...future described by Huxley in “Brave New World,” and not the world described in Orwell’s “1984.” He does an excellent job proving facts and disturbing anecdotes, but he lacks showing the audience an opposing viewpoint. Despite this he is able to clearly show is agreement, by proving emotion supported by fact. Postman is able to connect with his audience through his credentials. The student feels that Postman shows a dangerous path that American Culture may be on, and is able to provide a warning to those who listen to his speech. Analysis of Neal Postman’s “Amusing Ourselves to Death” “What is dangerous about television is not it’s junk. Every culture can absorb a fair amount of junk, and, in any case, we do not judge a culture by its junk but by how it conducts its serious public business. What is happening in America is that television is transforming all serious public business into junk.” (Postman, 1984, p. 2) In his speech, "Amusing Ourselves to Death," Neil Postman, Columbia University graduate, and one time chair of the Department of Culture and Communication, made the point that American culture is headed for a culture like that described in Adlus Huxley's "Brave New World," and not the culture described in George Orwell's, "1984." He described the world imagined in 1984 as a place where there were no books, and where the people are prisoners to the government that controls them. In contrast, Mr. Postman describes the culture in "Brave New World," by saying that...
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...behind him. The Puritans were a big supporter of his teaching. There group is surrounded by the ways of Calvinism. Calvinism is a very strict, high moral and strong work ethic type of living. John Calvin ultimately created many different groups including Presbyterian and Reform church throughout the country. Many of these groups traveled to America to practice freely meaning gaining many new settlers in America, which created an even bigger mixing pot of religions to...
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...on the moon. His name was Neil Armstrong. His quote was “one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind.” I chose this speech because it stuck out to me not because he recently passed but they it sounded it just spoke to me. I am going to tell you about how he was brave, a true American, and how he is important to me. I think Neil Armstrong was very brave for multiple reasons. First is that he had gone out there without knowing anything. He didn’t know what was there or what could have happened. I mean yeah they had a basic idea of what was out there but still. He had no clue what he was getting himself into no idea at all. And he was the first person to step foot on the moon and plant the flag that would be pretty scary. Not only was he brave in my opinion but he was a true American. To me Neil was a true American for a couple of things. He did this not only for himself but for the world and mostly our country. And to have that flag on the moon is just special and I bet he felt great putting it up because I know I would. This also proved to the person that pretty much nothing was impossible. That they could get up onto that rock in the sky we call the moon that we could do anything. He was a true American, and he was also important to me. Neil Armstrong in my opinion was a great man and he was important to me. He did this huge thing that made history and completely changed the world. He made history for himself and America. And I think that is awesome great and cool. When...
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...Not only did Lincoln show his love for America by winning the Civil War, he showed it by presenting his foreign policy. His foreign policy was so successful that it convinced the other nations that the North’s cause for fighting was solely based off the idea of emancipation, and although emancipation seemed to be known as “the impossible” of the time, they worked together to win the war against the South, and take back the freedom for African Americans. This shows what was best for the nation because Lincoln knew that if they won this war, it wouldn’t only effect America it would also effect people from around the world, and give them hope for the better .Lincoln also had a huge part in maintaining the name “America, land of the free and home of the brave.” One way he contributed to this was passing the...
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...Nicholas Dr. Kinp Writing Workshop September 28, 2015 Charitable and Righteous: A Cardinal’s View on Homeless People Thesis: Cardinal Dolan’s view on homeless men and women is virtuous due to the charitable and righteous nature it upholds. First, Cardinal Dolan’s approach to homeless people is very charitable. He believes that the people of America should be doing more to help homeless people. The everyday person should not be turning his or her cheek away from those of a less fortunate background. The stereotypes he points out, such as unclean, smelly, agitated, and so on, should not determine how society views them. Homeless people are not the problem; the problem is: how is society going to deal with helping them. He quotes Pope Francis, saying, “The measure of the greatness of a society is found in the way it treats those most in need, those who have nothing apart from their poverty.” This is a very strong quote that supports Cardinal Dolan’s point immensely. Americans need to be more charitable and gracious when it comes to helping the homeless because in the end, all they have is poverty. Second, Cardinal Dolan is stating that society has to be righteous when dealing with the homeless. He says, “Homeless people are God’s Children”. They are not merely some person on the side of the street to be completely ignored and forgotten. The everyday American has to treat them right. This does not mean that one should give money or buy a meal for all homeless people, but...
