The Heart Speaks by Oak R.W.

The Decline of Silver Speech

Rumors, mostly spells of silliness, have been spreading that in the near future, we'll be talking in emoticons, or something of relatively equivalent slang. While the decline of speech in itself may be a laughable falsehood, we're entering an age where our voices matter the least. As far as anyone should be concerned it's about the same thing.

Emoticons are about as limiting as it gets. Information has been given to us on silver platters whether we choose to believe each piece or not, and an increasing majority of our populace is solely relying on cherry-picked factoids and cultural nuances from some such feasts. "A man is but the product of his thoughts. What he thinks, he becomes," said Mahatma Gandhi. When others in your social web invade your thoughts through subtle preferences, political opinions, or fashion, it is in turn, natural to believe them if they're a big part of your life. This shouldn't be a major obstacle at all. Wouldn't it be obvious that their insights would prove beneficial? Yet the truth is, that only a few people go so far to develop charisma on their own, which is the foundation for why people are believable, and they become the arbiters of our generation. The laity are often left to latch onto these influential figures, and through projecting their own ideals upon them, as symbols, rather than people, they become more susceptible to the crisis we're facing now; that people are able less and less to develop skills to define their own thoughts.

One of our greatest impediments as a culture, is the culture itself. We, as Americans, like to stand up for desperate people, integrate millions of refugees, become more accepting, and widen our expansive knowledge of cultures other than ours. The problem lies in that we pick some of the exact wrong times to be culturists. Literature may often be taught in schools, but reading has evolved to be a "pleasure read," rather than something to teach us about ourselves, and expand our oh-so important philosophies. The president of The Modern Language Association once spoke on his deplore of the "disappearance of literature itself from the... curriculum," and criticized "fragmented, jargonized subjects" that have emerged in the stead of other critical texts. While we're focused on feminist arguments causing an uproar, and an increasing spread of controversial culture, we as a country are falling apart. We may be as socially close as ever, but with all of these opinions, you'd think we would have banded together an made an ultimate doctrine. No. When all these opinions are bunched up on the same island, it becomes a vain medley to become the superior. "Some people will say these are little things; they are not; they are of bad example. They tend to spread the baneful notion that there is no such thing as a high, correct standard in intellectual matters." - Matthew Arnold 1865. We as a nation need to band together to realize a unified acumen in our cultural affairs. Charisma is brought back by this. Without research into each subject spoken of, the charisma of such different groups can misguide thousands, or dilute their resolution and determination for their country.

In reflection, our the root of our problems is that of a basis of the public lacking what would be called a "silver tongue." This means more to me than its plain definition. "Emotions have the capacity to restrict your access to your memories," said John Nash, author of "The Psychology in a Beautiful Mind," so the ability to be impartial, to go beyond eloquence in just words, to speak freely, to seek the betterment of your human species, and to remember the benevolence that could define you as yourself, without awkward lapses in rational speech that we all experience. The best form of learning is that where your myths are shattered. The feeling of your eyes opening is immense, and speaks to you determination. Perhaps I've gone beyond just the tongue, but to the greater ideal of our passive personas.

Silver is the ultimate self-providence, but that's how demons see it as well. I wish you all luck in the new age. Don't let your voice be extinguished. Charisma is not won overnight, but I imagine a future where these kind of people will become commonplace, and it is one lead by concretion, and our minds that will forever be evolving. 

Current Events Quiz 3.2

1. A measure was overwhelmingly passed Thursday by the House of Representatives to ascertain the untenability of Syrian refugees in light of the Paris attack. The Senate is to take up the measure after Thanksgiving. Obama's response was to authorize the use of force against the Islamic State. The Obama administration feels that a two-year process hurts the refugees who are desperate. They claim that the refugees are no more dangerous than tourists, and that the screening process is unnecessary.

