BR 12/16/13

Club Fire Kills 233 People in Brazil (Jan. 27): A fire at a night club breaks out and kills at least 233 people. The cause of the fire is a flare from pyrotechnics used by a band performing on stage in the club. This was a large amount of people and it affected the nation will all of the deaths.

The Supreme Court Debates Same-Sex Marriage (Mar. 26): On March 26, 2013 the Supreme Court debated about same-sex marriage. At the time the topic was very heavy and caused a lot of commotion between people. Some disagreed with same-sex marriage and some did.

Multiple Bombs Explode during the Boston Marathon (Apr. 15): During the Boston Marathon on April 15, 2013 a series of bombs went of and killed hundreds of people. They provided that this a terrorist attack on the US and decided to do it where there were many people at one gathering.

Mile-Wide Category 4 Tornado Hits Oklahoma (May 20): On May 20, 2013 a Tornado hit Oklahoma and killed and hurt many people. At least 24 people were killed in this tornado and an elementary school was ruined because of this horrific events.

Elite Firefighters Killed in Arizona (June 30): A fire broke out on Yarnell hill on June 30, 2013. The fire was spread across 8,000 acres and several firemen got killed. This means that firefighters and their gear should be updated and fire safety should be more common.

The Duchess of Cambridge Gives Birth to a Baby Boy (July 22): On July 22, 2013 the Duchess of Cambridge gives birth to a son George Alexander Louis. The child will have the title His Royal Highness Prince George of Cambridge, after Prince Charles and Prince William.

Manning Sentenced to 35 Years for Leaking U.S. Files (Aug. 21): Private Bradley Manning was sent to prison for 35 years for leaking U.S. files to the internet on August 21, 2013. This is a serious thing and people need to know that there are serious consequences for these actions.

Gunman and 12 Victims Killed in D.C. Navy Yard Shooting (Sept. 16): A former Navy Reservist took fire on the D.C. Navy Yard on September 16, 2013. This was a serious event and the consequences need to be taken care of.

Worst Fire Emergency in almost 50 Years (Oct. 22): The worst Fire Emergency in almost 50 years broke out on October 22, 2013. This happened in Australia and should show everyone that fire safety is a big issue and you always need to take precautions with it.

 Man Opens Fire in New Jersey Shopping Mall (Nov. 4): A man opened fire in a New Jersey Shopping Mall on November 4, 2013 but no injuries were reported. This is a serious accusation and everyone needs to know the consequences that come along with the actions.

BR 12/11/13

 1.  Do you believe the police have the same rights to "snoop" in personal cell phone usage as the NSA does?  Or is this a separate entity with different rights?
     I don't think that they should have the right to "snoop" in personal cell phone usage unless they have probable cause.  

2. Do we live in a society where privacy is a thing of the past?
     Yes, no one anymore has any privacy for anyone else.


3.  Why would they use this technique?
     They use this technique to see if anyone is planning a terrorist attack.     

 4.  What other areas should be closely monitored? 
     Other games that have bad things going on in them should be monitored as well.

BR 12/9/13

1.  Does the NSA have a right to collect your personal data without a search warrant or probable cause?
     Yes they have the right if they have probable cause as to collect your personal data.

2.  Why would these tech companies be against providing such said data?
     These tech companies are against providing such information so they don't get tied up in lawsuits.

BR 12/6/13

Read and respond. List three of his greatest achievements.

1. Worked as a lawyer
2. Worked as a political activist
3. He was awarded a Nobel Peace Prize in 1993.

BR 12/4/14

1.  Could this case have a similar outcome in the US?

     I would say that nothing like that would happen in the United States. Even though she got surgery, it shouldn't matter and I don't think it would have mattered in the US.

2.  Interpret what this case says about the father.

     The father was a mean person and should never have got the money. That was just ridiculous that this whole thing even happened.