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...to accomplish their goals. No one knows what drives people to undertake a mission, but people have done dangerous and brave things in the process of accomplishing their goals and dreams. Ernesto struggled to fit into a new community while the Apollo 13 crew had to make split second decisions to survive; yet both of them were determined and bravely endured hardships to accomplish their goals and dreams. In Barrio Boy Ernesto is moving from Mexico to America and is intimidated by the massive size of his school. His school was three stories high and was yellow with a shingled roof. When he entered the school he tried to decide if Miss Hopley was a friend or foe, but when she stood up he decided that, “she was a match for giants”. Ernesto overcame his fear of tall energetic people when he met Mrs. Ryan. She celebrated whenever one of her students learned a new word and it felt like she was with them. Ernesto was brave,made new friends,and fit into a new school, but at the end of it all he learned that being an American didn’t mean he couldn’t be a proud Mexican....
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...Fearing the Future America, “land of the free and home of the Brave”… New World. Many people feel that the government and media is conditioning us to act a certain way. To most Americans the idea of not having your own freedoms is an absurd thought, but is it really that far of a stretch from reality? Has the government and media conditioned us slowly into thinking certain things, whether it’s television, advertising, internet, or even education? The government has been making regulations and standards to categorize us in a very strategic manner. It all comes down to a test score, the (SAT/ACT). These two scores can make, or brake a person. Is it really fair to have an individual’s life determined on how you act and score on a test as a late teen? Does the SAT and other standardized tests really predict your future success, the...
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...President of The United States of America. 5. Ronald Reagan’s parents were John Edward (Jack) Reagan and Nellie Wilson Reagan. Jack opened a shoe store in 1920 in Dixon, Illinois and was also an alcoholic. 6. During Reagan’s early years, they lived in several towns but ended up moving to Dixon, Illinois in 1920. In 1928, Ronald Reagan graduated from Dixon High School; he was a star athlete and also student body president. During his summer vacations, Ronald Reagan made money working as a lifeguard in Dixon, Illinois. 7. Ronald attended Eureka College in Illinois on an athletic scholarship. He studied and majored in economics and sociology. He also played football, ran track, was captain of the swim team, served as student council president and acted in several school productions. He graduated in 1932 and then worked as a radio sports announcer in the state of Iowa. 8. President Reagan was able to reduce social programs and place restrictions on businesses. He also lowered taxes in order to help the economy get stronger. He also increased military spending while reducing some social programs and measures to increase business. In 1981, President Reagan elected Sandra Day O’Connor as the first woman to the U.S. Supreme Court. 9. President Reagan declared Russia (Soviet Union) as an “Evil Empire” and ordered additional U.S. weapons and troops. He began the “Reagan Doctrine” which assisted people in Africa, Asia and Latin America in fighting against communism. He...
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...When America is typically described you usually hear phrases such as, “Land of the free and home of the brave or “Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness.” The Fourth of July celebration is a reminder of the struggles and challenges Americans undertook to win independence from Great Britain. However, for many people America wasn’t free, nor could they pursue life, liberty or happiness. Even though black men fought for the Continental Army, they still were not free and The Fourth of July celebration is a reminder of those times, when America was racial divided. A quote by Frederick Douglass in 1852 sums up how many Black Americans feel about the Fourth of July today; he said, "This Fourth of July is yours, not mine. You may rejoice, I must...
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...Never Say Never It’s hard to believe in this day and age that racism is still presently typical as the latest turmoil over the Washington Redskins football team’s name and image. Yet some fans and the owner of the team defend the name like it was a biblical symbol. It is hard to fathom their defiance and meaningless excuses like the quote from the owner “ I will never, change the name! Washington Redskins’ is much more than just a name. It stands for strength, courage, and respect—the very values that are so intrinsic to Native American culture 1.” If that was the case then why are the real communities of First Nations people not backing the owner and fan’s reasoning? The owner of the Redskins is a man named Dan Snyder, a Jew who you would...
