...mediums the media uses to reach the great majority of the world. Whether it is by use of print, such as newspapers or magazines, or by broadcast, by means of television, radio and the internet, the media has a way of presenting information to suit its purpose, whatever that may be. The media has difficulty in its representation of diversity, as many times different ethnic backgrounds are grossly misrepresented or deliberately depicted. One such ethnic group that has suffered at the hands of the media is the Latino community. The media has become a numbers game, driven by ratings and demographics, seeking to provide information of a shock value-centered subject matter, which will draw more viewers. Latinos have generally been negatively stereotyped in the media as poor, uneducated, lazy, and violent. Another popular representation of Latinos is that they have poor language skills, and that they are gang members, teen mothers, illegal immigrants, drug dealers and traffickers, and common criminals. When it comes to stereotyping Latinos, the media tends to translate everything negatively. Comfortable sexuality is labeled as prostitution; having a lot of kids is associated with being impoverished and acting assertive is viewed as ‘macho’. I would say, however, that without a doubt, the most overwhelming Latino representation in the media deals with immigration. With states such as Arizona and Georgia establishing immigration laws and Latino Profiling Laws (specifically in Arizona)...
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...Prescription Drug Abuse in America Kelsey Diamond Ferris State University Abstract Prescription drug abuse is a very real and prominent facet of American society. According to the staff at Mayo Clinic, “Prescription drug abuse is the use of a prescription medication in a way not intended by the prescribing doctor [and] includes everything from taking a friend's prescription painkiller for your backache to snorting or injecting ground-up pills to get high”. Because of the high rates of abuse and serious effects of prescription drugs, it is important that this topic is explained to and understood by the American public. The purpose of this research was to gain such understanding and organize it in a way that is informational and comprehensible...
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...Introduction The average American household has about three television sets per household and the average American watches about five hours of television each day. Television has a very powerful influence in developing our value systems and shaping the behavior of both children and adults. The University of Twente states: “Cultivation theory in its most basic form, suggests that television is responsible for shaping, or ‘cultivating’ viewers’ conceptions of social reality. The combined effect of massive television exposure by viewers over time subtly shapes the perception of social reality for individuals and, ultimately, for our culture as a whole.” It would be safe to assume, that to some degree, television shapes concepts about the way we...
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...The 2017 Music Billboard Awards shocked many, as the Korean-pop boy group BTS won top social artist against US artists. My Cambodian friend had just recently gotten into K-pop, and while watching the award show, she said her grandma was moved to tears since it was the first time she saw Asian men on American television. At that moment, I realized how big of a deal this was to many other Asian Americans. They finally saw themselves in an attractive, desirable light. My sudden revelation comes to show how minorities have been deprived of respectable representation for so long and how normalized it is. For too long, minorities have been stereotypically viewed and placed lesser than whites. Blacks are only athletes and criminals. Hispanics are...
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...all the major sports, Latinos have had the greatest impact on major league baseball. Today nearly 25% of the players in the major leagues were born in Latin America (Berry, 1). As such baseball provides a unique perspective on Latinos in the media. Players rarely provide insight into their personalities rather our perception is based upon what the media wants us to believe. In this regard, baseball media artifacts enable us to see how differently Latinos were personified in the media over time. In the end it will become apparent that while their growth and achievement on the field has escalated, media perceptions have remained relatively unchanged. Over the past century, there have been countless Hispanic players in the major leagues. Television has captured their advancement on the field and has created hundreds of media artifacts. For purpose of analysis herein, two media artifacts were selected. The first artifact was the ESPN 30 for 30 documentary, FernandoNation. This 30 for 30 media artifact is...
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...problem solving strategies. Investigate violations of State/City laws and ordinances and arrest violators by using the degree of force necessary in accordance with Missouri State laws and Ferguson Police Department’s policies. Secures crime scenes to identify and collect physical evidence and obtains descriptions of suspects/vehicles involved in crimes or criminal activity. 2, Recruitment Campaign The HR Department will develop a Recruitment Plan Checklist. The HR Department will advertise the Recruiting of Police Officers by reaching the following resources: Professional organizations (African-American, Latino, and women to reach minorities); newspapers and city publications; African-American Colleges and Universities; Radio and Television stations; job fairs. The recruitment signs will be posted in State and City...
