Sunday, December 19, 2010
Tuesday, December 7, 2010
Government can’t print money properly
An issue with the money press arises and the federal government had to shut down the production the new $100 bill. An official from CNBC told the press that more than one billion unusable bills were printed and some of the bill stopped during production leaving a blank space on the paper.
Monday, November 8, 2010
Obama supports India joining UN Security Council
Barack Obama, during his third day in India, verbally backed up his bid for India to permanently join the UN Security Council. Currently their are only 5 permanent countries part of the Security Council. (United States, France, Great Britain, Russia, and China) India has been pushing for membership for years.
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
This Can't Be Made Up: Tattoos for HIV Victims
Adam Pagnucco of Maryland Politics Watch blogs that a Republican candidate for the House of Delegates from the district based in Hagerstown advocates that before receiving medication should have themselves tattooed. The tattoo, he says, should make their status clear to the world:
He explains his position in a 2005 letter to the editor of The Herald-Mail.
Didn't the Nazis do something like this once? Just sayin'
The HIV tattoo would, however, help to prevent the spread of infection by people who know that they are infected, but who choose not to curb their behavior, putting their partners at risk. It would be a 100 percent unmistakable sign allowing all parties involved to make an informed decision.
He explains his position in a 2005 letter to the editor of The Herald-Mail.
Didn't the Nazis do something like this once? Just sayin'
Thursday, October 21, 2010
Reparations: A Necessary Payback?
The term "40 acres and a mule" is one many Americans equate with the Reconstruction Era. General Sherman's Special Order 15 issued on January 16, 1965 created the practice whereby former slaves would receive arable land in Union occupied areas of the Confederacy. The order was rescinded by President Andrew Johnson who also oversaw the return of 400,000 acres of land from former slaves back to the original white owners. Since then, many African-Americans have been calling for repayment in the form of reparations.
Starlin Dotson, a senior majoring in Parks and Recreation Management said he doesn't believe reparations should be paid, at least "[n]ot to current generations, maybe those who were actually enslaved deserve them."
John Sackett, a junior Environmental Science major had a somewhat more cynical bent to his answer. When asked if he believed descendants of slaves deserved reparations, he noted "Lincoln felt slaves should be freed but didn't know what to do with them." Sackett mentioned he recently read that there were high level discussions during the closing days of the Civil War of sending newly freed slaves back to Africa. He went on to note that slavery has been common: "Some treatment was wrong, but slavery in general is just a part of society." He said he did not believe reparations were deserved, pointing out that in his view "[h]umanity sucks in general."
A senior International Business major and the first African American student asked this question, Mahogany Persip, gave a more humorous if rushed answer: "No, what the f***?! No, it's just another way for the white man to keep us dependent on them."
Kenny Pratt, who is part African American, responded "In this generation? False. No." The Mass Communications junior went on to suggest, "if there's a way to take reparations owed to past generations and put it into a college fund, maybe. Other than that, no."
Interestingly enough, another African American student went farther in her opposition. Asia Taylor, a senior focusing on video production, said not only does she not believe reparations are necessary, but "I don't believe in affirmative action either. I think we need to move past the color of our skin and look to the quality of our work." She continued explaining that she wants to get a job based on her qualifications not the color of her skin or use of a quota system. Returning to the issue of reparations she said "How would they do it? It'd be a long process."
Despite these views, there are still many who believe reparations are necessary, or at least believe the discussion is necessary. Monetary payment may be out of the question, but there are some who view affirmative action programs as a form of reparations. Further still, there are some who believe African Americans may be free from slavery but are still systematically discriminated against. Whatever the case may be, it appears students on Frostburg's campus don't agree with the notion.
Starlin Dotson, a senior majoring in Parks and Recreation Management said he doesn't believe reparations should be paid, at least "[n]ot to current generations, maybe those who were actually enslaved deserve them."
John Sackett, a junior Environmental Science major had a somewhat more cynical bent to his answer. When asked if he believed descendants of slaves deserved reparations, he noted "Lincoln felt slaves should be freed but didn't know what to do with them." Sackett mentioned he recently read that there were high level discussions during the closing days of the Civil War of sending newly freed slaves back to Africa. He went on to note that slavery has been common: "Some treatment was wrong, but slavery in general is just a part of society." He said he did not believe reparations were deserved, pointing out that in his view "[h]umanity sucks in general."
A senior International Business major and the first African American student asked this question, Mahogany Persip, gave a more humorous if rushed answer: "No, what the f***?! No, it's just another way for the white man to keep us dependent on them."
Kenny Pratt, who is part African American, responded "In this generation? False. No." The Mass Communications junior went on to suggest, "if there's a way to take reparations owed to past generations and put it into a college fund, maybe. Other than that, no."
Interestingly enough, another African American student went farther in her opposition. Asia Taylor, a senior focusing on video production, said not only does she not believe reparations are necessary, but "I don't believe in affirmative action either. I think we need to move past the color of our skin and look to the quality of our work." She continued explaining that she wants to get a job based on her qualifications not the color of her skin or use of a quota system. Returning to the issue of reparations she said "How would they do it? It'd be a long process."
