...There are many similarities and differences between the United States of America and Ethiopia. The U.S. has around 300 million people, while Ethiopia having about 100 million being 3rd and 10th place in population. But by population density America has about 33 people per square kilometer(.62 miles), while Ethiopia has 85 people per square kilometer, meaning Ethiopia is both a lot smaller and a lot more dense than America. Though I like a bunch of people in a city, Ethiopia would probably be too populated for me. Maybe there are just a bunch of people in one area and there is a lot of space left, like America, but probably not. America also has more jobs and job opportunity than Ethiopia. In America you can be almost anything: a garbage man, an actor, a fast-food worker/maker, a teacher, a policeman, a farmer, a pilot, and so on. While in Ethiopia most people are just farmers, nomads, animal herders(which farmers also usually are), and marketers. Though variety is good it is also bad. As Shakespeare said,”Too much of a good thing is a bad thing.” For example, if you have chocolate every once in a while it is good, but if you eat it everyday for a month, it stops being as good as it was when you started. I still like more choice so I like America’s jobs better than Ethiopia but still,...
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...of America. Both Brazil and the United States of America are the largest multiracial societies in the Americas, as well they both share a history of slavery, and plantation slavery at that, and finally both societies have confronted the legacy of slavery in the form of deeply entrenched racial inequality(Racial Inequality in Brazil and the United States, page 229). With all these similarities you would imagine that they both would be making strides toward a more equal society. It is safe to safe that the United States of America is at a state of more equality than any time in the history of this country, but where does that put Brazil? Are they making the same strides as the United States of America? Brazil is most definitely a Multiracial population, which would lead you to believe that it is a multiracial democracy, but that assumption would be far from the truth based on all the research that I have done and based on the articles that I have read. In the year 1991 51.6% of Brazil’s population was white, while 42.6% of the population was brown, and 4%was black (Demographic Censuses). When you look at that compared to the United States of America in 1980 when 83% of the population was white, while only 11.7% of the population was black and 5% of the population had some other orientation (1980 Census of Population). When you look at Trivett 2 those numbers you would instantly assume that Brazil has more of a multiracial democracy than even the United States of America. There...
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...Opportunity” still fit what America is like today? Probably not because of all the issues that are currently going on. There’s no such thing as making America completely perfect, but there are definitely ways in which America could be improved upon. Improvement starts by finding the problems that are occurring. Issues that are currently happening are problems with illegal immigration, violence, unemployment and the health care. Each of these are completely different from the other, but with improvement in each of these, America can be one step closer to the beautiful country that it once originally was. One problem in America is that there are immigrants that come in the country illegally. They’re called undocumented immigrants. This wouldn’t be a problem if it was just like 20 people, but in total there is more than 10 million...
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...America has been called the land of opportunity, but for whom For a long time America has been called the land of opportunity. However, who is the opportunities for? Are they for the immigrants coming into the country, or for American born citizens? In America you have the opportunity to be or do whatever you desire. If you are determined and have a drive to do something, then it is possible. Some people have the drive to be rich and successful. Being rich means you are successful and you do not have to worry about debt. Some immigrants just have a desire to be successful so they don’t have to live in poverty. [Thesis] America offers different opportunities for citizens such as what they want to become, what kind of lifestyle they choose, and what welfare benefits they receive. To start off, America offers many opportunities for many people. No matter what career choice you are interested in, there is an option to pursue it. There have been a few people who have pursued their ambitions and had great success. Andrew Carnegie arrived in 1848 with barely a dollar to his name. By...
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...“America is the union leader and the CEO who puts aside their differences to make the economy stronger” (Barack Obama). America is constantly looking for plenty of opportunities to help themselves expand and be the best country there is. A beneficial way to achieve the concept of being the better country, especially economically, with increasing the diversity of the country, is to allow illegal immigrants to become American Citizens. The U.S is known for its great job and living opportunities, therefore, it’s not shocking that people would want to come to America and have better living conditions. These immigrants are not the only ones that have come here looking for a better life, as it is known this country was not our origin of country. The only difference between us and the immigrants, is we took this country forcefully from the Native Americans. They not only want a better life for themselves, but for their children as well. In a lot of cases you do see families giving birth in the United States and sadly end up getting broken up because, although the child is a U.S citizen the parents are not, and as a result they end up being deported. There is no question why parents would decide to want to have their child in America, they want a better life for their children especially better than what they had and America is a great place...
