be taken and in a more peaceful manner.
DeleteI definitely think it's a wake up call, but at the same time the people acting out are making things worse for them, especially if they get caught. The mother who punished her son for being involved in the incidents is definitely on the right page
Deletehttp://www.msnbc.com/msnbc/missed-the-mark-bud-light-admits-latest-branding-mistake
ReplyDeleteBud Light is having what they call an "Up for Whatever" campaign by putting messages on their bottles to encourage fun, and they put the message “The perfect beer for removing the word ‘no’ from your vocabulary for the night.” This exploded on social media, in outrage, and now Bud Light is being called "the date rape beer." I too think this is pretty ridiculous. I just don't understand how the company would allow something like this to get manufactured nationwide. Was there no one who thought "maybe this might offend someone."? Bud Light posted an apology claiming their message "missed the mark," but there is no excuse.
I agree with you. The beer company shouldn't be advertising people drinking beer and not worrying about anything. That is so not true. People should be smart when drinking. I could understand why people would find this outrages and be angered by it.
Deletehttp://www.nytimes.com/2015/04/30/opinion/nicholas-kristof-when-baltimore-burned.html?ref=opinion&_r=0
ReplyDeleteI don't agree with how Baltimore chooses to lash out to officers. Instead of damaging your own community why not stand up and march. They would be respected by America as well as taken more serious, and it could even lead to more changes for the rest of the world dealing with racism. The rioting thing has gotten way to far and know its killing other people. Officers who had nothing to do with any of the killings, are now suffering. Their putting there life on the line because a community decides to lose all control.
http://www.nytimes.com/2015/04/30/opinion/on-same-sex-marriage-its-too-late-to-wait-and-see-at-the-supreme-court.html?ref=opinion
ReplyDeleteIts so true that same sex marriage is not a wait and see process, there are so may kids being raised by the same sex, and even more then half or just about half of the states has legalized the right. It all comes down to equality so its only fair for the courts to do their part in making everybody equal.
I think the issue is a bit larger than just the court doing their part for equality. A big topic of discussion during the early court proceedings is that the institution of marriage has been the union of a man and a woman for centuries. Numerous justices on the court have already cited their uneasiness with changing this. The other thing that has to be considered is who is going to make the decision. Many justices on the court seem to want to pass the decision off to the states, whereas others want to make the decision on their own. Regardless, it will be fascinating to watch this play out in the coming months.
Deletehttp://www.foxnews.com/politics/2015/03/27/hillary-backer-calling-clinton-calculating-or-ambitious-is-coded-sexism/
ReplyDeleteIn this article, the author vents his frustration over many Hillary Clinton supporters claiming that any negative media about the Presidential hopeful is a result of sexist writing. The author writes about one supporter, who said that the media using words such as “ambitious” and “will do anything to win” proved that they were going after her because she is a woman. I find the these arguments just as annoying and appalling as the author of this article. It is ridiculous that the media’s use of these words means that they are sexist, as they are simply doing what they do for any candidate, male or female. It is unfortunate that Clinton’s gender should be constantly thrown into the mix of campaign issues, as it allows supporters to accuse anyone who does not agree with her of being sexist. Hopefully this will not continue to be much of a problem going forward, especially if she wins the Democratic nomination.
http://www.foxnews.com/opinion/2015/04/29/gretchen-take-would-better-schools-help-in-baltimore/
ReplyDeleteBetter schools in Baltimore won't change the fact that people are unhappy with the police. It won't prevent cops from shooting people that they think are threats. It might make attendance better.. But that won't matter if it doesn't change the interests of the kid. I don't think it would help the situations and riots in Baltimore... But academically? Yes
As far as uducation in poverty striken cities across the United States goes I think it is important. A basic education is needed for almost any job or to just simply live a fulfilling life. But I think that Taylor is right in that it will not solve the grater problem. The issue is that people in these circumstances feel as though they have not gotten their fair share of what the blacks in communities with more money have gotten. If you ask me the killing just lit the fuse. What built the bomb is that these people are ultimately not happy with what life has given them. So naturally they are going to be more likely to lash out against people with more authority or more money than then. Money breeds envy and jelousy and that breeds hate.
DeleteWhat they are doing in baltamore is wrong and it is hurting there chance of any real change. Because they are just destroying there town they are basically acting like terrorists. The government never gives in to terrorists so why would this be any different.