BR 12/3/13

1.  Why is Limbaugh's message controversial?
     It is controversial because he is calling the pope a Marxist.

BR 12/2/13

Should prisoners be able to vote?
    I don't think that prisoners should be able to vote because they broke the law therefore they should not be able to vote.

 Should recently released felons be able to vote?
    I feel like they should be able to vote. They have served their sentence so therefore they should be able to vote.

Debate Questions- Religion at Public Events

Why should praying not be allowed?

Why can't someone pray by themselves if they want to pray instead of making everyone do it?

BR 11/19/13

Why did the newspaper think so little of the speech?
     They didn't do very well on it and did not revise it.

 How was the speech received in other areas of the Union?
     Lincoln made the speech so some may not have liked or cared for it.

BR 11/18/13

I don't think it should be mandatory to pray before something but I think if you want to pray at a certain time then you should be able to but must not be forced to.

BR 11/13/13

1. Do you agree or disagree with the decision?
     I don't agree with the decision because I think that the people should choose whether they work in a dangerous area or not.

 2.  Do you think it is a violation for Sea World?  Or is it the right if the trainer to decide?  
     I think the trainer should make the decision because it is there life on the line. If they want to put their life on the line that is their own choice.

BR 11/12/13

Read the article and respond how you would have handle the situation if you were the hunter?

     If I was the hunter I would probably have done the same thing. I would probably not want to stay alive and be hooked up to a machine for the rest of my life. It was his own decision and if he felt it was the right thing at the time then he did the right thing.

BR 11/6/13

Read the article and write a paragraph stating whether you agree or disagree with Kmart's decision.  Make sure you include specific examples to support your cause.
     I agree that Kmart could stay open all day on Thanksgiving. Other major stores do so what is the difference? Most stores have different scheduled shifts so no one works all day. I don't know what the big deal because it is not any different from any other store. I think that everyone is making too big of a deal out of something so small.


Contrast this with US laws and how they handle gay rights.
     I believe that it is a persons right to choose whether they are gay or not. No one should have to be forced in or out of being gay. Before it was a big deal but now it is calming down and becoming more frequent. Everyone should be treated equally whether they are gay or not.

BR 11/4/13

1. What effect will tough requirements such as this have on voters?

     They will want to know why there are so many rules against voting.

2. Can these requirements violate the rights of voters?

     No but it makes it harder to vote.

Debate 11/1/13

    INTRODUCTION
 The affirmative had good facts but not very fluent at keeping them together and talking loud and clear. They often took breathes and didn't really know what they were talking about. Only one affirmative spoke.
     The negative side had good facts and kept his sentence structure fluent throughout the presentation. Only one negative spoke.

     CROSSFIRE
     The affirmative had good points but was not fluent with there sentences. The affirmative only had one speaker.
     The negative side put up a good fight and argued some good points. Both negatives spoke and were clear and could understand them. They however kept repeating themselves over and over.

REBUTTAL (negatives)
     They didn't really argue anything they just said facts. They both spoke and had clear voices. They keep repeating themselves.

REBUTTAL (affirmative)
      They argued a point. They new what they were talking about. Both affirmatives spoke.

CLOSING REMARKS (negatives)
     They had good points. They worked well together and they new what they were talking about. They also kept repeating themselves.

CLOSING REMARKS (affirmative)
    They didn't know much of what they were talking about. They often paused when they were talking. He has good points that were made. They ran out of time.

    

BR 11/1/13

1.  Was this a justifiable shooting?
     It was not a justifiable shooting, instead he should have called the police like any other normal person would have.

2.  What does this type of action say about society?
     This type of action shows that people make stupid decisions and most do not get punished for them.

