Outlook on Government

I am finally starting to learn the meaning of hard work. In this class baby time is over and we are beginning to experience a world we've thought of exploring but never had the tools or the ability to do so. I am learning not to be bias and to look at everything in a different light, perspective and angle. Discovering new heights and identities; becoming my own individual and exercising my freedoms. This is a class that deserves to be respected and appreciated. Thank You for helping me to claim my identity.

Right to WHAT.....

When Tuft University announced their new rule, that there will be no sexual intercourse (I hope that wording is not to mature for my viewers. . . Ms. Pinkney)in the dormitories while a roommate is present, there was a lot of disappointment amongst the students. Most students complained about freedom of expression and their right to privacy but personally I believe their must have been complaints about this before in order for the University to enforce rules about it now. The students should also be aware that doing this (everyone does know what "THIS" is right lol) while another student is present causes a disturbance and distraction for a hardworking student trying to get an education (I mean what else is school for). I commend Tuft University for setting these rules, not allowing the reputation of their school to boil down to a play house and live pornography.

INHUMANITY pure INSANITY

"Who has the right to determine the life of another?", asked the murderer who shortened the life of another.When viewing it from this perspective one might say it is only right that the murderer recieve what he/she gave.One might come to accept the death penalty and support it whole heartdly.But in America this can't be understandable. We pride ourselves on being the equal nation and country of brotherhood. My only issue with the death penalty is the judgement placed on the individual recievieng the death penalty. For instance a serial killer that shot his victims execution style in the back of the head gets a life sentence but another serial killer takes all his victims in a chamber torture them, make them beg for their life on film, stab them death creating a film even the most horrible monster couldn't stand to watch....he get the death penalty. Why? Why is he more dangerous than the first serial killer, why should he be put to death, both have killed multiple people, one just more gruesome than the other. Being creative isn't a crime.... being a murderer.... a danger to society..... a cold hearted killer... that's the crime and all dangers to society should serve the same sentence depending on the crime not race... gender... or age.... just murder. Let's be the equal country we claim to be when jugdeing the lives of dangerous individuals.

!!!!!MEDIA MADNESS!!!!!

Obama's statement about Kanye West was not a very smart move for him. He should have worded it differently because even though Kanye West was wrong for what he did Obama have to remeber where his support is coming from. Celebrities and the media is what carried him through this election; he should respect them and keep his comments to a minimum. Expecially when knowing the media is taking everything he do out of content; he should probaly be careful and stay within character. Kanye West may be very ignorant and thoughtless in his efforts to showcase his views on decisions made by millions of music fans around the world but that doesn't give anyone the right to even question his freedom of speech. Our bill of rights were set in place to always guarantee that we will be able to exercise our inalienable rights; to me it is almost irrational to make it questionable as to rather these FREEDOMS should have LIMITS ... freedoms and limits are opposite things that cannot be placed together without one overpowering the other so i think we should learn to deal with the ignoramus comments and outrageous acts made by people to uphold their views, because rather we believe it or not no matter how nice we try to be someone will always be looked upon as an outrageous person when trying to express their opinion. And as for Presient Carter's remarks he only said what many people were already thinking, he just spoke of it in the mist of an interview where he was asked for his opinion.

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Obama Speaks on Education

Obama's speech over education was very inspirational, and encouraging. He inspired students to go after their dreams, while also forcing them to realize their abilities and potential. He also made it known that their education was vital in having a successful career and challenged them to make short and/or long term goals of their own. The critics complained about Obama's attempt to have a close relationship with the youth of America. I think this is very ridiculous since there are a lot of teenagers without a stable enviroment who look to sentimental speeches such as the one given by President Obama for encouragement. In conclusion Obama did reach out to the youth, but it's up to the youth to take on the challenge and become successful in school.

Class Discussion

John Locke's view of government is like a contract in many ways. Locke believes that everyone is entitled to there opinion and should abide by the laws written in the constituion, if not there would be penalties and consequences agreed upon by fellow peers.

Response to Ms. Pinkney's Question

The constitution is the foundation and structure of the United States. It gives America economic and political stability through a strong central government. Although the constitution limits the involvement of minorities (common man), it is very useful. There are a lot of underhanded things that go on within the constitution but there is know other form of government, that is known to my knowledge, that can challenge the constitutions ability to strengthen the government while still allowing personal freedoms.