2. The Austin City council voted to ease regulations for building garage apartments. Proponents argue the move can lead to less expensive housing, and for home owners, could be supplemental income. Council members Kathie Tovo objected, saying it would undermine neighborhood plans that decided against them. Tommy Ates, attests that garage apartments are the only way he could live in the area, Council Member Sabino Renteria alike, said that such rents were the only reason they could stay a longtime resident. I stand with the opposition. I have a bad feeling that this ordinance will raise property taxes and make population density worse.

3. Leslie Pool is my neighborhood's board member.

4. Federal Regulations approved genetically engineered salmon fit for consumption, and that genetically modified animals may now reach the American dinner table. Environmental and consumer groups argued that these altered fish's safety hadn't been sufficiently tested, and that they might damage and change the wild salmon population if they escaped. The FDA said that the approval took so long because it was the first of its kind. Ronald Stotish said he was delighted and somewhat surprised at the decision after all this time. The graph holds the conclusion that genetically modified plants have been rapidly increasing in number with insect and herbicide resistance.

5. Don Zimmerman proposed that Austin's government stop spending money to help Syrian refugees and keep them from settling in Austin. Greg Caser and Mayor Steve Adler responded that Austin was open to such refugees, and that such a xenophobic proposal wouldn't get passed. 1225 refugees arrived in Travis County in 2013. Texas Agricultural Commissioner Sid Miller had posted on Facebook a post that compared refugees to rattlesnakes, which got him in the news. Texas Democrats accused this of fanning the flames of xenophobia.

6. Raphael Holiday was convicted of setting a fire that killed his daughter and her two half-sisters. He became the 13th convicted killer to be put to death this year in Texas, which is half of all the executions for such a crime in the United States. Gretchen Sween argued for an appeal, since court-appointed attorneys abandoned him after the justices in June refused to review his case. The Judge in Holiday's trial court stopped the execution, saying that the conviction and trial testimony were both improper, but the Texas attorney general's office appealed and the execution continued.

7.
    I. Police Officer Killed During Botched Robbery
       This one would be a fun topic, because of how the tables have turned on police brutality, and what the real threat to defend against may be.
    II. Unclaimed Silver Bars
        I LOVE silver. I want to talk about what a good investment silver is, and some of the lore behind it in mythology.
    III. Most Races Already Over
        I can talk about how political reform is needed all day. Although I think I can ruin how you view our current system in about 5 minutes.

Wheels of Justice Column

1.  Alfred Dwayne was convicted of murdering a police officer, and a store clerk.
2. During closing arguments, said "Excuse me. I didn’t rob nobody. I didn’t shoot nobody."
3. The jury's decision was rendered, and he was sentenced to death in October 2005.
4. The article was published Wednesday, May 14, 2014.
5. Brown's Alibi was claiming "...he had made a phone call on that fateful morning of April 3, 2003, from his girlfriend’s apartment to another land line where she was working as a home health aide. He said he called around 10 a.m. - the same time prosecutors told jurors Brown was at an apartment complex with the other perpetrators, washing up, changing clothes and watching news coverage of the murders"
6. Brown's alibi failed in the original trial because it was found his IQ level was just above mental retardation and he was illiterate.
7. The district attorney re-opened the case because new evidence was found that old records not provided to the case were held back by a prosecutor.
8. The girlfriend of the convict testified against her boyfriend at first, but came out later, saying she was pressured to lie; convincing evidence that the number records weren't an innocent oversight.
9. The appeals court, however, has stalled signing off on his appeal.
10. The author calls people to action to give Brown another trial, so he may not rot in prison for perhaps being innocent.
11. Our legal system is not very reliable. I wouldn't put it past them to kill him before the trial gets back around.
12. A to-the-point analogy, taking a side. It's really characteristic of an op-ed column in the way that she describes things like "those big do-gooder law firms."

