This blog is a result of many students wishing to delve into topics lightly discussed due to curricular demands but would like to investigate further. I am fortunate to teach students who want to challenge conventional wisdom and seek further discourse as a way to empower themselves to help shape the world they live in.
Monday, May 21, 2012
NATO meeting...protest in Chicago
There was a protest headed by Canadians re: the occupation of Afghanistan at a recent NATO meeting. Look at the rationale by the protestors and that of the government. What tensions exist? Is there a 'right' solution to the problem and if so what would you suggest. The five minute video describe the protest can be found here.
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Columbian Aboriginals under threat ....
Amnesty International is calling on people to take action for the preservation of native people in Columbia. You can view the petition and information here. Your voice means a lot to the people of Columbia, if you feel it a just cause as I do, please endorese the petition. TY
Thursday, May 3, 2012
Tea Party...the beat goes on
If liberalism respects the rule of law and you protest against the law, that is the constitution that these tea parties are holding so dear, does that constitute an illiberal act? Take a look at this video and tell me what the tea party is 'really' rallying against? Is Obama care a violation of the constitution? What is your take on this?
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