Despite these views, there are still many who believe reparations are necessary, or at least believe the discussion is necessary. Monetary payment may be out of the question, but there are some who view affirmative action programs as a form of reparations. Further still, there are some who believe African Americans may be free from slavery but are still systematically discriminated against. Whatever the case may be, it appears students on Frostburg's campus don't agree with the notion.
Being Gay by Choice or Genetics?
One of the many controversial issues in today’s society is whether or not being gay is a choice or a person is born that way. Many people have different beliefs due to their religions, where they came from, sexual orientations, or their own personal experiences. What better place is there than a college campus to hear the opinions and reasons of why young adults feel the way they do about how an individual determines their sexual orientation. Students at Frostburg State University had very interesting feedback.
After targeting a very diverse area on the campus, a variety of diverse answers were expected. However, most people agreed that a person is born gay. Two freshmen males, Anthony Becraft and Jeff Gatling both agreed that being gay is a choice. Anthony, a criminal justice major claimed that he read that sexual orientations are determined by genetics in a psychology textbook. Interestingly, another student had the same exact answer. Michael Sicilano, a junior majoring in ethical philosophy based his answer on a psychology text book. He said “It’s actually been proven years ago that genetics play a role.”
One interesting answer came from a sophomore Miranda Bowden, who is currently undecided. She says that “I think that a person can be born gay and have the choice to be gay.” An answer like this brings a lot of confusion. She explained herself by saying “Some people really can be born that way, and those who aren’t born that way can be influenced by several things and choose to be gay.”
Although most people believe that person is born that way, there are still those people who think otherwise. Cindy Zirlott, the Chaplain of the United Campus Ministry at Frostburg State University believes that being gay is a choice. Cindy, who has a masters in psychology believes that the since that has “proven” being gay is sketchy. She said “the theories have not been backed up, but I do believe the research is on the right track. Until then I’m going to believe what I have always believed.” Cindy made it clear that with proof her mind will change.
This issue will continue to be a controversial one as long as people are always going to be entitled to their own opinions. On the bright side, more and more people are accepting gay relationships in today's society.
After targeting a very diverse area on the campus, a variety of diverse answers were expected. However, most people agreed that a person is born gay. Two freshmen males, Anthony Becraft and Jeff Gatling both agreed that being gay is a choice. Anthony, a criminal justice major claimed that he read that sexual orientations are determined by genetics in a psychology textbook. Interestingly, another student had the same exact answer. Michael Sicilano, a junior majoring in ethical philosophy based his answer on a psychology text book. He said “It’s actually been proven years ago that genetics play a role.”
One interesting answer came from a sophomore Miranda Bowden, who is currently undecided. She says that “I think that a person can be born gay and have the choice to be gay.” An answer like this brings a lot of confusion. She explained herself by saying “Some people really can be born that way, and those who aren’t born that way can be influenced by several things and choose to be gay.”
Although most people believe that person is born that way, there are still those people who think otherwise. Cindy Zirlott, the Chaplain of the United Campus Ministry at Frostburg State University believes that being gay is a choice. Cindy, who has a masters in psychology believes that the since that has “proven” being gay is sketchy. She said “the theories have not been backed up, but I do believe the research is on the right track. Until then I’m going to believe what I have always believed.” Cindy made it clear that with proof her mind will change.
This issue will continue to be a controversial one as long as people are always going to be entitled to their own opinions. On the bright side, more and more people are accepting gay relationships in today's society.
Frostburg School of Parties?
Would you deem Frostburg State University a party school? There are many people who are aware that FSU is a dry campus and that Dr. Jonathan Gibralter, the university president, is highly supportive of enforcing policies that prevent student drinking. FSU is also a small town that has a surplus of bars for students to choose from, as well a few well placed liquor stores. The campus newspaper frequently has police reports of underage drinking, or other students that were caught doing something alcohol related; does this mean FSU is a party school?
Students such as junior Brad Petefish think that FSU is actually “tame compared to other campuses.”
Jonathan Smith, an undecided sophomore, states “I live off campus, but I’ve seen the parties up and down the streets.” “They are pretty loud…though nothing out of the ordinary for college students.”
Another response came in the form of a puzzled look from Carrie Potavine. “I really don’t know?” Carrie, a local from Lavale, MD, “I mean I’ve never really lived on campus, but I hear about parties.” “I would have to say FSU is actually not a party school at all; I’ve never heard anything in the news about it.”
While FSU may be a short distance away from a notorious party school such as WVU, it is seems that this small university in the Maryland mountains has managed to keep its party life out of the lime light and away from the influences of other universities.
Students such as junior Brad Petefish think that FSU is actually “tame compared to other campuses.”
Jonathan Smith, an undecided sophomore, states “I live off campus, but I’ve seen the parties up and down the streets.” “They are pretty loud…though nothing out of the ordinary for college students.”
Another response came in the form of a puzzled look from Carrie Potavine. “I really don’t know?” Carrie, a local from Lavale, MD, “I mean I’ve never really lived on campus, but I hear about parties.” “I would have to say FSU is actually not a party school at all; I’ve never heard anything in the news about it.”
While FSU may be a short distance away from a notorious party school such as WVU, it is seems that this small university in the Maryland mountains has managed to keep its party life out of the lime light and away from the influences of other universities.
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