Pulitzer Editorial

I. Kingsbury gives examples of harsh work conditions that she claims to be present all over the restaurant industry to hook people's sympathetic hearts in.
II. The explosion of the demand for restaurants and the income gap are widening.
III. She says raising wages won't create less jobs, since the claim wasn't based on experience.
IV. Her counter-argument is that jobs have gone up 9.1%, even with a raise in worker wage.
V. Because restaurant workers represent 10% of all the work force, they are likely to be paid less.
VI. She urges consumers to pressure the industry, and lawmakers to reject the demands of the NRA.
VII. The NRA was largely responsible for the "tipped minimum wage," which is $2.63.
VIII. Most restaurant owners are cited to claim that low income and high competition are the reason for low income of workers.
IX. However, Kingsbury says that raising wages across the board wouldn't affect competition.
X. Many Boston restaurant workers work multiple jobs to support their large families.
XI. The paragraph equates America to be just as bad as less-developed countries, and demeans our prided dream by showing how one immigrant's failed.
XII. Kingsbury states that wage theft, and failure to pay overtime are common ways restaurants break the law.
XIII. 165 investigations in 2013 found violations of laws of the Labor Department.
XIV. Things she said the mayor could do was to streamline the permitting process, and support a livable wage.
XV. The conclusion is an ultimatum. It's only effective if the policy is put into action. I take the more psychological route, rather than direct force.

Current Activity Quiz 3.1

1. The Supreme Court will announce on Monday whether Texas' abortion restrictions are to be reviewed for their constitutionality. Clinics say the restrictions burden women seeking abortions with undue health risks in waiting, and that they would need to get admitted to the hospital by a doctor before having one. The Texas attorney general disagreed, saying that the standards were meant to improve the health care.

2. Manslaughter charges against police detective Charles Kleinert have been repealed, and he has been deputized for a year, citing the Supremacy Clause, which "justifies" a law enforcer's actions as long as they act within the scope of their duties. Some concerns are that something will go awry, and they will achieve immunity.

3. Unlike the University of Washington, whose players are to learn basic Chinese and sightsee, UT has no plans for much but an official game. It's an experiment to integrate these international trips into the normal season. Some concerns about the trip are the students missing a whole week of classes, and the integrity of the nutrition. Although, a full-time tutor will be attending with them.

4. A historic vote in Myanmar marks the start of a democracy. 30 million people gathered to vote, and many lined up before the government buildings had opened in the morning. No outbreaks of violence were reported, and although it began to rain, people gathered under umbrellas in hopes of hearing Suu Kyi's address.

5. Pope Francis deemed that the theft of documents describing financial malfeasance. The publications discovered that the cost of sainthood is half a million, and that the number two of the Vatican had 200,000 euros donated by a children's hospital foundation, and 400,000 worldwide to support the poor was funneled to pay for Vatican administration. The Pope is interested in public view, and anything to such detriment would only help debunk their administration.

6. "Sanctuary Cities" are cities that are considered to shelter illegal immigrants. There are two polar opinions expressed in the articles, but each have their logic. The author of article one cites that the police departments don't have the resources to detain immigrants who committed minor offenses, and that "every restaurant in America would shut down." While the other talked about the dangers of letting these immigrants run rampant in our cities, and that deporting immigrants, as well as keeping secure border patrol, also halts preventable crimes. The first article's illustration depicted a politician ignoring liberty, and attempting to gain ground against the immigration issue, while the second shows a crude system blocking criminals from entering our cities and gaining free reign.
--My Opinion--
I think it's necessary to keep the immigrants here, if for only one reason. They are the "up-in-our-face motivator to not fall to their level." When masses see a poor group right next to them, most feel superiority. This has the potential to be twisted by use of the media to encourage citizens to do better for themselves. Restaurants aren't necessary, but if Americans took the jobs poor immigrants do, we'd be much worse off as a country.
    This editorial wasn't made by the paper, but individual writers. I think writers given free reign will go wild, but in any case, I entertain the idea.

Bring Home The Bacon!!!!

1. The World Health Organization reported from a convention that processed and red meats slightly increase the risk of cancer.