BR 10/31/13

1.  Do you believe this letter is too "harsh" why or why not?
     I do believe it is harsh because this is not a fair ay to

 2.  Do you believe that it is her Constitutional right to hand out said letter?  Why or why not?
     I guess that it is her right because if she wanted to hand out candy she could but she didn't absolutely have to. She can hand out whatever she wants.


 snickers nerds peanut butter cups twix jelly beans candy corn twizzlers gummy bears Butterfinger m&ms

Assignment 10/30/13

Obama Care Website Trouble

     The overall message I got from this was that millions of people are being denied affordable healthcare because of Obama care and website troubles. They think its time that someone stands up for them and tells them how they really feel. They want to stop Obama care and they mean business.
http://www.politicalcartoons.com/cartoon/ba48e37d-b3ae-4543-8c4e-064572017b86.html





Spies Like Us
     The overall message was that people are shocked when learning that Americans were spying on them throughout time. They feel like no matter what anyone does some one is always watching and they believe that there is something that you should be able to do about that.
http://www.politicalcartoons.com/cartoon/4755bcf3-7eb0-470c-ac53-d7da93bb7772.html




Trick or Treat
     The overall message that I took from the cartoon was that Halloween is not what it used to be. It used to be a traditional holiday where small children dressed up and went out trick or treating with their parents following not far behind them. In todays world many teenagers and adults are going trick or treating and it is taking away from the smaller children who haven't had many years to trick or treat. Children were traditional Halloween costumes such as a witch or mummy. In todays world they are dressing up much differently in provocative clothing and things that don't really relate to Halloween and many people are getting upset because it has changed tremendously since they went trick or treating last.
http://www.politicalcartoons.com/cartoon/7493b699-1100-4f38-ac2d-db9d81c72f23.html




Darth Obama
     The overall message is that due to Obama care some things have to be changed. Even though a company, like a health insurance agency, have to change their rules and regulations to be able to afford and run there corporations smoothly. This puts a big dent in the world of businesses but some times things change and that's something that you have to live with.
http://www.cagle.com/recent-political-cartoons/page/3/



Obama and Merkel
     The overall message I received from this cartoon was that Obama has changed many things since he has been in office. One things is that the rules of privacy, these days, have came apart and are no longer really enforced. They are trying to show that Obama is always watching and that there always will be somewhere right there always watching every little move you make so be ready for it when it comes.
http://www.cagle.com/recent-political-cartoons/page/4/


    
    

BR 10/30/13

1. Describe the trend in Virginia.
     Young voters are becoming more in favor of Democrats.

 2.  Is this trend similar throughout America?
     Kind of because some people are Democrats and some are Republicans.

 3.  What impact might this have on future elections?
     It means that there are more Democrats therefore they will have more votes when it comes time for election.

Civics Debate Questions

Should the drinking age be changed to 18?


     1.) Do you think there would be more drinking and driving if the age was lowered to age 18?

     2.) If an 18 year old can help determine who is going to lead our country shouldn't they have the right to drink as they want to.

Assignment 10/29/13

1.) Why is the elephant being arrested? - Cartoon's Message
2.) Why is the Capitol on its top? - Cartoon's Message
3.) What does the cartoon mean? - Subject of the Cartoon
4.) Why is the guy a hero? - Subject of the Cartoon
5.) Why are they on top of a mountain? - Use of Images or Artistic Techniques

     First let your eyes "float over the cartoon. Next follow the cartoon's natural flow by discovering the interaction with the primary focus. Then you have to determine what kind of audience you are talking to so you know how it will react and influence them. You then have to understand the context of the cartoon and know what it says about what is going on. Looking for widely recognized symbols that everyone will be a custom to is the next step. Lastly you have to look at minor details in the cartoon that will contribute to the humor or the point of the cartoon.


     There are five main points cartoonists use in cartoons. Cartoonists use simple objects, or symbols, to stand for larger concepts or ideas. Sometimes cartoonists overdo, or exaggerate, the physical characteristics of people or things in order to make a point. Cartoonists often label objects or people to make it clear exactly what they stand for. An analogy is a comparison between two unlike things. By comparing a complex issue or situation with a more familiar one, cartoonists can help their readers see it in a different light. Irony is the difference between the ways things are and the way things should be, or the way things are expected to be. Cartoonists often use irony to express their opinion on an issue.

