https://padlet.com/ilanah_sandler/gf1g4944sn9p Made with a dash of wit en-us 2017-12-05 18:56:26 UTC 2017-12-21 03:44:02 UTC hello@padlet.com ilanah_sandler https://padlet.com/ilanah_sandler/gf1g4944sn9p/wish/213457784 In this piece, we see that Morrison has conflicting reactions to the book. As a child, she felt very uncomfortable reading the n-word in the novel. However, as an adult, her views have changed tremendously. She describes the reading of the n-word as an "elementary kind of censorship" when reading it in school and that it was censored to please the adults rather than educate the children. As a black girl herself, the author felt uncomfortable reading the book because the n-word was never really defined and further explained at an educational level. Because of this, she really wanted people to understand and explain the meaning of the word to those who are reading Huckleberry Finn.]]> 2017-12-05 19:01:00 UTC https://padlet.com/ilanah_sandler/gf1g4944sn9p/wish/213457784 ilanah_sandler https://padlet.com/ilanah_sandler/gf1g4944sn9p/wish/213458790 Over time, the meaning of the word has evolved into new meanings that people have revolutionized and developed. After the National Football League made the decision to ban the n-word on the field, journalists from Washington Post decided to further explore the history of the word. In this article, the viewers are forced to form their own opinions about the n-word.The viewers learn why the n-word is offensive and why it should be offensive. The word is evidently overused in rap music and portrayed as another word for "buddy" or "dude" when in reality it is one of the most offensive words to ever be created.The original use of the word was to be said as an offensive term right before the hanging of a black person. It is not acceptable to be used among any race, yet society views it as a common word exchanged between black people. The n-word has evolved into being used to refer to a friend rather than being used as a derogatory term.]]> 2017-12-05 19:02:59 UTC https://padlet.com/ilanah_sandler/gf1g4944sn9p/wish/213458790 ilanah_sandler https://padlet.com/ilanah_sandler/gf1g4944sn9p/wish/213860791
Alex Dang, the author of this piece, is displaying the first-hand effects of the similarities in the Asian culture and the unfortunate situation of Asian American kids who have to balance keeping their culture and heritage while facing discrimination. He talks about how he doesn't have a choice in embracing his culture because that is just how he was raised. Dang relates all of the stereotypical qualities of being Asian to his own encounters and experiences which gives the piece a very personal feel further encouraging the audience to empathize with him. He also uses popular Asian stereotypes to portray his personal feelings on the subject. The poem addresses the frustration of having to be subjected to others to get what is needed. He talks about how Asians are often grouped together and it takes away their individuality. ]]> 2017-12-06 18:52:31 UTC https://padlet.com/ilanah_sandler/gf1g4944sn9p/wish/213860791 ilanah_sandler https://padlet.com/ilanah_sandler/gf1g4944sn9p/wish/215540983 This articles shares a story of Clyde Ross, a black male who was born in the 1920's. When Ross was a child authorities, claimed his father owed 3,000 dollars in taxes. Unable to read, get a lawyer, or know anyone at a court house, he could not contest the claim and his land and everything one it was taken away. This sort of thing was not unusual at the time. As it turns out, a lot of the land that was taken from slaves were turned into places including country clubs, spring training fields, and oil fields that still exist today. I think this shows how society has moved sideways over the years. Even though African American's are no longer treated like they were during the time Ross grew up, the thousands of acres of land taken from salves is still being used today. I think this connects with "The n-Word" video where the two woman talk about the power of this one word. Many people today may not realize the harmful affect the n-word has on some others similar to how people may have have no clue that certain places still being used today were once taken away from slaves. ]]> 2017-12-12 17:59:01 UTC https://padlet.com/ilanah_sandler/gf1g4944sn9p/wish/215540983 ilanah_sandler https://padlet.com/ilanah_sandler/gf1g4944sn9p/wish/215541814 Alice Goffman feels that the civil justice system should involve recovery and prevention instead of punishment. She describes how kids are going to prison instead of college. There are kids meeting with probational officers instead of teachers. There are kids who come out from college with better a degree while others are getting criminal records. Today, there are more kids on the path to prison than ever before. Many of these kids are from African American and Latino communities. She thinks if these kids grew up in a different neighborhood they may have been on a different path. I think this is an example of how society has gone sideways in terms of racism. The futures of children are being affected by the way society treats the neighborhood they are growing up in. In another analysis I talked about how because I live in a small town in Maine, I don't feel as though I see as much racism as maybe someone who lived in a city would. I think because of this, my peers and I will never fully understand the extent of racism that Goffman talks about. ]]> 2017-12-12 18:00:54 UTC https://padlet.com/ilanah_sandler/gf1g4944sn9p/wish/215541814 ilanah_sandler https://padlet.com/ilanah_sandler/gf1g4944sn9p/wish/215566647 "Stereotypes are like bad hair days. Nobody wants them to happen, but we all have them. They can sneak up on us when we least expect it and affect how we view the world around us." This quote really speaks to