"Rand Paul Blames 'Lack of Fathers' for Baltimore Protests"
Republican Senator Rand Paul made a statement on the protests of Freddie Gray's death, saying the "lack of fathers" was to blame. He mentioned he had come through the city on a train and was thankful they didn't stop. The 2016 candidate grouped the looting and protesting together describing it as moral issues of "thuggery and thievery". The article also provided links to statistics showing that the stereotype of black fathers being absent is just that, a stereotype. He also stated that he fully supported the Baltimore police.
This relates to our government class because it discusses the 2016 presidential campaign, and how the candidates opinions effect their campaigns. I had planned on looking for statistics to fight the "absent father" stereotype, but was pleasantly surprised to see the article provided them. Since the beginning of his campaign, I haven't been a fan of Rand Paul, his environmental policies are lacking and he seems to have no concern over unequal pay or the rising college prices, despite targeting the American youth in his campaign. I think the statement he made was very racist, and that a candidate in 2015 should know better than to mindlessly trust stereotypes. I think this will definitely hurt his campaign and cause loss of support from the African American community and from those supportive of racial equality.
Thursday, April 30, 2015
Thursday, April 23, 2015
Blog Post #12
"Senate Makes History by Confirming Loretta Lynch as U.S. Attorney General"
As prior Attorney General Eric Holder resigns, Loretta Lynch has been confirmed the new Attorney General. Lynch is the first African-American woman to hold this position. This was only achieved by extensive delay due to GOP. The Republican party has many criticisms against Lynch, mostly focusing on her views on immigration. She was confirmed 56 to 43, in addition to all Democrats 10 republicans gave her their vote. Ted Cruz was the only one to not vote but was one of her harshest critics, declaring her unfit for the job. Senator Claire McCaskill made a comment on GOP's response to Lynch saying "What my colleagues on the other side of the aisle are saying is, it doesn't matter if you're qualified... We have a new test: You must disagree with the president who nominates you" and added that "It is beyond depressing".
This relates to our Government class because it discusses executive positions, political party relations, and is a win for minority and women's advancement in politics. I'm very happy Lynch was elected, I think even if you don't agree with her policies, you'd have to agree that this was important to racial/gender equality. I have high hopes and am looking forward to her time in office.
As prior Attorney General Eric Holder resigns, Loretta Lynch has been confirmed the new Attorney General. Lynch is the first African-American woman to hold this position. This was only achieved by extensive delay due to GOP. The Republican party has many criticisms against Lynch, mostly focusing on her views on immigration. She was confirmed 56 to 43, in addition to all Democrats 10 republicans gave her their vote. Ted Cruz was the only one to not vote but was one of her harshest critics, declaring her unfit for the job. Senator Claire McCaskill made a comment on GOP's response to Lynch saying "What my colleagues on the other side of the aisle are saying is, it doesn't matter if you're qualified... We have a new test: You must disagree with the president who nominates you" and added that "It is beyond depressing".
This relates to our Government class because it discusses executive positions, political party relations, and is a win for minority and women's advancement in politics. I'm very happy Lynch was elected, I think even if you don't agree with her policies, you'd have to agree that this was important to racial/gender equality. I have high hopes and am looking forward to her time in office.
Thursday, April 16, 2015
Blog Post #11
Chris Christie on 2016: "My wife and I have not made this decision yet"
The infamous Chris Christie has made a statement in an interview with the Today show that he's considering running in the 2016 election. He stated that "It is absolutely the truth that Mary Pat and I have not made this decision yet." He's considering the impact it would have on his marriage and children, along with the fact that he doesn't know if it's the best position for him. If he were to run, it would obviously be difficult for him considering his "traffic scandal". He also made a statement on Clinton saying that she needed to "earn" the Democratic nomination because people are very critical of them.
This relates to our Government class because it discusses the executive branch, the process of running for president, and the effect of the media. I think running for president would not be in Christie's favor. If the email scandal was so detrimental to the progression of Clinton's campaign, then the traffic scandal would be devastating for Christie. I honestly don't know if he would've been an effective leader for our nation but either way, he'd never make it because of all the negative publicity.