2. The environmental groups responded by advocating for warning labels on red meat, much to the chagrin of the meat industry.

3. The report placed processed meat into the "Group 1" category, meaning "sufficient evidence" has been found that it can in fact cause cancer. Although no guidelines for consumption have been shared, the chairman of disease prevention at Stanford said that that the risk was in much less magnitude compared to alcohol and smoking.

4. The cartoon illustrates the usage of this report. The only people to really abide by the warnings from this would be the pedants, who follow minor regulations too seriously.

5. Bish's opinion seems to say that whatever your choice, it may affect you, but it's better than being scared of everything.

6. I don't eat much processed meat, and it would vary every week, but I can surely say that this has no effect of mu choice for a meal when I want it.

The Re-birth of Manga Scanlation? - News Story

The Re-birth of Manga Scanlation?

Groups advocating localization

of manga begin to restart

wholehearted operations.

    An update!? Fans everywhere are flipping tables in excitement for new installments of Japanese comics that have been delayed for more than a year; some have been left for three years. Scanlation, the process of changing these comics into English, and providing them to an audience has been a dying effort, until now.

    Scanlation groups have slowly been declining the past years as less attention has been put on the manga industry. The vast majority of groups receive only donations, and a drop in funds to that produced less witty manga, felled a mighty blow to the hearts of those that work on them.

    Yet the fire is now rekindling. One group, Nekyou, an empire of 40 active members, is banding together to bring the entertainment to the masses of fans. “As the internet grows, the fan base of the otaku culture grows as well, there are tons of series being produced every month and there are not many scanlation groups to work on all of them. It's one of our prides that we bring those series to its fan and contribute to the growth of this culture.” Said Jean Rojas, the group’s overseer.

    Although, there have been controversies over the righteousness of such groups. One of Nekyou’s most active translators commented on this necessity: “We’re controversial. I know there’s no way to convince the producers what we do is beneficial, but I’ll give my say anyways. 90% of the manga we localize are masterpieces that no one would have ever heard about otherwise, and with 0% chance of getting officially translated. I can’t speak for all of us, but many groups have the dignity to stop their progress and take down their work if fans can also support the mangakas.” (Manga creators)

    “We’re patrons too, we buy the author’s manga, and we always encourage fans to support them.” He said. Aside from the legitimacy of the operations, the translator also commented that it’s a lot easier to take charge of these masterpieces in the absence of other groups, and that he hopes the new massive releases will inspire more to take up scanlation or learning Japanese, and keep the ball rolling.

    A Nekyou admin said that they’re creating sub-groups where there’s little to no variation on who works on the projects inside them. “When we know about each other’s schedules, quality, and personality, it’s a lot easier to work with them, and coerce them to help.” And Rojas said, “Across genres and across nations, we unite on one word.”

    “We have great people, and the quality of their work reflects it. We’ve gotten appreciation from all over. Canada, Australia, California, Texas, and Pennsylvania to name a few, with an abundance of teenage and adult audiences.”

    Quite a few are following in Nekyou’s footsteps, and their effort can be seen on Bato.to, the lead marketer and promoter of scanlation groups.

    “Every week or so, we take in members of collapsed groups, and only grow our ability range. I would be surprised if we didn’t revive the industry.” The admin finished.

Current Event Activity 2.2

1.  The fire in Bastrop has two two theories surrounding its origin. While confirmed to have started in Luecke Farm, the true cause is unknown. County judge, Paul Pape has pointed out the possibility it was caused by a overheating shredder, or an intentionally set burn pile. On Tuesday at 10:30 am, the residents who survived were allowed to return to their properties. After two massive fires in the region, people are questioning whether to rebuild. This fire alone hasn't had a damage report released yet, but it's estimated to be a loss of hundreds of millions of dollars. ---- The reporter really did interview the residents, but the most interesting thing was how one of the house survived the first Bastrop fire. To The reporter did a good job making an emotional response in the reader, even if it lost interest toward the end due to a sustained period of only victim interviews.

