http://www.reuters.com/article/2011/04/15/us-weather-tornadoes-idUSTRE73E3MM20110415
This was an extrememly sad story and it's devastating to hear this kind of new. Also, I don't think the author did a very good job of writing the article. It was to blunt and straight forward, and also very repetative. I think a story like this requires a writer to can emotionally appeal to the sensitivity of the readers.
Friday, April 15, 2011
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
Week 10
http://www.reuters.com/article/2011/04/06/us-grammys-idUSTRE73556220110406
I am happy about this change. I think that when there are over 100 awards to be won competition isn't as stiff, which is boring. I know that alot of people will be unhappy about this change because some of their favorite artists will have a smaller chance of winning an award, but what fun is an industry that isn't competitive?
I am happy about this change. I think that when there are over 100 awards to be won competition isn't as stiff, which is boring. I know that alot of people will be unhappy about this change because some of their favorite artists will have a smaller chance of winning an award, but what fun is an industry that isn't competitive?
Friday, April 1, 2011
Week 9
http://nation.foxnews.com/illegal-immigration/2011/04/01/federal-agents-told-reduce-border-arrests-arizona-sheriff-says#
Ok, either someone is trying to make some serious money or he is telling the truth and another part of this great nation has gone to complete crap. When there is a simple way to become an American citizen and when so many problems are already caused by illegal immigrants and when we are already learning to speak their language, why would our government cease arrest on something illegal! Call me blind, but I don't understand it.
Ok, either someone is trying to make some serious money or he is telling the truth and another part of this great nation has gone to complete crap. When there is a simple way to become an American citizen and when so many problems are already caused by illegal immigrants and when we are already learning to speak their language, why would our government cease arrest on something illegal! Call me blind, but I don't understand it.
Friday, March 11, 2011
Week 7
http://channel6newsonline.com/2011/03/president-obama-and-the-first-lady-take-on-bullying-in-america/
I am happy to see the bullying issue addressed by the President and the First Lady. When I can hardly understand half of what is on the news, it's nice to have an issue addressed that I relate to. Also, I think it gives Americans the sense that the Obama's can be a normal family in some ways, i.e. worrying about bullying in schools. One thing I didn't like, the anchor looks like he's thirteen!
I am happy to see the bullying issue addressed by the President and the First Lady. When I can hardly understand half of what is on the news, it's nice to have an issue addressed that I relate to. Also, I think it gives Americans the sense that the Obama's can be a normal family in some ways, i.e. worrying about bullying in schools. One thing I didn't like, the anchor looks like he's thirteen!
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
Week 6 - IPad 2...Already?
http://www.usatoday.com/tech/products/2011-03-02-new-ipad_N.htm
I think that it's too soon for an IPad 2. However, I liked the writing style of the article because the writer was detailed enough on the coverage of the meeting to inform me, yet curt enough not to bore me.
I think that it's too soon for an IPad 2. However, I liked the writing style of the article because the writer was detailed enough on the coverage of the meeting to inform me, yet curt enough not to bore me.
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Week Five
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/02/23/AR2011022303446.html
I'm glad to hear that the judge did not agree to postpone sentencing. From what I could tell by reading the story the man is assumed to be guilty and he only wanted more time to come up with a way to get out of it. It will be interesting to see what his sentence is. I think the writer believes that if you blow somebody up you should have to pay for it.
I'm glad to hear that the judge did not agree to postpone sentencing. From what I could tell by reading the story the man is assumed to be guilty and he only wanted more time to come up with a way to get out of it. It will be interesting to see what his sentence is. I think the writer believes that if you blow somebody up you should have to pay for it.
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Week Four
http://www.latimes.com/news/sc-dc-0223-pirates-deaths-20110222,0,1194457.story
This is pretty crazy! It's so sad that some people don't believe that these things happen anymore but the truth is that pirates still exist and they are still dangerous!
This is pretty crazy! It's so sad that some people don't believe that these things happen anymore but the truth is that pirates still exist and they are still dangerous!