me. Stereotypes will always be around and will always be used by people around us. Whether we keep it to ourselves or express our thoughts, most have preconceived ideas about a person solely based on how they look. A common stereotype used that really bothers me is the saying, "common white girl." People often use this phrase in connection to Starbucks. If a white girl is drinking Starbucks, they are stereotyped as a "common white girl." Why is this? Why do you need to be white to enjoy a drink? After reading a few of these articles, I can't help but think it goes back to the stereotype that white girls are rich, and black girls are poor. This, obviously, is not the case, but this phrase is used as a common joke all the time. We try to avoid admitting to believing in  stereotypes, but the truth is, we all stereotype, even if we think it's a joke. The thought crosses our mind one way or another, and personally, I don't think it's anyones fault. I believe it's just the society that we grew up in.]]> 2017-12-12 18:49:35 UTC https://padlet.com/ilanah_sandler/gf1g4944sn9p/wish/215566647 ilanah_sandler https://padlet.com/ilanah_sandler/gf1g4944sn9p/wish/216598351 In late November a Brewer man pledged to shoot and kill those of African descent in the Bangor area. With this statement alone, I personally think this backs up my statement that racism has moved sideways. Yes, we have made major strides in decreasing racism since the writing of Huckleberry Finn, however, there will always be racism in this world. The black population of Maine has nearly doubled over the past five years, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, but those of African descent still make up just 1 percent of the state's population, making Maine the "whitest" state in the country. We don't really hear things like this very often where we live, and because of this, we will never be as aware or educated on racism as someone living in a city may be. Regardless of the reason, racial hatred has not been killed and buried though many hoped it would be, and in my opinion, I don't think it ever will be. There will always be those few racist people who exist in this world, whether they are afraid, or just raised to be hateful. Racism will always exist.]]> 2017-12-15 18:59:13 UTC https://padlet.com/ilanah_sandler/gf1g4944sn9p/wish/216598351 ilanah_sandler https://padlet.com/ilanah_sandler/gf1g4944sn9p/wish/217298919 This poem I found very interesting. Lawrence discusses issues around society and how we're all "puppets." I never really thought about how much people really are affected by society. We are encouraged to be "ourselves" and "unique" but then frowned upon if we're different in any way. People change themselves to fit in but as soon as they "bandwagon" they are hated on for copying someone else. High school is a good example of this and I think because I am in high school, it's very fitting. I see the same brands, styles, and colors on almost 800 people everyday because, girls especially, feel pressured to wear what's in style. I, too, have done this before. However, if someone were to not wear a name brand or style, they would be considered "unpopular" or "weird." Society pressures us into doing or wearing the "trendiest" thing at the time, and we all fall for it. What I can conclude from this is that those who conform to society ARE puppets on a string. ]]> 2017-12-19 16:47:19 UTC https://padlet.com/ilanah_sandler/gf1g4944sn9p/wish/217298919 ilanah_sandler https://padlet.com/ilanah_sandler/gf1g4944sn9p/wish/217325427 In this article the writer states, "Abolishing slavery in 1865 did not mean the dawn of equality"(Suresh). He continues on about how slaves were treated after slavery was abolished. For example, until the 1930s African Americans, Native Americans, and Chinese Americans were threatened or killed during the lynching period. Then until 1965 African Americans were segregated by the Jim Crow Laws. Today, while slavery, lynching, and the Jim Crow Laws is a thing of the past, hate crimes, discrimination, and stereotyping all still occur. I think this shows how after America took a step forward and abolished slavery, but then went sideways because after accomplishing those things they were content and didn't continue to create change. I believe society is just content, and doesn't have the motivation to continue as a whole. This corresponds with the TED talk by Alice Goffman. She talks about how we still have issues regarding equality in the education system. Racism still very much exists, and will continue to exist as long as society continues to move sideways.]]> 2017-12-19 18:01:33 UTC https://padlet.com/ilanah_sandler/gf1g4944sn9p/wish/217325427 ilanah_sandler https://padlet.com/ilanah_sandler/gf1g4944sn9p/wish/217326418 This speaker discusses the story of Clyde Murphy - a success story. Murphy was one of America's top civil rights lawyer, as well as being a great father and husband. From Williams' point of view, the health of black and whites unequal. Statistics show that in comparison to whites, blacks die prematurely. Race matters in health, and according to him, racism is a factor in the health of African Americans. Personally, I see where he is coming from. With his facts backing him up, I believe Williams' points are valid. One who has to go through and deal with something they can't change, their skin color, can undergo a serious amount of stress and anxiety. Having to deal with this amount of stress and anxiety for an entire lifetime can take a toll on your body. At first, when I was presented with the idea that racism affects a black person's health, I thought there was no way that could be true. However, watching this video, I do believe that racism can really take a toll on a person's health.]]> 2017-12-19 18:04:16 UTC https://padlet.com/ilanah_sandler/gf1g4944sn9p/wish/217326418