2. A transition to from paper to digital textbooks is gaining momentum in Austin school districts and with parents. Schools are abandoning the textbooks' paper counterpart in favor of a cheaper option, and one that will help students get ready for the upcoming computer-dependent world. One of the parents decided digital homework wasn't user-friendly, and and so bought a 75$ textbook instead. Melissa Prepster, an eighth grade teacher, said to the paper that the shift greatly boosted her usage and abilities in the classroom. The Eanes district has, and Leander plans to equip every secondary student with a tablet. Millions of dollars have been poured into this change, while many other districts are only gradually shifting. ---- I think courses could be greatly complimented with the insert of online accessibility, but to give TABLETS!?!? I have to agree with Robertson here, because those things are super annoying to use. I love bringing my laptop to school, but only with a stroke of good-relations with people and a very good ability to handle my laptop in crowded areas, do I avoid immediately breaking it. One of the hinges is breaking now, so what could the possibilities be for poor students, or average-income students who happen to break theirs; it would severely debase their income. 

3. On Tuesday, big news of Trudeau's election will influence more than the whole country, which has now returned to its liberal identity from the previous prime minister. Trudeau is supporting the building of the Keystone pipeline, and has agreed to let in 25000 Syrian refugees by the end of the year. Canada has also announced its friendly relationship with Barack Obama, but they have decided to take their jets from the lead bombing campaign. As well, Canada has returned to helping the United Nations.

4. Alan Guckian is among the 25 semi-finalists for a national Grammy-related award. Recognized for his amazing performance SaulPaul nominated him, and among 4,500 names, he reached the semifinals with just over 200 names. The award is a free trip to the Grammy Awards, a 10k honorarium, and and a 10k grant to the winner's school, and Guckian said he would throw a pizza party for his kids if he won. --- Not Gatti's either.  (Wow this is a ridiculous story... They must be drawing at straws here...)

5. The new UT coach, Shaka Smart, is trying to change the mindset of players, to rid underachieving, and to strengthen their resolve and teach a through run-and-gun style. Smart has decided not to put those not mentally tough in game, and one player attests that he instills a positive vibe upon them and self-confidence.

5W's and H Lead

On Monday night, a man recently found "not guilty" in a manslaughter case, George Zimmerman, was arrested after threatening his family with a gun when his wife filed for a divorce.

Students are invited to the main courtyard at 3pm Wednesday to try out for 20 available positions in the expanding Color Guard from the our award-winning band.

35-year old Jill O'Connor had her trade for an expensive sports car thwarted, and was booked to jail with a felony, when she bragged how she had smuggled a baby macaw parrot from her workplace in her bra.

Current Event Experience 2.1

1. A little-known perk has been revealed, that since 2002 or 2003, by ACL's contract with the city, the members of the Parks and Recreation Board have been provided with two free and VIP passes to attend ACL. They defend such a perk by saying that it's for business reasons, and that it's better to have firsthand experience. Rick Cofer and Don Zimmerman, members of the board have decided to forgo these opportunities, citing that they believe they're presence is awkward or unnecessary. Sabine Romero, of the ethics and compliance committee expressed through an email on Thursday that it was "OK" to give passes to the members. Members like Ann Kitchen and Ora Houston gave their passes to their employees. There is definitely a problem with this perk. If you wish to state that the passes are for business purposes, but the members who receive them are giving them away, you have inconsistency.

2. The state of Oklahoma has put a stay on all death penalties, finding it hard to perform executions with the limited and ever-changing supply of appropriate drugs. (Isn't that contradictory?) Montana has been barred from lethal injections, finding that it did not comply with state regulations, Oklahoma has stopped executions until the system becomes accurate enough, and Tennessee has authorized the use of the electric chair if injections are unavailable. Midazolam has been the cause of many difficult executions. Even though it has been approved for usage, many states are shutting down its use.