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...What if the September eleventh attack never happened? Would America be better or worse than it is today? The terrorist attacks create a great impact for people alive, present, or involved and they seem to be left with a scar that they carry with them forever. A lot of things have changed due to damaging attacks. After the terrorist attack of 2001, the U.S. was negatively affected because homeland security has increased dramatically, people have been a lot more cautious, and the citizens of America have become increasingly racist towards those of different ethnicities. After the 9/11 attack, security around the nation has greatly increased with more cops, and it affects people differently. The number of people in the police departments has increased since 2001. This is a good and a bad thing. It is good because that means we are safer, but at the same time we are not. We are not safe at the same time because a lot of people are being killed or abused by those in the police force. America is said to be the “land of the free, and the home of the brave,” but it is more like “home of the brave and...
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...Psychologist, is famous for his research on “Operant Conditioning.” He believed that the greatest way to understand man’s behavior is to look at the causes of the actions and consequences that follow. The Regan/Bush era were ten years of an unprecedented rise and fall in American history. There were rumors of wars, and wars. The United States military expansion was the largest in peacetime history. Health care continued to be an issue throughout the Reagan/Bush Years. A few White House scandals made America laugh, and cry. Technology became a key player in how America and the world saw themselves. The events of September 11, 2001was etched in so many minds from the moment of the first plane crashing into the World Trade Center. Technology made sure that every American; every nation saw and heard the horrible minute-by-minute moments from either a computer or some form of advance technology. Throughout those ten years, America was still the “Land of the Free and the Home of the Brave” The Star-Spangled Banner. (2014). Some would say that times change man, but if man...
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...the American Dream does not have to be taught or learned. Growing up in America, it is imbedded in our minds at a young age that America has it all. American is the land of opportunity and allows its citizens to work hard and gain an uncapped amount of success. However, it is more apparent that this “dream” has transformed into a myth over the several years since its creation. Once upon a time, America was seen as the place to gain opportunity and success. However, as times continue to change, this vision of the dream continues to slip out of American’s hands and more into the mind as a myth. The major component of the myth of the American Dream is a simple one. America is the land of the free and home of the brave. Our American ancestors have fought for freedom and gained it allowing fellow Americans endless opportunities that can lead to great success. These opportunities do not just end with Americans; they are extended to all nationalities that come to America with hopes of living the so called American Dream. Although the American Dream may just be a myth, it definitely gives people hope. Most times, that hope is enough to lead to the drive and determination necessary to reach some level of the American Dream. There are several artifacts that help display the myth of the American Dream. Two artifacts that I have chosen are relevant to views of the American Dream. The first is a quote from a book by the worldwide known rapper, Tupac Shakur. Shakur wrote: ...
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... King Jr. and how he affected the lives of so many people during his civil rights movement, in both the good and the bad ways. But, how has he impacted my life? How has he impacted your life? To me, he was an example of extraordinary person, with all of his brave actions, there is no way not to call him an American hero. He has impacted my life by showing the perfect example of how if something's not right to you, stand up and face it. His use of the non violent approach was the main show stopper for the world as in most events today, and even back then, many people utilized the violent and blood covered approach. He spoke the words of truth and even used multiple sources as his evidence. With all said, how could one not hold his honor even after his death. His goal was to see segregation and racism towards African Americans be completely obliterated, in a non violent way, out of the United States of America. While even in this generation racism is still a problem, although not as extreme as...
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...Poets of the Harlem Renaissance David Glenn HUM112 It was during the 1920’s and 30’s in which a new movement was taking place in the United States. A movement that had kindled a brand new kind of cultural identity for Black Americans. An almost spiritual “coming of age” (Foner & Garraty, 1991), the Harlem Renaissance was a time in which the African American communities of the United States began making strides in literary, artistic, and intellectual achievement. While not necessarily contained to the Harlem neighborhood of New York City, Harlem certainly attracted the largest concentration of this particular intellect and served as the epicenter of this historic movement. Some of the most famous writers in American history emerged from this cultural awakening and include but are not limited to the talents of Langston Hughes and Countee Cullen. Possibly the most recognizable name of the Harlem Renaissance, Langston Hughes was a poet and writer who through several publications, became “one of the foremost interpreters to the world of the black experience in the United States” (Hutchinson, 2014). His parents had separated shortly after his birth and was raised mostly by his grandmother. Unfortunately, she had passed while Langston was in his early teens and he had been left with the choice of living with his mother, which is when he first began to cultivate his writing talent. His work during this era was primarily influenced by his life within the now historic...
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