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Group Project: A Lesson Before Dying by Ernest J. Gaines

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First Amendment and U.S. Constitution VS. Literature:  The Right of Education, The Seed of Freedom; design 198                     The founding of fathers encouraged and established the idea of the first amendment. The first amendment includes "freedom of speech [which] is the right to express opinions and ideas without interference" (Freedom of Speech). However, censorship is also a right that is supported under the first amendment. For instance, throughout history there has been books challenged or banned in the literature realm, because content in these books may be found offensive or harmful to its readers. Specifically,  A Lesson Before Dying by  Ernest Gaines is a novel that is constantly challenged due to it's content. This book has been banned, challenged and criticized for it's violence, harmful language and sexual content. When a book is found harmful to students in schools; many board members of the school ...

Entry #10 werk tingzzz

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Hello hypocrites! I know the last thing you want to be thinking about is work. Its Understandable, work tires us out, work ruins our day, work is like that one annoying person you avoid saying hi to in public. In America, we go to school for work, THEN work to pay for life, THEN create a 401K, THEN retire and die. It sounds brutal, but isn't that life? Not all common people follow that specific order, but essentially the goal is to build a retirement and wait for our souls to adventure out our bodies (die). Before I begin, I would like to note that I just pulled a double in my shifts and I am sooooooooo exhausted! I worked from 6am till 6:35pm... However at least I am gettin that bread! (Slang word for money).       Ponder this, are you working to only make ends meet? Maybe you're a student working to pay off college or a mom trying to support her children. Do you notice anything about your work? Meaning, do you notice any injustice? Unfairness? or any annoying factor...

Entry #9 Tablet Babysitters

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       Hello hypocrites! Hmm where does my life and media intersect??? I'd say it intersects with my life all the time.      My family seems to have grown on to the new age of technology. Before I began expressing my thoughts and opinions on media technology, I just want to say that I do not hate it. I appreciate the positive sides like expressing ones opinions, effectively communicating and overall entertainment. I believe entertainment, interests and laughs are essential for the soul. Every once and awhile it is goof after a long day of work to watch a panda sneeze and scare its baby. On the other hand, I also believe it has disconnected a lot of us today.      When there is a awkward situation, such as when you are next to a person that is in your same class (but, is not quiet a "hey pal lets spill the tea together friend) our tendency to go on our phones wins. This is because we do not wish to interact or speak with them at all...

Entry #8 Hypocrites

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Hello hypocrites!-Now this is the blog where I finally explain why this is my intro. Everyone at some point in their lives has been a hypocrite. I believe this intro of mine comes out strong and maybe somewhat offensive or a bit harsh. I do want my audience to feel this affect.      I want my audience to be a bit thrown off when they read my intro...Let me explain. Well, to start off, I love philosophy and all the deep meaning stuff that comes with it. I believe people who can admit their REAL flaws in themselves, have an advantage. They have the advantage to change their own selves when they are being toxic or harmful to others. To clarify, if you see what you do wrong, you can now change to do right. Get it? Now you have the chance to change the bad in you, to be a better human being. Being honest with yourself gives you the chance to grow stronger. I am sure everyone likes to be the victim in many scenarios. It is easy to blame others when we mess up. It is so ea...

Entry #7 HASHTAG BLOG

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Hello Hypocrites! Let's discuss hashtags...       So, what are hashtags? According to Dictionary.com, a hashtag is"a word or phrase preceded by a hash mark (#), used within a message to identify a keyword or topic of interest and facilitate a search for it." In other words, hashtags are a word or phrase typically on social media that helps a user search faster. This searching is fast for individuals because it groups and categorizes that word or phrase used.      Personally speaking...I never use hashtags. Well, I shouldn't say never, because I only use them for political reasons or to be purposely cringey (idk is that's a real word). I find myself often cringing at people who use hashtags in their posts when they are not political. Wow, I am sounding harsh and I am not trying to. Side note: If you are reading this and use hashtags I am sorry and I am not trying to make you feel bad or attacked. Double Side note: you do NOT have to agree with me on hash...

Entry # EC Capitalism

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     Hello Hypocrites! Let's discuss Michael Moore's film Capitalism: A Love Story (2009) ...       Before watching Moore's film, I never thought capitalism can affect America in so many ways. I once heard someone say that capitalism is a huge cause of global warming. And my response was like : ??? Then, I had government class during senior year. I learned about capitalism, and from the textbook, it sounded great. The idea of free enterprise sounded fair, and did not seem as toxic as it is portrayed in his film. Also, my older brother always insisted that capitalism is the best way to go.    However, my views instantly changed once Professor Nielson tied us down to our desks, and forced us to watch the film. I am glad he did it, because now I have a wider view on Capitalism. During the film it is clear that the type of rhetoric Moore uses in the film is humor. Yes, it always great to laugh at terrible situation, and his humor narration c...

Entry #6 My girl Demi Lovato is a baddie and here is why:

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Demi Lovato's Impact             Hello hypocrites! There are tons of celebrities out there, and some use their platform to influence the world. There is a certain celebrity I want to discuss with you today and that is singer/actress Demi Lovato. Like any other human being on this planet, she is not perfect, but let me tell you why her streak of success positively impacts the world.       Demetria Devonne Lovato is a popular celebrity with numerous music awards, and recently a Grammy nominee. Her mental illness and substance abuse is widely known to the public. She struggles with eating disorders (bulimia) and is diagnosed with bipolar disorder.  At a very young age, she became addicted to hard drugs, which then led her to be kicked off her award winning Disney show Sonny With A Chance. After multiple relapses and visits to rehab centers, she was officially sober for 6 years.      Du...