3. In order to help quell the recent violence and unrest, the Prime Minister of Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu banned the members of parliament and his ministers from attending an old contested holy site, and ordered police to make sure they don't. Palestinian members appear to be understanding, however, the Arab faction feels insubordinate. Muhanad Halabi was a law student shot dead by security forces after stabbing two Orthodox men, and wounding their family.

4. Svetlana Alexievich, won the Nobel Prize in Literature on Thursday for her "polyphonic writing", and it's a rarity for someone who works mainly in nonfiction, and is most famous for giving voice to men and women who lived through major events. Hundreds of women who had participated in WWII. She says that she feels optimistic, and will not let herself slide from her path.

5. A UT teacher claims he will not return to teaching in the fall, due to the new concealed-carry law that has him fear for his safety. The story was unveiled when the Daily Texan received a copy of Hamermesh's letter. Many faculty have threatened to leave, but Hamermesh is the first to follow through. He said as well that he has opportunities to work in the University of Sidney, and another in London.

|OPEN RESPONSE|
As of late, industry giants like Amazon, and from apps like Drizly, people have been guaranteed delivery within just a few hours of mundane things, and cutting out grocery trips for busy people. It goes on to talk about how our society has a heightened demand for such services. I like the idea of deliveries, but it really will enlarge the income gap in America if people who don't go to the store suddenly get much time to work on what they wish. The story was reported rather well, but still not my style.

These sections are essentially the same as the rest of the paper, but seems to talk more about trends. The Statesman may only have so much paper, and it's a way to get people to interact with their work on more than just their paper. The electronic edition may be a more viable option, but it's not easier to read at all.

Observation Piece (405 Words)

Upon entrance to the cafeteria, the bustle of chefs and hands amongst the overpowering metal gleam of the kitchen is the first thing to be recognized. The trays and panels filled to the maximum, with a plethora or colors of fruits, milk, and foods that are promoted as the healthy option. Although their taste is questionable, and perhaps being quite old. Gasoline sometimes makes it into open chocolate milk cartons, and equipment too high tech for the budget sits unoccupied around the kitchen. Couriers rush in and out with deliveries. The school has been sponsoring a pizza chain called Dominoes, recently, and it is the main attraction of one of the lines. Things are washed, and food tended, although without any experience in the field, it appears as mere chaos. A myriad of voices rush with their preparations, all in plain view of the lunch line students will soon fill. Although plenty of stimuli, the kitchen hold the smell of meat the most. Another main attraction is the "chicken." Or so how it's advertised. The students will often call it "generic meat" when addressing it. A light music teems inside, with Mexican origins, most prominent is a bit of violin. The cafeteria is barred from this kitchen, from with the austere sound of radio intermingling with the voices echoes around. For the most part, the baking is done, and no one sits behind the desk for accounting. Stock and cleaning is the main priority, but the hands don't seem to be in a drawl with such low-tier work, rather they seem tolerant and lively. Perhaps this is coping, or a learned behaviour. Despite their enthusiasm for cleaning, it only appeared that the kitchen itself was clean. The hall in which the line will be swung, was less lustrous as the glean behind it. Neither was the main cafeteria. It seemed to be halfway neglected in favor of the kitchen. As they rush to prepare for the rush of hungry, and unhappy or hyper students. As classes are still in session, it is uncommon to find a student in the lines, save for the occasional person skipping or in mental treatment to avoid the stampede. More than one walks up to ask me if I could be helped. Turning them away, it seems like my intrusion has been noted, but not reported. I wonder if I seem to be on task, or they are just apathetic?

Current Event Quiz 1.3

1. The Pope's speech held heavy on liberal stances, but in particular he urged that money not lead the decisions of humanity. This was a pope's first speech to Congress, and by nature, extended to the whole nation. He addressed very often-spoken issues, and it seemed to be a very modern speech. However these issues have also plagued us since the nation had begun. The death penalty, for example has been hard-fought over."He was invited by House Speaker John Boehner, a proud Catholic Republican from Ohio"

2. At the UIL state executive committee hearing, a broad difference of opinions exist in quarry that the incident was triggered by racial slurs. Mack Breed has been banned from coaching in a UIL-sanctioned activity until he attends a hearing, while the students have been placed in alternate school for 75 days before they can return. Motheral said he was frustrated that the three main accused didn't appear before the hearing.

