Your Vote Counts
For the upcoming election, the candidates are reaching out to 18-24 year-olds from places like YouTube, Facebook and MTV in order to get them to vote. Historically, this age group doesn’t perform well in elections in terms of whether they vote or not. In the article, “Your Vote Counts” only 42 percent of people in this age group voted in the 2004 election. Now, both candidates are trying to change that. For example, Barack Obama launched a website that makes registering to vote easy (www.voteforchange.com) and John McCain has a three-step registering process on a website. It’s important that the Presidential candidates are helping the new voters become familiar with the process of voting because starting now; they will be for the rest of their lives. For the next election, a new generation will be eligible to vote, and with candidates relating to them on another level, they can have their voice heard. The decisions the candidates made in order to help young adults is extremely smart and ultimately helpful for their campaign.
Monday, September 29, 2008
Monday, September 22, 2008
Will the Newspaper Ever Disappear?
"The Future of the Newspaper"
"Can a newspaper survive in this era? Will newspapers be around?" This question posed by Karl Fisch from "The Fischbowl" concerns the development of technology and how we receive our news. Today, it is very easy and convenient to get the latest news online. It is up-to-date and all the information you could possibly want to know is right there. Plus, you get to pick and choose what stories you want to read, instead of getting all of them. So having a newspaper delivered to you everyday is pointless because you don't need it. But, if less people subscribe to newspapers and use the Internet, then reporters and journalists loose their jobs because their service isn't needed anymore. On the other hand, a problem with relying on the Internet is that some things are not valid and cannot be relied on as factual evidence. Being able to get news online isn't a new concept, but it's the idea that something you use everyday could suddenly disappear that is unsettling. The unknown future scares a lot of people, and it's even harder when something you are so familiar with is one day gone.
"Can a newspaper survive in this era? Will newspapers be around?" This question posed by Karl Fisch from "The Fischbowl" concerns the development of technology and how we receive our news. Today, it is very easy and convenient to get the latest news online. It is up-to-date and all the information you could possibly want to know is right there. Plus, you get to pick and choose what stories you want to read, instead of getting all of them. So having a newspaper delivered to you everyday is pointless because you don't need it. But, if less people subscribe to newspapers and use the Internet, then reporters and journalists loose their jobs because their service isn't needed anymore. On the other hand, a problem with relying on the Internet is that some things are not valid and cannot be relied on as factual evidence. Being able to get news online isn't a new concept, but it's the idea that something you use everyday could suddenly disappear that is unsettling. The unknown future scares a lot of people, and it's even harder when something you are so familiar with is one day gone.
Monday, September 15, 2008
New Hybrid Bikes Promise a Better Commute
"Commuters beat the high price of gas with hybrid electric bikes"
From the Rocky Mountain News, I came across an article entitled “Commuters beat the high price of gas with hybrid electric bikes”. Currently, the news of global warming is such a big deal, so I thought that this story was interesting because it gave a positive outlook on how people are changing their lifestyle in order to help the planet. For the most part, it seems as if only negative news about our Earth is told, but people seem to overlook what good things are being done re guarding out planet. This article shows that by altering how you commute to work, the Earth will benefit from it. Not only will pollution decrease, you can save $25 to $30 each week on gas, and you get exercise. Obviously, this solution is very helpful. I think there will be an increase in sells for the hybrid bikes. Some people may not see the need to buy a Hybrid bike, and just ride a normal one. But, whether you have a hybrid electric bike or a regular bike you are helping out the environment and that’s all that matters.
From the Rocky Mountain News, I came across an article entitled “Commuters beat the high price of gas with hybrid electric bikes”. Currently, the news of global warming is such a big deal, so I thought that this story was interesting because it gave a positive outlook on how people are changing their lifestyle in order to help the planet. For the most part, it seems as if only negative news about our Earth is told, but people seem to overlook what good things are being done re guarding out planet. This article shows that by altering how you commute to work, the Earth will benefit from it. Not only will pollution decrease, you can save $25 to $30 each week on gas, and you get exercise. Obviously, this solution is very helpful. I think there will be an increase in sells for the hybrid bikes. Some people may not see the need to buy a Hybrid bike, and just ride a normal one. But, whether you have a hybrid electric bike or a regular bike you are helping out the environment and that’s all that matters.