Thursday, February 10, 2011
Week 3 - Safe Scanning: New TSA Body Imaging Pacifies Modest Travelers
http://newsfeed.time.com/2011/02/10/safe-scanning-new-tsa-body-imaging-pacifies-modest-travelers/
I think the writer covered the issue very well and I liked the writing style. She was willing to cover both the pro's and con's of the new technology which eliminated any bias she might have toward it. Also, there was the potential for some "colorful language" when describing what the machine does, and what it is for. She very professionally avoided that by using words like "modest" and "unmentionables".
I think the writer covered the issue very well and I liked the writing style. She was willing to cover both the pro's and con's of the new technology which eliminated any bias she might have toward it. Also, there was the potential for some "colorful language" when describing what the machine does, and what it is for. She very professionally avoided that by using words like "modest" and "unmentionables".
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
Thursday, January 27, 2011
Week 1 - Marijuana Dominates Questions for Obama's YouTube Q&A
President Obama today is conducting his now-annual YouTube question-and-answer session, and as always, the questions dominating YouTube today have to do with marijuana.
More than 193,000 people have submitted questions for the president via the video website or cast votes, rating the questions positively or negatively.
The Huffington Post reports that of the first 200 highest-rated questions, 198 have to do with drug policy. The top-rated question comes from a retired police officer with the group Law Enforcement Against Prohibition.
"The so-called war on drugs has been waged for 40 years at a cost of a trillion dollars and thousands of lives, with nothing to show for it but increased supplies of cheaper drugs and a dramatic increase in violence associated with the underworld drug market," the officer says in his video. "Do you think there will or should come a time to discuss the possibility of legalization, regulation and control of all drugs, thereby doing away with the violent criminal market as well as a major source of funding for international terrorism?"
When marijuana questions dominated his online "town hall" in 2009, Mr. Obama did take the time to answer one of the questions, stating that he opposes marijuana legalization, though he took a dismissive tone. "I don't know what this says about the online audience," he joked, referring to the popularity of the question. In 2010, he ignored the issue.
The Drug Policy Alliance, Law Enforcement Against Prohibition, the Marijuana Policy Project, NORML and Students for Sensible Drug Policy issued a joint statement statement today about the Q&A session.
"We are encouraged by the grassroots response bubbling up around this issue and urge President Obama to address this issue seriously and thoroughly," the statement said. "The American people want to know why our country is continuing the failed, catastrophic policy of drug prohibition."
--I agree that the top rated questions make a statement about our country. However this is a serious issue, therefore it should be debated. I do not think that legalizing marijuana would stop the violent crimes associated with drug use in America, and in this case I agree with President Obama (wow never thought I'd say that!)
More than 193,000 people have submitted questions for the president via the video website or cast votes, rating the questions positively or negatively.
The Huffington Post reports that of the first 200 highest-rated questions, 198 have to do with drug policy. The top-rated question comes from a retired police officer with the group Law Enforcement Against Prohibition.
"The so-called war on drugs has been waged for 40 years at a cost of a trillion dollars and thousands of lives, with nothing to show for it but increased supplies of cheaper drugs and a dramatic increase in violence associated with the underworld drug market," the officer says in his video. "Do you think there will or should come a time to discuss the possibility of legalization, regulation and control of all drugs, thereby doing away with the violent criminal market as well as a major source of funding for international terrorism?"
When marijuana questions dominated his online "town hall" in 2009, Mr. Obama did take the time to answer one of the questions, stating that he opposes marijuana legalization, though he took a dismissive tone. "I don't know what this says about the online audience," he joked, referring to the popularity of the question. In 2010, he ignored the issue.
The Drug Policy Alliance, Law Enforcement Against Prohibition, the Marijuana Policy Project, NORML and Students for Sensible Drug Policy issued a joint statement statement today about the Q&A session.
"We are encouraged by the grassroots response bubbling up around this issue and urge President Obama to address this issue seriously and thoroughly," the statement said. "The American people want to know why our country is continuing the failed, catastrophic policy of drug prohibition."
--I agree that the top rated questions make a statement about our country. However this is a serious issue, therefore it should be debated. I do not think that legalizing marijuana would stop the violent crimes associated with drug use in America, and in this case I agree with President Obama (wow never thought I'd say that!)
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