3. The leveling action of a sixth-grade teacher from Maplewood Elementary has sparked protests from more than 5 dozen parents who gathered in front of the school Thursday morning. This action was started in an attempt to relieve over-crowded 3rd grade classrooms. However this action has cramped 6th grade into only one class of 30 students whom have varying needs. A similar protest at Bryker Woods was successful last Friday.

4. A democratic official asked the attorney general his opinion if the new "open carry" taking effect on Jan. 1 will allow holstered firearms to be carried on school and other district properties. Whitmire said that school should have the ability to ban open carry in outdoor areas, and they are banned inside school buildings, but as an alternate interpretation, he says parking lots, sidewalks, and driveways are not considered a part of premises that ban guns. Paxton offices have 180 days to offer a non-binding legal opinion.

5. President Obama and Vladimir Putin will be meeting in New York for a discussion on the Syrian war. The president believes it is his duty to try to progress relations with Russia and to attempt to stabilize the region. The article covered some of the issues well, although I felt the dumbed-down wording was a bit hard to read.

EXTENDED RESPONSE:

The obituary details his accomplishments in life, what he was most famous for, how he affected everyone, and highlighted some of his great moments. As a very well-known figure, this obituary detailed his life, and extensively reported on the details of his career, childhood experience, and achievements. However, input from his family, like many obituaries was few and far-between.
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Obituaries seem to be a straightforward way to understand if a reporter can accurately collect information, however they do seem to be a very hard topic to write upon. I as a student might get quite bored very quickly if I wasn't a fan of that person.

Current Even Quiz 2

1B: The presidential debate gave a prime-time stage to long shots, in which they wouldn't be overshadowed by Donald Trump. Trump, as a billionaire businessman has been taking the lead as a candidate, and is backed by his major wealth. His stance is so unorthodox, people are arguing, trying to shake him rather than talk about the country.

2: The CIA director came to UT yesterday to release 2.5k daily briefs given to John F. Kennedy, and Lyndon B. Johnson. A larger trend of openness in the government led to the release of these documents. The CIA has now made the documents available on its website. "The collection of the President’s Daily Briefs detail the most crucial security concerns of a nearly eight-year span in the 1960s."

3. Human rights groups were outraged when Hungarian security unleashed water cannons and tear gas on the asylum-seekers. Greek authorities also report that refugees are walking, sailing, and all sorts to come in. With the erection of a razor-wire fence at Hungary, refugees also seek treks through cornfields to Croatia, where landmines dot the landscape.

4. A Muslim boy was detained from bringing a home-made clock to school to show his Engineering teacher, because it was on sight, determined to be bomb-like. School officials searched him, and defended themselves by saying it looked "suspicious in nature", and that things like that shouldn't be brought to school. President Obama tweeted that he stands with Ahmed, and gained more than half-a-million tweets afterward with similar responses. 'This spring, the Irving City Council endorsed one of several bills under discussion in the Texas Legislature that would forbid judges from rulings based on “foreign laws”' This is brought to discussion as if building a bomb would be the reaction of foreigners to the establishment.

ESSAY QUESTION:

I learned of this story first in this class. Social media coverage is likely to be more biased than the traditional newspaper. There may be more people commenting on it, but the paper makes all the effort to get the facts correct, and merely tell what happened, instead of inciting the chaos that is the internet. If I were the managing editor of this story, it would likely be near the front, but nearer to the front. Racial/religion discrimination is nothing new, however it is a story of a young creator whom has been taken to custody for the edginess of our country. It's a story of the police corruptness, questioning a child without his parents, and being treated inhumanely for his harmless creation.