BR 10/29/13

1.  Do you feel the "fat test" is legal?
     I feel like the "fat  test" is legal because it is part of there standards.

 2.  Does your weight make you "fit"?
     No it does not because some people that are heavier are just as good at running and physical activities than someone that weighs a hundred pounds.

 3.  How would you handle this issue if you were the government?
     I would reevaluate the "fat test" and rethink what I would compose it of.

Civics Assignment 10/25/13

1.) Based on your responses, YOU are a… Libertarian
        Along with 9% of the public


2.) Overall, your political values are closest to those of a… Moderate Republican


3.)  Your political compass
Economic Left/Right: -1.62
Social Libertarian/Authoritarian: 0.97


4.) You Are 65% Conservative, 35% Liberal


5.) Your PERSONAL issues Score is 50%
Your ECONOMICS issues Score is 40%
According to your answers, the political group that agrees with you most is...

CENTRIST

 

 

 

     I would say I am more conservative than literal. Traditional families and a strong military is what I believe in. Abortion, to me, is wrong and should not even be considered only unless something is seriously wrong with the child and/or mother or if one simply got raped. Taxes should be lowered and there should be cuts because it is not fair for the rich to have to pay more taxes just because they bring in more money, it's not their fault they were more successful than others. This was the way I was raised so therefore I believe the same way as my family does.

BR 10/28/13

1. Read the article and write your initial response.
     I don't think the flag should be flown.

 2.  Do you feel that the writer is correct in his opinion?
     Yes, I feel like the writer is correct in his opinion   

 3.  Why do you feel their is still an issue with the confederate flag still nearly 150 years later?
     A lot of people are racist and are not even sure of what it all means.

Assignment 10/22/13

Antifederalists:
     1. They battled over the ratification of the Constitution.
     2.  They believed that the Constitution would cause disputes over the years.

Federalists:
     1. They supported the ratification of the Constitution.
     2. Alexander Hamilton served as secretary of the treasury in the new government organized by George Washington. They were, by large, the party of "the rich and the well-bon."

1800-1860 Democrats:
     1.  They wanted voting rights for all white males and huge increase in the number of elected offices around the country, and the spread of spoils system.
      2. The Democrats, led by Jackson, were a coalition of small farmers, debtors, frontier pioneers, and slaveholders.

Whigs:
     1. The Whigs were opposed to the tenets of Jacksonian democracy and strongly supported a high tariff.
     2. The party consisted of a loose coalition of eastern bankers, merchants, and industrials, and many owners of large southern plantations.

1860-1932 Democrats:
     1. They opposed sectionalism and helped push the nations party politics back toward the economic arena.
     2. Businesses supported these ideas.

1860-1932 Republicans:
     1. The would act to advance the rights of African Americans.
     2. They were supported by business and financial interests, and by farmers, laborers, and newly freed African Americans.

1932-1968 Democrats:
     1. There goal was to restore the nations economic and social life.
     2. The southerners, farmers and a big-city political organizations supported them.

1932-1968 Republicans:
     1. They also had the goal to restore the nations economic and social life.
     2. Northerners and Manufacturers supported these Republicans.

BR 10/22/13

1.  Do you believe this is a frivolous law suit?  Why or why not?
     I believe that it is a serious lawsuit because he is requesting money from the state when really he does not need it at all.

 2,  On another note, do you believe the men who toppled the rock should be charged with destruction of property?  Why or Why not?  
     I believe that he should be charged with destruction of property because that rock and sat there for a long amount of time and that the charge would just be the cherry on top to filing disability papers which should not have even been considered!

BR 10/21/13

1. Why is it so hard to break away from devices?

     It is so hard to break away from devices because they have become such an addiction. Technology is the main way for communication between people today. 

