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Alternative Motive for War?

2007-07-09T13:05:00.000-07:00

Prompt: http://litmuse.net/prompt_mailer

In the book, Mailer made a point that obtaining control over oil in Iraq was once motive for the war. I strongly agree with Mailer in this sense; however, I feel that the oil is the only reason why we are still at war today.

The attacks of 9/11 were horrible events that we will continue to remember throughout history. These events were in fact used as an opportunity to gain control by President Bush.

Of course, he was obligated to protect our country so action had to be taken in Iraq. Over time, the war became less and less about capturing Osama bin Laden and more and more about bringing down Sadaam Hussien. Was he following in his father's footsteps?

Several video messages from Bin Laden have been released since the attacks on 9/11. What I question is whether there was a connection between the media and Bin Laden. Several U. S. troops have been deployed in Iraq. Many of these men have died and not returned.

During the first year, we heard about several attempts to locate Bin Laden. None of these attempts were successful. I feel as though Bush gave up hope of locating Bin Laden and focused on obtaining other resources such as the oil. With the troops already station in Iraq, no one would question Bush's tactics.

Gas prices rose tremendously since our troops have been in Iraq. Obtaining oil would make us one step closier to obtaining the empire that President Bush was after. Iraq may have a sense that the U. S. has a alternative motive for the war.

Soliders are dying daily over this nonsense. Bush, in my opinion, should pull the soliders out of Iraq. This would not show a sign of weakness of a president, but show the strength of a good leader. How long will last is a question that many of us face today. No one really knows. What we do know is that somethings are just not worth fighting for.

Giving Respect Where Respect is Due

2007-07-02T10:32:00.000-07:00

Prompt: http://litmuse.net/prompt_alligator

Gregory is the most respectful characterin the story. I rate him a 5. It was unfortunate that he had to make the decision to leave Abigial; however, it was the right decision. I'm sure that he did not want a woman to put her self respect aside for the sake of a man. In this case, even if the man was him.

I rate Ivan a score of 4. He seems to be the most neutral party of all the characters. However, I do not agree with Ivan's approach. With him not wanting to be involved or at least give Abigial advice shows that he is an individual who focuses on self. If it doesn't concern him, he doesn't want any part in it.

Slug was the most aggressive of the five characters. I rate him a score of 3. Although he was passionate and sympathetic toward Abigial's story, he handled his end inappropriately. Slug is a dangerous person whom Abigial should have not got herself involved with. He brutally beat Gregory based on the just the information that Abigial told him. He did not choose to hear both sides of the story before he took action.

Sinbad's rating would be a 2. He is what I consider to be a pig. He was not interested in helping Abigial in anyway unless he got something in return. Of all the things he could asked for, he asked for sex. He didn't consider the fact that he might one day need help and that he wouldn't want to have to perform sexual favors to get what he wanted.

As a woman, I am very disappointed in Abigial. I give her the lowest possible score, 1. Abigial degraded herself in many ways. Although she loved Gregory, she should have waited the weeks until the bridge was fixed to see him especially after Sinbad's offer. Abigial lacked patience which caused her to be placed in this situation in the beginning. I would have a little more respect for her if she had at least consulted with Gregory about Sinbad's request. Abigial also saught out for revenge after Gregory left her. This is another reason why she doesn't get any respect from me. It was her decision to make. She must deal with the consequences that follows.

The Big Debate: Human Rights Take Over

2007-06-11T10:38:00.000-07:00

Prompt: http://litmuse.net/prompt_rights

I remember sitting in history class listening to my teacher lecture us about U.S. legislation. At that time, I didn't think it was very important because I was determined I was going to do what I wanted regardless. As I grew older and matured, I finally realized how I may have underestimated the power of the U.S. government. With the rise of majority rule, there has been constant headlines about how human rights is gradually fading away.

Unlike some who focus on majority rule, I am strongly for human rights. People should be able to express themselves individually without being frowned upon. The fact that people do judge others based on sexual preference is absurd. It is wrong, and in my opinion a violation of privacy.

Although some communities argue that gay individuals do not make good role models, I know that setting a positive example for others is not dependant upon sexual preference. There are many homosexuals who are already teaching elementary and middle school children. People don't realize this because homosexuals try to hide the truth from others, especially those who are extremely judgemental. We are sometimes so blinded that we fail to realize that there are some heterosexuals who do not make good role modes. Shouldn't we pay close attention to those instead of just focusing on the homosexuals.

In most cases majority rule legislation is based upon moral values. The majority tend to vote based on the ways of their parents or how they were brought up. They refuse to listen to social or political factors that may play a part as well. In this instance, church remains to have a strong control of the majority will.