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...COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF THE REPRESENTATION OF FAMILY IN THE TELEVISION SHOW WEEDS Name Instructor Introduction For some time now, different faculties on human psychology, sociology and cultural studies have been investigating the effect of media artifacts in influencing and dictating ideologies and perceptions in the societies that consume them. Contemporary findings indicate that media artifacts such as television shows, movies, and books, directly influence the behavior of individuals within their different social groups and determine the type of interpersonal relationships one forges with other people, relative to their role in their lives. In addition, media affect the expressions of social class and socio-economic stature through the encouragement of the consumer culture and individualism. This paper analyses the television series Weeds, seeking to highlight how the portrayal of a single-mother family mirrors the literature on single-parent families in terms of perceived structures, financial challenges, academic achievement of children and the emotional and psychological health as well as the challenges specifically affecting single mothers. Weeds is an eight-season television show depicting the character of Nancy, a recently widowed woman who struggles to a means of mitigating the growing financial problem she faces following the death of Judah, her husband. She eventually opts to expand small her marijuana retailing enterprise to make ends...
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...Media: Not the Precursor for Violence in Society Although the surge of brutality on television is often blamed as the prominent cause for the increased violence in our society, the true causes are related to the social situations that influence and contributing to violent behavior. Child abuse, domestic violence, poverty, and substance abuse are just some of the issues that have a predominate impact on developing aggressive tendencies; people are created by a combination of these life experiences. It is not a coincidence that many of the children growing up with violence become violent. These same combative adults may gravitate toward television programing that depicts aggressive behaviors. Families and communities are ripped apart by the increasing violence in society. It is argued that exposure to violence from television, movies, and video games do cause the violence in communities. The Aurora Movie Theater shooting and Sandy Hook Elementary massacre are just two examples of horrific violence in schools and communities. Both pointed towards media as the catalyst. Notwithstanding are the many studies showing the effect of aggressive behavior from viewing violence on television. Unfortunately, the results of most of these studies show the relationship of violence just doesn’t go in one direction; according to Leonard Eron (1982, p. 210), “Aggression can be learned in many ways. Recourse to aggressive behavior as a way of solving problems is the...
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...opinion of marijuana, not very many actually have a problem with the drug itself. The driving force behind their decision to be against marijuana is based mostly on the fact that it is illegal. TIME magazine held a poll on their website in which they asked their readers if marijuana should be legalized. Given that TIME’s website is not likely to be a full representation of ALL their readers, nor the rest of the people in the United States, an astonishing 80% of the poll agreed that the legalization of marijuana should be put into effect (St. Pierre 1). One philosopher who would probably side with this 80% is John Rawls, the creator of the “Theory of Justice”. In his theory, Rawls states that we, as a society, should treat things with a veil of ignorance. This meaning to work out the basic principles in a society, one should pretend that they know nothing about our social classes, laws, or anything else (Rawls 12). The specs on marijuana would suggest it is harmless, but it is natural that for every argument against the legalization of marijuana, there is an argument for it. Face it; marijuana’s prohibition in the United States has not stopped its production, possession, or recreational use. This fact leaves many scratching their heads as to why the substance has not yet been legalized. John Rawls, a great American philosopher, would have, most likely, been against the idea of marijuana being illegal. In his main work, the “Theory of Justice”, Rawls pushes hard for...
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...Should professional sports people (such as AFL footballers, national cricketers) be role models? In this context, consider the role of observational and social learning, and what role they are modeling. Make sure that you primarily address psychological rather than sociological aspects of being a role model. Sport has always been a fundamental principle of Australian Society. The social and cultural roles of sport have provided Australians with unity as well as a sense of patriotism. Our interest in sport has not only contributed to expanding our “national consciousness” but was also a factor towards federation in 1901 (Cashman, 2003). Currently, almost 70 per cent of Australians engage in some form of sporting activity every week (Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, 2012) and through this our passion towards sport has even extended to an elite level. Within Australia there is a considerably large football culture, where “thousands of Australians descend on football stadiums” to support their respective teams (Australian Government, 2008). Of these codes the most “loyal and dedicated fans” are those devoted to Australian Rules Football (AFL) (Australian Government, 2008) and their devotion also spreads to those who play it. Due to the physical and social benefits that sport has on young Australians, the negative consequences which may arise due to them idolizing sports men and women, are quite often overlooked. In most cases, young boys view sportsmen such as AFL players...