2. Could you survive without your device(s)?

     Yes, I could go without my electrical device, only if I had my family there with me.

BR 10/14/13

1.  The shut down is over, so what's next?
     I think that the government will go awhile without shutting down again but after a few years the government will probably shut down again due to some of the same problems.

BR 10/16/13

1.  Should the two girls be charged?  yes or no and explain your answer
     I think that the two girls should be charged because this is a threat to someones life and this would show the world how bad bullying really is and how quickly the bullying could stop.

2.  What is the difference between a misdemeanor and a felony?
      A misdemeanor is an act that is fixed with substantial fines and may require some jail time. A felony is a more serious crime that may require several years in jail, most likely with a first degree charge.

3.  What is one thing do you think should be done to combat bullying? 
     Charges against these students should be enough of a threat to stop bullying all together.

Notes on Making A Difference

Annie Beasant
     1. She was born October 1, 1847.
     2. She was an activist for womens rights.

Leon Sullivan
     1. He was a civil rights leader.
     2. He was born in Charleston, West Virginia.

Susan B. Anthony
     1. She didn't stop fighting until she got what she wanted with womens rights.
     2. She got put in jail for telling the police she was not paying a fine.

Indira Gandhi
     1. She was the third Prime Minister of India.
     2. Her favorite guard shot her once and then another guard shot her several more times.

Rachel Carson
     1. She was a marine biologist after her mother.
     2. She fought against the government and chemical industry to get it to stop.

Caesar Chavez
     1. He was an american farmer and labor leader.
     2. He was born March 31, 1927.

Roger Baldwin
     1. He died at the age of 97.
     2.He earned his bachelor degree at Harvard University.

Eva Peron
     1. She was the First Lady at 27 years old.
     2. At age 15 she became an actress.

Akbar the Great
     1. He took the throne at age 14.
     2. He is known for his leadership styles.

Aung San Suu Kyi
     1. She was born in the country of Berma.
     2. He father created the army in Bermese.

Jane Adams
     1. She won worldwide recognition as a pioneer social worker.
     2. She produced 11 books and several articles.

John Muir
     1. He was a famous author.
     2. In 1849, him and his family Migrated to America.

Deganawida
     1. His name means two river currents streaming together.
     2. He refused to play war game with other children.

W.E.B Duboise
     1. He was a cofounder of the NAACP.
     2. He was 95 years old when he died.

Jacques Cousteau
     1. He always had a strong interest in water.
     2. In 1933 he was in a life threatening car accident.

Ida B. Wells
     1. Her parents were once slaves and then were not because of President Lincoln.
     2. Her husband was a newspaper owner.

BR 10/15/13

Simply read the article and respond
      The Janitor of a school offered students one dollar to beat up another kid. I don't know how someone so sickly minded would even consider hurting a child, especially an adult! This should be a crime towards the janitor.

How do we keep events like this from happening?  
     
     There really is no way to keep this from happening except for taking legal action against these threats.

BR 10/14/13

Summarize the article, and explain how this protest differed from earlier protests at the WWII Memorial.

     The article was about the government shutdown and how they are trying to use veterans as pawns in the shutdown. The crowd chanted " Tear down these walls!" as they entered the memorial plaza. They picked up the fence and brought it to the white house. 

BR 10/11/13

1.  Is it fair to force the states to pay something that is the responsibility of the national government?  
     I don't think its fair because it should be the responsibility of the national government.
2.  Select which of the parks you would most like to visit and tell why. 
     I would most like to visit Yosemite National Park because I have recently researched the park and saw many beautiful photographs of the park. I think it would be so neat to actually see the photographs that Ansel Adams took in real life of Yosemite.

BR 10/10/13

1.  What does this say about the state of our legislative branch?
     The legislative branch wants to boost back up the government.