Current Event Quiz 1

1. The University of Texas is under fire for hiring two student graduate assistants back in 2012. They committed a high profile hate crime, and violent assault against a gay man in Austin. The UT officials say that federal law forbids exposure of confidential student information. UT performs extensive background checks, but in unlike what they claimed in the paper, they didn't restrict the actions of these hires until this topic was brought to light.

2. On Tuesday, with the prompts of riot and protest, the city of Baltimore decided on a $6.4 million dollar settlement for the critical injury of a son in police custody. The mayor told the paper that it is in the best interest of the city to heal the wounds caused, and not to callously spend taxpayer money later in damages.

3. Vice Chancellor Sig-mar Gabriel announced that the refugees coming from war torn countries is only increasing, and is escalating into a humanitarian crisis. Some observers have criticized Germany's generous benefits for alluring more and more refugees. In turn, Germany announced a reduction in cash handouts during initial processing. However the larger crisis is the war spreading across the Middle East in countries like Iraq and Syria. Germany has led the way to mitigate the human damage by accepting 500,000 refugees a year, and taking a lion's share of the refugees in Europe.

4. Texas senator Ted Cruz invited Donald Trump to his anti-Iran nuclear deal rally. Cruz says the invitation was only to draw attention to the intentions of this catastrophic deal. "Where ever Donald goes, the media follows in droves," as said. Trump has never been held in office, so he's not one of Cruz's "standard targets."

5. Hillary Clinton apologized on Tuesday for the use of a private email account as secretary of state. Two Republicans in congress are provoking the former Clinton aide to testify by providing him legal immunity. Co-mingling is principally, to mix and blend. Clinton is trying to hide the truth behind careful words. That's just what Clinton's allies are doing too, in so-far refusal to disclose information, and only quoting her actions were "a mistake", which she strongly pushed, herself. As well, She was slow to admit that using a private server as a secretary of state was against the law.

6. Two John Jay high school students were suspended after knocking down, and spearing a game official. Northside school district officials said he told players "This guy needs to pay for cheating us." The prompt from this action is still under investigation.

SHORT FREE-RESPONSE ESSAY:

    The story on page A4 tells of Clinton's apology and cover-up for the use of a public server as secretary of state. She is quoted to use phrases like "a mistake", and "be transparent as possible", and it talks about the attempts to give her allies legal immunity to testify.
    This story really entices the currency value. Hillary has been under fire for quite some time, and the media has been all over it. Hillary is running for president, so it's imperative to know about the candidates.
    The story uses a lot of quotes from Hillary, emphasizing, her side, but also considering the actions of her allies and members of Congress. It was a well-reported story that outlined her actions in a concise and informative manner.

RESEARCH SCENARIO, PART 2

This paper has good research backing it, however, the manner it's presented takes away all interest. I can observe an attempt to create suspense, but it falls short immediately when a witness says that creationism was only being compared to evolution on a page. As well, the article dragged on by mismatching subjects, or dragging on a story that should have been only one page long. There is a bit of conflict between the controversial, but proven statement that creationism shouldn't be taught in schools and classic literature, however, the boring tone they write it in hurts their interest integrity as well. Unfortunately at the end, there is a mention of challenging churches to pit their religion to science. This would have increased the conflict, and would have been a much more worthy article to write about.

RESEARCH SCENARIO, PART 1

To gain sufficient information for a story, interviews with people whom have witnessed the passing of the content you wish to ascertain are the backbone of research. Of course, the event's subjects aren't always reliable, and perceive a subject differently. To more accurately use them, ask questions that pertain to the background or necessity of the subject in question instead of their opinion. Citing likely sources, especially the ones that were mentioned in interviews can help a story. Within the confines of science, a little more research is needed to report reliably. Up-to-date published books are generally more accurate than online sources. It's imperative to manipulate the instigator of the incident (If there is one available) into being more comfortable telling you their side.

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