My views are primarly social-based. I do not see the need to base employment on sexual preference. Currently there are laws that prevent employment discrimination based on age, sex, and race. I feel that discrimination based on sexual preference should be among those. Views on different situations are constantly changing. One thing that should not change is human rights. Who are we to determine by majority if gays are allowed to hold jobs such as educators?

When these concerns clash, we have a separation amongst individuals. We need to come to the agreement that human rights will always take priority over majority rule legislation.

My Decision as a Relativist

2007-06-06T10:20:00.000-07:00

Prompt: Right or Wrong?

There is a very thin line when is comes to the rightness or wrongness of certain activities.

Think of your younger years when you went to the store with your parents. You saw something that you really wanted to have. You picked it up and took it with you. No harm, right? You were young. You probably didn't think it even mattered.

Now imagine yourself now, as an adult. Would you go to the store and take something that you wanted without paying for it? Not, unless your're a shoplifter. This is one example of how the rightness and wrongness of certain situations can be based upon different age groups.

Everyone knows that it is against the law to run red lights and stop signs. You really realize how wrong it is when you get tickets and have to pay fines. But what if your wife was having a baby? Or you were late for work and on probation for excessive tardiness? Think about policemen and firefighters. Do they stop? No. That is because what is right and wrong is also dependant on the severity of the situation at hand. Can it wait or is it an emergency?

I remember stories told to me by my grandmother about principals and morals of her time. I can honestly say that those same principals and morals have evolved over time. What was once considered immoral and unjust is now accepted by many people today. Examples of this would be gay marriages or interracial dating. There are still some who do not accept this kind of behavior. Church is one example. They tend to follow more strict moral guidelines than anyone else.

What is right or wrong is also based on the perception one has on the outside surroundings. How someone was raised also pays a significant role. People tend to live by the ways of their parents unless something drastically changes such as the development of psychological issues. We were all told by our parents to never steal, never to harm others, and to treat people the way you would like to be treated.

I consider myself to be a moral relativist. I consider all possible factors involved before I make a judgement on what I think is right or wrong.

Ideas on Perception

2007-06-04T11:05:00.000-07:00

Prompt: Perception

I agree with Socrates by saying that perceptions can be true. If you have in fact have the knowledge of outside surroundings and influences you can in deed be correct. My defintion of perception is how one sees different situation based on what they believe to be true. Perceptions can be wrong however. Examples of why this statement is true would be someone not knowing all of the facts about a particular situation. If someone is given the wrong information, this could lead to a false perception. Although I believe perceptions can be true, I am strongly against acting on perception. I strongly feel that it is better to get first hand information from the direct source than it would be if given from a second hand source. Perceptions have changed some of the outcomings of people lives. Jury members often times base their vote on perception rather than evidence as they should do. Some defendants have served jail time based on false perceptions. This distorted information has caused the United States several millions of dollars of payback funds. Drugs can have a major impact on perception as well. For someone on drugs their thought process in not very clear. They don't no the difference in what is right or what is wrong. If we follow our perceptions, do we know that they are 100% correct. We all would like to think so, but actually they may not be. We can make then better however by paying close attention to our surroundings. We can also make them correct by getting views from all sides involved. Do research. Gather all the facts first before coming to a conclusion that could be incorrect and make someone look ignorant. Before making a perception, just think about this. How would you feel if someone had a perception of you that was incorrect. Wouldn't you want that person to get to know the real you? Or are you the type of person who can stand the looks of others that may pass you with a look of uncertainty. I can almost guarantee that you wouldn't because who knows that perception may not be a good one.

All About Me (Sheree)

2007-05-30T15:15:00.000-07:00

My name is Sheree Dumas. I am 22 years old and a first time student at Macon State College. I am majoring in Nursing. I am a 2003 honor graduate of Putnam County High School in Eatonton, GA. I do have some previous college education. I was a student at Central Georgia Technical College for one year studying nursing as well. I recently made the decision to attend school to pursue an associates degree. I currently work as a Medical Records Clerk at River Edge Behavioral Health Center. I am responsible for filing documents into charts, calling clients to remind them of their appointments, and putting together medical records. These are just some of the tasks I handle of a day to day basis. I have one child, Jaylen, who is three years old. He is a hand full. It is not a day that goes by that I learn something new about him. I would love to one day pursue a career as a licensed RN. In my free time, I enjoy watching television, eating, and spending time in bed. I also enjoy shopping for clothes and shoes. I like english, however math is my strongest subject. I did excellent in my Algebra class in high school. My final average in that class was a 102, even though they could only put a 100 on my report card. Besides nursing I do have hopes of going into real estate. I would like to learn how to flip houses. I think that there is a great investment opportunity in doing so. I hope I will be a success in this class. My hopes are to finish this class with a "A" average if possible. Like I stated earlier English in not my favorite subject, but it is one that I do very well in. This level of english should be a challenge to me being that it is in a college level.