2.  If you were the Speaker of the House, how would you rectify this situation? 

BR 10/9/13

 1.  Do you think there should be a limit on campaign contributions?  Why or Why not?
     I don't think there should be a limit because this is a personal decision for a certain person.

 2.  How does this deal with the issue of free expression that we discussed in class?
     In class we discussed that you have a right to free speech so you should be able to do what you want to.

 3.  Should a person be limited on what and where they spend their  money?
     I don't think that a person should be limited on where and what they spend their money on because it is there money and they earn it, therefore they should choose what they do with it.

 4.  If the Supreme Court agrees with the McCutcheon  how would this change political campaigning? 
     If the Supreme Court agrees with the McCutcheon this would change the political campaign by making them spend a certain amount of money on something. That would not be fair.

BR 10/8/13

1.  Do you agree or disagree with changing the name?  Defend your position in one paragraph.
     This name has been the same since long ago, so why should we change it now? I think that so many people like the name now it would just be a big confusion to everyone. If the name was meant to offend someone it would have been changed a long time ago. There are people who are just trying to cause a big problem when there is really no reason too. No one is meant to be singled out on the team or being offended therefore I don't know why people make such a big deal over this.

Response to my Grandchild

Well honey, no matter what you do in life you will always make a difference. Helping someone out with there homework or helping your mom clean your room, you are making a difference. For several years Mamaw played so many sports and has helped so many people improve their game and support there decisions. Even this is making a difference in someones life. Anything as simple as picking up papers that someone has dropped or saving someone from drowning is making a difference, especially saving a life.

BR 10/7/13

1.What does this say about our national security?
     This shows that we do not have the expert security that everyone says we do.

2.  Are you surprised that something like this could happen in 2013?
     I am kind of shocked that this happened because he had no ticket for the plane, he got through security and actually got into the plane. He had to be a very smart little boy for this to happen.

BR 10/4/10

What information is the same, what is different?

     They are both the same because they are women that have gotten in car chases. They are different because one had a severe medical problem and the other didn't.

BR 10/2/13

This article is about the government shutting down because they can't agree on a certain thing. I feel like the government should work together to solve this problem because they are leading everyone in America. They should be and act like leaders to be a role model for the rest of the nation.

BR 10/1/13

Write three questions you still have about the shut down
   
     1. Why can't they just make a decision together?
   
     2. How do they have the right to just shut down?

     3. Why do we not just dismiss everything and forget about it?

BR 9/30/13

1.  What do all have in common?
            All the articles have in common of attacks that have happened in the U.S. There was even an American, ex-army soldier that committed the crime. The last article was about the government shutting down. They all have to do with the government and attacks on them.

BR 9/26/13

1. From the movie, what are the benefits of a centralized system?

The benefits of a centralized system from the movie are it's a way to control what happens in the world. Another benefit it may be is it can take control and use and find out information on just about anything.

2. How did the advanced technology control the lives of the people in the movie?

     In the movie, the advanced technology ruined all kinds of lives because it tried to gain to much power that eventually caused comotion. It needed Jerry's face and voice for recognition to allow the crystals to go off. This ruined Jerry's and Rachel's life because they became suspects.

3. Do you want to have that kind of technology in our community, like our school or municipality? Defend your stand.

     I don't think we need any kind of technology to rule our county. Our county is doing just fine now and we don't need a piece of technology become to strong and try to overrule the county.

4. In what way do you use technology wisely? Give an example.

     Technology is a way of communication for me. This is a way that I can talk to family members and friends as easily as possible.

5. What message does the movie want to convey? How should you use or treat technology in this digital age?
 The movie wants to show the people that the government is always there watching you. Whatever you do on computers, cameras, and phones the government has a way to track and find out what you are doing. No one should abuse technology. Technology is how we find things out easier and faster. It is also a means of communication. Technology is so important in so many ways and I think its always going to be important.