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...AMERICA’S NEXT TOP MODEL CYCLE 20 PARTICIPANT APPLICATION Please read the preceding Eligibility Requirements before completing this application. The Eligibility Requirements contain important instructions regarding the videotape, photographs and other items, which must accompany any submitted participant application, as well as submission guidelines for your application package. And remember, above all else, you must BE HONEST! Any answer may be verified for accuracy. Don't answer a question hoping to give us the answer we "want" to hear. Section I: The Basics 1.) 2.) First Name ________________Middle Name_____________Last Name__________________ Have you ever formally or otherwise changed your name or used an alias or another name? If so, what other names and/or aliases have you used? AGE ______________ DATE OF BIRTH _______/______/_______ PLEASE NOTE: Applicants must be between the ages of 18 and 27 at the time of this application 3a. 4.) Male _____________ Female _____________ 3.) Height ______________& Weight ______________LBS (PLEASE NOTE: If you are a female, You must be AT OR ABOVE five feet and seven inches [5’7”] in height to be eligible; If you are a male, You must be AT OR ABOVE five feet and ten inches [5’10”] in height to be eligible although Producers reserve the right to make case-by-case exceptions. However, the Producers are looking for a variety of models, including plus size models.) 5.) 6.) Social Security # ______-_____-______ Driver’s License #...
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...improve the desired effect of having your message heard and understood. The greatest asset the United States Marine Corps has is its Marines. It is important that the leadership does everything they can to ensure the safety of each and every one of their Marines. This means that they need to educate the workforce on issues that pose a threat to their safety. One of these threats that pose one of the biggest risks to Marines safety is alcohol and drug abuse. The message I will be conveying is drug and alcohol prevention. The purpose of it is to pass knowledge on about the dangers of abusing alcohol and drugs as well as the repercussions if Marines are caught violating Marine Corps Orders and the law while under the influence of these substances. The desired result is to have Marines walk away with the knowledge of the dangers of these substances and the impact it could have on their lives and career. Hopefully with this new, or refreshed, knowledge they will be deterred from abusing these substances or using them if they are illegal. The intended audience is all active duty Marines in the command that this message will be given to. This could possibly be presented to Marines from the rank of Private all the way up to a four star General, depending on who is part of that command....
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...Communication Commission; and the 3) Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. Federal Trade Commission. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) investigates consumer complaints and concerns regarding unfair competition, fraud, and misleading practices in the marketplace. Federal Communication Commission. The Federal Communication Commission (FCC) is an independent agency of the United States governed by five presidentially-appointed commissioners. The commissioners serve a maximum term length of five years and no more than three commissioners can be affiliated with the same political party. The FCC is responsible for regulating communications in or initiating from the US. Communication channels that the FCC has jurisdiction over include television and radio airwaves, satellite and cable transmissions, and telegraph communications. The FCC was formed by Congress with the Communications Act of 1934. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is an independent commission responsible for oversight in the energy industry. The FERC does not set rates, but oversee them to ensure fair consumer pricing and rates, issues licensing to some jurisdictional energy plants, and monitors compliance to environmental concerns in the electric,...
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...products at an astounding rate. The problem I have with sports related advertisements specifically relates to the beer industry. These are some of the most profitable corporations and suck people in with multimillion-dollar commercials. These commercials are clever yet often deceitful. Beer commercials also air more frequently than that of nearly any other product. This gives viewers a constant reminder to purchase a product that, in fact, can be dangerous and detrimental to one's health. Beer commercials should be banned from televised sporting events because beer commercials make viewers believe they are dependent on alcohol consumption to enjoy watching sports. Watching televised sports is viewed as a social event. Gathering around the television with friends, living and dying with every pitch, is a rich part of the American culture and its tradition. These are the moments people look forward to. Spending time with ones closest friends while watching their favorite sports team is a way to escape the pressures of everyday life and enjoy professional sports at its finest. TV and sports have an extraordinary ability to bring people closer together as people celebrate their team’s accomplishments in real time. Corporations know Milgram 2 this to be true. Companies spend millions of...
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...I remember a quote Aristotle says, the roots of education are bitter, but the fruits are sweet. I was so privileged that my parents sent me to school for my education, it is an opportunity that the youth today needs to enjoy and achieve. Education is a lot of struggles, peer pressures and stress at all especially to the college students yet I can say that is worth living. You learned to discipline yourself and use your time wisely and usefully. It is a continuous process until the end of our existence on earth. It is not only an instrument and preparation of our life but also education is the life itself. Our life that is not something discovered but it is something molded day by day. Education disparity or education gap as well is one of the main reasons and social issues of the young today. Recently, after the massive destruction of the typhoon Yolanda the Philippine government top priority is on education. The government prepared over P309 billion financial plans for the construction of classrooms and libraries and for the books and other services needed reported by the GMA news last January 27, 2014, was considered the biggest budget among all national government agencies this year. The major spending includes: * P44.6 billion for the construction, repair and rehabilitation of at least 43,000 kindergarten, elementary and secondary school buildings nationwide * P1.7 billion for the procurement of over 42 million learning modules and teaching guides to support of...
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