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...Latin America is more than just an exotic travel destination for Americans or any travelers from around the world for that matter. Though Latin America is filled with several breath-taking wonders of the world; including their crystal clear waters and beautiful sandy white beaches, tropical rain forests, and ancient historical landmarks. Latin America’s tranquil atmosphere should not be underestimated as the little more than underdeveloped sibling. After examining the history, politics, and economic stand point of the countries in Latin America, they have many similarities with the United States and several differences that should be taken into consideration when dealing with United States foreign policy with Latin American countries. What is Latin America? Where is Latin America? What countries are considered to be a part of Latin American? These are the initial questions a person thinks about when Latin America comes into a discussion. Around the world people will have their own ideas and stereotypes about Latin America, but here are the facts. The term Latin America is used to describe the countries in the sub regions of the Americas that were once the old colonies of European nations. The reference to Latin corresponds to the fact that as product of the colonization from the European nations the languages now spoken in these countries are Latin based. The languages spoken are derived from the so called “Romance tongues” of Spain, Portugal, and France. Latin America stretches...
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...Research Paper Angelo State University Capstone Seminar Dr. James Phelps May 5, 2016 The Immigration Crisis Over the past 20 years immigration has become a hot topic in American culture. Since September 11, 2001, the concern for security at our nation’s borders is higher than ever. The threat of another attack lies imminent in the country’s mind. With the increase in concern for border security comes the issue of how to approach and handle the illegal immigration epidemic that is currently affecting the United States. We should first look back at the Roman Empire to give us a better understanding of the problems and solutions of immigration. There are astonishing similarities between the rise of the United States and power and the upsurge of Roman Republic. (Pagdan) These likenesses are not due to the specific character of both states, rather there is a common pattern in the development of every powerful state and the United States and Rome are examples of this pattern. The effects that immigration has on the United States are limitless. There have been endless debates over these effects since as early as the colonial times. The economic, fiscal and demographic effects are three major topics that tend to rule these debates. Regardless on someone’s political view of immigration, everyone should realize how it has and is shaping the United States today. The economic, fiscal and demographic effects are three major topics that tend to rule the debates on immigration...
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...sadness, and doubt. In these grave situations, inspiring historic leaders have stepped out of the masses to help lead America to be one of the top economic, political, and social countries in the world. The leadership of some Americans over the first centuries as a country is awe-inspiring. In periods throughout history, when America believed the country was on the brink of failure, determined leaders stepped in, to assist the country back to full success. After wars between countries, oppression of citizens,...
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...Not everyone likes that America is a diverse country. By making this commercial it upset a lot of people. It started with the coke commercial and the individual videos from each singer, then they made a video about how each person felt being able to live her in America and how they have felt about all of this being done, and then finally there was the deadspin quotes where people were mad that the commercial came out and the Stephen Colbert report on the whole situation. The commercial was made to show the diversity in America and how we can all be one but after seeing all of this is shows me how many people are really against America being diverse and having people here with different nationalities. I however, think that this commercial was very inspirational and intriguing. This commercial has opened up my eyes and showed me how diverse our country really is. What I also didn’t realize before watching this commercial was how horrible and disrespectful Americans can be to foreigners. While watching this commercial I saw how upset these people were about how they have been treated and how different and out of place that they felt sometimes being in certain groups. No one should ever have to feel the way that they have had to feel in their life. Most of the people that were in this commercial were born and raised here in America. Just because they have different nationalities and have learned things about their cultures and know different languages does not make them foreigners...
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...bathrooms, are instead taken by illegal immigrants” (Collins). Are, in fact, illegal immigrants taking jobs that Americans could have? Many Americans believe that this is true, but would these jobs just go to waste if these immigrants did not take them? So many Americans think that illegal immigrants just come to America to take jobs from us, but really these illegal immigrants do more good than bad for our country. Why do illegal immigrants try to come to America in the first place? America has always been known as the land of the free, the land of opportunity. Illegal immigrants see this as a way to live a happier and a more successful life. According to Iowa senator, Dave Edwards, “The immigration system in this country is broken. It is estimated there are currently more than 12 million persons residing in the US illegally” (Edwards). All of these immigrants come to America to have a better life for their families and themselves. They work hard so that they can have a better future. So yes, the system may be broken but it could be a good thing that it is like this, not only for the immigrants but for Americans, as well. Illegal immigrants are normally paid more in America than they would be paid in Mexico, although they are at the bottom, and the lowest paid in this country. “Because of their low wages, they are forced to live in low-rent housing under sub-standard living conditions and because of their immigration status, they feel they do not have the freedom to report...