BR 9/19/13

     I don't think a video game has anything to do with killing someone. A video game can not predict how someone should act. Playing a game is no excuse to kill someone. I think it's ridiculous that someone would even blame video games for the reason of major shooting. There are so many people that play violent video games that do not commit a crime!

BR 9/18/13

1. List three reasons why the school district claims to be collecting this information.
     So they can monitor if the students are talking about drug activity
     So they can prevent suicide
     So they can prevent truancy

2. Is this an invasion of privacy?
     I believe that this is kind of an invasion of privacy but I feel like it would probably work with some students.


3. How would you react if this practice were implemented in Barbour County?
     I wouldn't mind it because I know that I'm not doing anything wrong on social media sites and i would be in the clear if they went through it.

BR 9/17/13

1. What does this type of reaction say about America as a melting pot?
     It shows that Americans are more towards one heritage than another.


2. Has the civil rights movement equally affected all minorities in America?
     No, because this wouldn't be happening if so.

BR 9/16/13

     This is such a horrific and tragic event to happen. They were in the basement restroom preparing for a church asssembly. The girls bodies were found in the rubble. These girls were so smart and were going to make something of themselves. The world today thinks highly of these little girls and everything they done. They will never be forgotten.

9/11 Assignment

1.) http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1753042/posts

     This personal survivor story is so touching to anyone. This women is explaining her normal work day just as she thought her day should go, absolutely normal. She was just going into work, just as she did everyday, and she heard a loud boom and the smell of fire. Someone said that it was an explosion a couple floors up from where she was at, but in reality that's no what it was at all. This women is lucky to be alive, and I'm glad she is.



2.) http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/News.aspx/159825#.UjWt7Mjn_IU
     This man is so lucky to be alive today. He feels so guilty because he is one of few that survived 9/11. His story is such a miracle. This man jumped from the 22nd floor of the twin towers. All that happened to this man was a broken leg and a crushed ankle. He remembers the building falling and him having no where else to go so he jumped, experienced a bright flash and fell unconscious. This man is so lucky to be alive today.

 


3.) http://www.cbn.com/cbnnews/us/2009/September/911-Survivor-Shares-Survival-Story/

     Sujo John is just an average man working in the World Trade Center Tower 1, and his wife working in Tower 2. On September 11, 2001 Sujo went to work on the 81st floor and heard a loud explosion. Little did he know that just floors away from him, an airplane had hit the tower. He remembers the building swaying back and forth and was tilting to the left. It took Sujo a little over an hour to get out of the 81st floor. He had no idea where his wife was, but with the help of praying to God, neither one of them were hurt.

BR 9/13/13

What is this significance?
     The significance is that no one got hurt and it happened because someone staged it.

Was war a success or failure?
     I think this was a failure because nothing really happened from it and it didn't really go anywhere.

BR 9/12/13

1. Interpret what the meaning is of the article. How will job seekers view this information.
     Non working benefits, like welfare, is surprisingly below 300,000 since 2006. This means that more people are getting up and getting jobs to help support themselves rather than recieving benefits such as welfare from the government. I think job seekers will realize that more jobs are coming into effect and it should be easier to get a job now a days.

2. Does this mean the economy is improving?
     This does not necassarily mean that the economy is improving but its a good start! This may mean that more people are getting jobs so the government will have to stop taking money out of the hardworking peoples paychecks and stop paying those people that don't work. This could be the start to a better economy!

BR 9/11/13

     What is the difference between privacy and security? Privacy is something that no one else has connection to of a certain persons belonging. Security is something that is securing the product that you don't want someone else to see. Security may be more efficient than having your own privacy. If you have good security then someone else is responsible for not letting anyone in or finding anything out. I feel like I should have my own privacy unless I do something that puts a target on my back, to give them a reason to investigate me.

BR 9/9/13

1. Does the US have a responsibility to be a world police force?
     They very well do because of the chemical weapons.

2. What roll should the UN play in enforcement?
     The UN should play the same role as we have.

3. Why are chemical weapons of such concern to the world?
     So many people could die so fast because of all of the chemical weapons.