Deletehttp://mobile.nytimes.com/2015/05/01/opinion/david-brooks-the-nature-of-poverty.html
ReplyDeleteThe Nature of Poverty
I actually agree with what this article had to say. It makes the suggestion that rather than spending all of this money on foreign affairs, we should spend the money on improving the lives of our own citizens. I think that this is a good idea. However I do not agree with the assumption that the author made that the Baltimore riots were the result of not doing anything about poverty. One has nothing to do with the other and if I was the government and I was pumping money into poverty striken cities Baltimore would be last on my list due to how they have been acting.
The more the government does the more they screw it up. This money should be given to corporations because they have proven that they know how to make money. There the one who can create lasting jobs that increase economic involvement. So don't ask for more involvement because if it's anything like Obama care. They'lol just mess it up.
Deletehttp://www.cnn.com/2015/05/01/politics/justice-department-body-cameras/index.html
ReplyDeleteA program has been proposed, in which $20 million dollars would be given to police forces to buy and learn how to use body cameras. The death of Walter Scott has proved that body cameras could significantly decrease the amount of deaths by police every year. On camera, it showed the officer shooting Walter several times in the back, after attempting to run. However, $20 million seems to be an excessive amount for something that could have no huge effects. Cameras and technology breaks, especially with the amount of manhandling officers do. Is it worth the money?
http://www.nytimes.com/2015/05/01/opinion/picking-up-the-tab-for-low-wages.html?ref=opinion&_r=0
ReplyDeleteMany people have it rough in this economy. Many people want an increase to the minimum wage. Minimum wage is not survivable, and taxpayers have to pick up their end by paying taxes toward Medicaid/Medicare, food stamps, etc. Basically, we are giving corporations welfare. They will pay as little as they can get away with, and we have to pick up to slack. In a bill introduced to Congress, it suggests the raise of minimum wage to $12, instead of $7.25. This would allow several people to get off of government financial help. However, many are afraid that this would allow people to work a minimum wage job their entire lives without having to further their education.
http://www.nytimes.com/2015/05/02/opinion/more-excuses-on-the-patriot-act.html?partner=rssnyt&emc=rss&_r=0
ReplyDeleteThis is about the patriot act, and how it would be harder to conduct mass surveillance of Americans without regard to whether they committed wrong doing.I think instead of doing what they can now and trying to improve it later, they should do the most they can before forcing it.
After the retreat of Neanderthals across Europe modern humans made their ways to these caves. These caves hold their first depictions of art. Chauvet Cave in France holds early mans depictions of buffalo, rhinos battling, lions and horses. This cave is remaining closed for the sake of preserving the art. But a nearby cave will open with recreations of the art made in it for the public to witness. Scientists believe that the rock art is 32,000-36,000 years old. Although some archaeologists have found cave paintings as old as 75,000 years old.
ReplyDeletehttp://mobile.nytimes.com/2015/04/25/arts/design/the-chauvet-caves-hyperreal-wonders-replicated.html
The Jalisco New Generation cartel has launched a vicious coordinated attack this Friday. After a possible operation aimed to take down the cartels leader. Cartel operatives shut down highways and burned down gas stations and banks all over the state of Jalisco. With attacks said to be reported in three other states of Colima, Guanajuato, and Nayarit. The operatives even fired on a Mexican army helicopter causing it to emergency land. Twenty communities in Jalisco were affected, four gun battles occurred, eleven blazes were set to banks and sixteen to gas stations. And seven people were killed.
ReplyDeletehttps://news.vice.com/article/coordinated-attacks-hit-western-mexico-after-operation-to-nab-cartel-leader-reports-say
http://www.cnn.com/2015/05/01/politics/first-air-force-one-columbine-arizona-desert/index.html
ReplyDeleteWell i'm not very sure how this relates to politics, i guess you could show this an example for what the FAA has the power to do. It is kind of cool how the Air Force One wasnt even called that when yhe first designed the airplane for the president. They had to have a specific inicident for them to change that. Now a private dealer wants yo buy the original airplane that was The first Air Force One.
http://www.cnn.com/interactive/2015/04/world/nepal-kathmandu-pano/
ReplyDeleteThis article shows the aftermath of the horrible earthquake that happened in Nepal. This is so sad. I feel bad for those people that are going through this. In my opinion I feel like we should send over people to help then and maybe donate money to help relive the damaged they are feeling over there.