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...costs in America are the highest compared to every other country. Many people explain that our costs are higher just because our expensive costs, on going to the doctor more often, or that wet get sicker more. In fact, the opposite is true. The reason that medical costs are higher is because of the prices. Since the prices are higher we as Americans pay more, it’s that simple. When trying to explain the high cost of medical care many people though it was because we use medical services more often as Americans. Research shows that “we spend less time in hospitals than Germans and see doctors less often than Canadians.” (Klein) This is odd, because even though the above is true our medical costs are almost double that of Germany and Canada. We pay more and get less out of medical care. “The United States spends more on health care than any of the other OECD countries spend, without providing more services than the other countries do” (Klein). This just shows that our prices for some reason are just higher than they are in other countries. To understand why this is we must understand why prices in other countries are lower. “In 2009, Americans spent $7,960 per person on health care. Our neighbors in Canada spent $4,808. The Germans spent $4,218. The French, $3,978” (Klein). The reason behind the lower prices in the above countries is because their countries governments negotiate more aggressively with health care providers to set an optimal price. These countries either have...
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...is my turn to pay back the debt to the men who fought for my beautiful country. My responsibility as a citizen to America consists of voting, respecting, submitting, and to serving my country. Responsibility is defined as the state or fact of being responsible, answerable, or accountable for something within one’s power, control, or management. Personally, I agree with that statement, but responsibility means more to me than just being accountable it means to fulfill your jobs, own up to your actions, but most importantly follow the commands given to us in scripture by God. When I think of America, I think of it’s history, and all of the battles and wars that were fought to bring us to where we are today....
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...values is more American than the other though three of these mean more to me personally than others. Patriotism, freedom, and equality. Together they make the United States of America unique from any other country. Yes, some countries have freedom, but no other country in the world is like ours because we hold these values nearest and dearest to us; at least most of us do. These five values are the values that we strive for in perfecting to make us so great. Some are more rounded than others but they are all what makes the United States so unique. I decided to chose was patriotism as one of the values that describes me as an American because I feel like no matter what the situation is in America, every American should be patriotic. Not saying that a person has to be a die hard patriotic person and willing to take a bullet for his, or her country, but one should love their country, not the government for say. I feel like patriotism defines who I am as an American because of the support and respect I have for my country, even though I do feel like there are flaws all throughout this country and it’s history, I still stand up and by my country. I decided to do my part and show my love and devotion for this country by joining the military and enlisting this past February. The text from class that I decided to chose was “On 9-11, patriotism and the U.S flag”. This was a good text to chose because the author was an American at heart who really loved this country, but he...
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...accepting of homosexuals and their way of life. I don’t cast judgment upon them and I believe they should be treated the same as any other person. With my eyes open I now wondered what it was like for people who are gay in different cultures. I know how homosexuals are treated in America. For the most part we as a culture accept them. There will always be ignorant people no matter where you go. But for the mostly America as whole is becoming more and more accepting. In some states gay marriage is even legal. I can only imagine, looking at how far our acceptance has come, one day people will think it’s crazy that gay marriage was once ever illegal anywhere in our country. But what is it like for people who are gay that live in different parts of the world? Is it the same for them as it is in America? I assume unfortunately there is hate anywhere you go. But maybe there are cultures that are more accepting then others. Africa is one of the least accepting of homosexuality. As sad as it may be, it could be said that for the most part they are pretty much anti-gay. In over 35 different countries just in Africa alone being gay is actually considered a crime (Maeda, Jamison). In all of these countries the leaders feel that being a homosexual...
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...Immigration in America One of the most controversial political issues today is illegal immigrants. Illegal immigrants is a serious problem that has to stop, because it is unfair to the people here in America. Illegal immigration is also unfair for the country that the immigrant left. It is public knowledge that the majority of the illegal immigrants in America come from Mexico. This is a problem that must me stopped as it hurts America’s economy and tax paying citizens. Illegal immigrants live off tax payers, take jobs and housing of hard working citizens, and leave there country of birth without skilled workers and help leave their own country into poverty. Legal American citizens pay taxes that help support welfare, health care, public schools and many other social services, many of which are taken advantage of by illegal immigrants. Illegal immigrants do not have to pay as many taxes as citizens do, illegal immigrants don’t have to pay social security. This isn’t fair to Americans. I personally don’t care if people migrate here I just want them to have to pay taxes just like everyone else. Illegal immigrants need to abide by the same laws as Americans. If a child is born in America, even if the parents are illegal, the child is a American citizen, making this child a burden to the state to make sure the child receives adequate care. So every tax paying Americans dollars are going towards welfare and food stamps, just because the child was born here in America. The majority...
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