BR 9/6/13

1. Write a reaction to the article.
     I am absolutely shocked that a father would do this to there child because of his grammar. I don't think, for any reason, that this is acceptable whatsoever. This man should be in a jail for awhile and see how it feels to be slapped around.
2. What do the father's action show?
    The fathers actions show that he is very controlling and that something so simple makes him so mad. I don't think that he is father material this day in age.
3. Would this have been acceptable in the 1950s?
     Yes, this is the way that they treated everyone back then, and it was horrible.

BR 9/5/13

1. Should McDonalds raise the prices on its "Dollar Menu?" Justify your answer.
     I don't think so because the product is just the amount that it cost and no one would buy it if it was raised.

2. Should entry level fast food workers be paid a "living wage?"
     I think that they should be paid atleast living wage but more would be better to help out families.

BR 9/4/13

1. What fields and or degrees should a person pursue?
     English and phychology are degrees people should pursue.

2. What additional data would you like to see?
     I would like to see the ending amount of each job.

3. How will this impact your decisions about college?
     I would like to pursue in a good paying job.

BR 9/3/13

1. Do you think this is invasion of your privacy? Justify your answer.
      I do believe that this is an invasion of privacy because they had access to all of your personal thoughts and opinions. They should have to ask for permission from you because it is invading our privacy.

2. Does this comply with the terms and conditions for use of Facebook? Have you read them?
     I have not read the terms and conditions for the use of Facebook so I wouldn't know if this complies with it or not.

3. Does this violate your 4th Amendment rights?
     It effects your privacy because they are invading it so yes it does violate your 4th Amendment.

BR - 8/30/13

     I believe that this is so stupid. I can't believe that someone would have the guts to tell them they had to leave. The business should be held responsible for this action and they should pay the consequences. Many years ago, I thought this problem was solved and racism was no longer a problem. This business will probably have severe law suits against them and I think they should. This should have never happened and I feel bad for the african american family.

I Have A Dream Assignment

19. "I have a dream that one day on the red hills of Georgia the sons of former slaves and the sons of former slave-owners will be able to sit down together at a table of brotherhood."

     This means that Martin Luther King Jr. believes that one day everyone, black and white, will be able to sit down together at a table for lunch. In the red hills of Georgia, he believes that not only slaves but there slave owners will one day be sitting together and not get judged for it. This does not only mean in Georgia but everywhere in the United States. He is basically saying that one day everyone will be treated equal and that african americans and americans will no longer be split apart for bathroom usage or eating parties.

BR- 8/29/13

     I do believe that the speaker is Martin Luther King Jr. He is talking about how he had a dream and how he believes that the dream is a dream that he will be able to fulfill. At that time, segregation and racism was a really big political topic and he felt like that was the dumbest thing that could happen. He feels like everyone is created equal by god and that just because his skin color is different, nothing else is different. He feels like african americans are just as equal to americans and no one is to be treated differently. One day he will get everyone to see that everyone will vote equal and be seen as equal. The biggest dream of his is that his children will one day live in a nation not to be judged by the color of their skin but by their knowledge. They will all be free one day and that will be the day that everyone will be able to sing will liberty. America will be a great nation and they will let freedom ring from everywhere in the world.

BR - 8/27/13

1. Should the two boys be tried as adults? Why or why not?
          Yes, I think the boys should be tried as adults because they brutally murdered an 88 year old man. They also have prior court convictions and records which just puts the cherry on top of the cake.
         
2. Should their identity remain undisclosed or since the crime is heinous? Justify your answer.
          I think their indenties should not remain undisclosed because I think the world should know them and know what they did, because what they did was absolutely wrong in every way.

3. What can we as a society do to keep crimes like this from happening?
           We as a society can help each other keep a look out and if we see something suspicious we could report it to the local police or help the person in trouble.