At What Point Does Cell-Phone Usage Become Unacceptable?
"Tweeting a Funeral?"
An article from the Fischbowl called “Tweeting a Funeral?” was one that I found particularly intriguing because it asks the question, at what point does technology cross the line? Recently, a funeral was covered by a news reporter of a 3-year old boy’s death by using a program on his phone called Twitter. In my opinion, cell phones and other technology can be very beneficial, but there is a point where it gets unacceptable. If you have even been to a funeral you know that it’s extremely personal and not easy by any means. But if the funeral gets live coverage, than people who never knew the person can read it and might as well be there anyway. Suddenly this private event becomes very public. Yes, it’s OK to mourn for people you hear about in the news, and isn’t technology the reason you heard about it in the first place? But there is a point where it gets too personal. Again, the use of cell phones and other devices can be extremely helpful but respect needs to play a role in the actions you take with them. Therefore, I think a news reporter at the funeral was a step too far. This story might have been different if the person who covered the story acted like it was a funeral they attended, or better yet, their own. Maybe then they would have chosen to act a different way. Treat others the way you want to be treated. It’s as simple as that.
An article from the Fischbowl called “Tweeting a Funeral?” was one that I found particularly intriguing because it asks the question, at what point does technology cross the line? Recently, a funeral was covered by a news reporter of a 3-year old boy’s death by using a program on his phone called Twitter. In my opinion, cell phones and other technology can be very beneficial, but there is a point where it gets unacceptable. If you have even been to a funeral you know that it’s extremely personal and not easy by any means. But if the funeral gets live coverage, than people who never knew the person can read it and might as well be there anyway. Suddenly this private event becomes very public. Yes, it’s OK to mourn for people you hear about in the news, and isn’t technology the reason you heard about it in the first place? But there is a point where it gets too personal. Again, the use of cell phones and other devices can be extremely helpful but respect needs to play a role in the actions you take with them. Therefore, I think a news reporter at the funeral was a step too far. This story might have been different if the person who covered the story acted like it was a funeral they attended, or better yet, their own. Maybe then they would have chosen to act a different way. Treat others the way you want to be treated. It’s as simple as that.
Wednesday, September 10, 2008
Response to Vigorous Exercise Aids Those With Obesity- Related Gene
http://health.usnews.com/articles/health/healthday/2008/09/08/vigorous-exercise-aids-those-with-obesity-related.html
I read an article from Google News that refers to a new study that says if people who suffer from obesity exercise, they might reduce the risk of being obese. Basically, obesity is a genetic mutation that gets passed down from generation to generation in ones family, making it more likely for people to become extremely overweight. I think that this is great news for people who have a history of obesity in their family, because it gives them hope that they can reduce their weight and increase their physical fitness. People who are obese due to their genetic makeup can effectively manage their weight. The study reinforces the belief that people can do almost anything if they try hard enough. I believe that the good news is that the hard work people invest in achieving and maintaining a lifestyle of wellness will result in positive outcomes.
I read an article from Google News that refers to a new study that says if people who suffer from obesity exercise, they might reduce the risk of being obese. Basically, obesity is a genetic mutation that gets passed down from generation to generation in ones family, making it more likely for people to become extremely overweight. I think that this is great news for people who have a history of obesity in their family, because it gives them hope that they can reduce their weight and increase their physical fitness. People who are obese due to their genetic makeup can effectively manage their weight. The study reinforces the belief that people can do almost anything if they try hard enough. I believe that the good news is that the hard work people invest in achieving and maintaining a lifestyle of wellness will result in positive outcomes.
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