The infamous Chris Christie has made a statement in an interview with the Today show that he's considering running in the 2016 election. He stated that "It is absolutely the truth that Mary Pat and I have not made this decision yet." He's considering the impact it would have on his marriage and children, along with the fact that he doesn't know if it's the best position for him. If he were to run, it would obviously be difficult for him considering his "traffic scandal". He also made a statement on Clinton saying that she needed to "earn" the Democratic nomination because people are very critical of them.
This relates to our Government class because it discusses the executive branch, the process of running for president, and the effect of the media. I think running for president would not be in Christie's favor. If the email scandal was so detrimental to the progression of Clinton's campaign, then the traffic scandal would be devastating for Christie. I honestly don't know if he would've been an effective leader for our nation but either way, he'd never make it because of all the negative publicity.
Thursday, April 9, 2015
Blog Post #10
"Video Shows Officer Michael Slager Shooting Unarmed Black Man In the Back In South Carolina"
Tuesday morning in Charleston, SC officer Michael Slagger shot and killed Walter Scott. A passerby recorded the whole event on his phone. Slagger shot Scott eight times in the back as he attempted to run from the officer. It isn't clear if he died immediately or not as no one checked his pulse or attempted CPR despite the officers claims of checking (the video shows contradicts many of the things the officer reported). The confrontation began when Wilson was pulled over for a busted tail light, Scott then fled by foot because of family court related warrants and was chased into a lot where he was then tasered and shot. The cop claimed he "felt threatened" to justify his actions.
This relates to Government because it discusses the corruption of our legal system and our local and federal governments response to the continuing discrimination of the African-American community. This was obviously a discriminatory act. It's sad how often events very similar to this happen and that the word of the police officer isn't being taken in this case only because there's a video proving he completely lied about what happened. Nearly everything the officer reported happening is contradicted in the video such as his claims of performing CPR and firing because he "feared for his life" when Scott supposedly stole his taser from him. In addition to him lying in his report, he planted what appears to be the taser or possibly a gun beside Scotts body, it still has not been confirmed which it was. Police Brutality and discrimination is inexcusable and measures need to be taken ro prevent this needless discriminatory violence. There are more black citizens in Canada than in Missouri alone only one black person was killed by police last year in Canada, if they can have such low rates why can't we? African Americans are 3x more likely to be killed by police than whites are. There's a problem with these statistics and something needs to change
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Tuesday morning in Charleston, SC officer Michael Slagger shot and killed Walter Scott. A passerby recorded the whole event on his phone. Slagger shot Scott eight times in the back as he attempted to run from the officer. It isn't clear if he died immediately or not as no one checked his pulse or attempted CPR despite the officers claims of checking (the video shows contradicts many of the things the officer reported). The confrontation began when Wilson was pulled over for a busted tail light, Scott then fled by foot because of family court related warrants and was chased into a lot where he was then tasered and shot. The cop claimed he "felt threatened" to justify his actions.
This relates to Government because it discusses the corruption of our legal system and our local and federal governments response to the continuing discrimination of the African-American community. This was obviously a discriminatory act. It's sad how often events very similar to this happen and that the word of the police officer isn't being taken in this case only because there's a video proving he completely lied about what happened. Nearly everything the officer reported happening is contradicted in the video such as his claims of performing CPR and firing because he "feared for his life" when Scott supposedly stole his taser from him. In addition to him lying in his report, he planted what appears to be the taser or possibly a gun beside Scotts body, it still has not been confirmed which it was. Police Brutality and discrimination is inexcusable and measures need to be taken ro prevent this needless discriminatory violence. There are more black citizens in Canada than in Missouri alone only one black person was killed by police last year in Canada, if they can have such low rates why can't we? African Americans are 3x more likely to be killed by police than whites are. There's a problem with these statistics and something needs to change
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