What have you learned about your own writing process? What are your successes? Reflect on your fall semester. Has your writing improved? Your critical analysis? Explain what you've learned in detail.

I have discovered that the more you write, the better you think. The more you read the better you write. Well, I suppose I did not learn that this ( Read more... )

What is power? What are the different ways to gain it?

Their are many ways to define power. Basically it is the ability to control or influence. Their are as many ways to gain power as their are definitions. A few examples would be: physical force, strategic ability, intellectual ability, peer pressure, coercion, hypnosis, threatening, ( Read more... )

Is Black identity becoming more or less inclusive? Is this a positive development?

It seems like Black identity-as looked upon by others-is for sale. Therefore Black identity is not only becoming more inclusive, but also has a price. Unfortunately, those of us who are in the position to be on the auction block, are coming up. It is also quite ( Read more... )

"Advise and counsel them; if they do not listen, let adversity teach them." What does this mean to you?

This is an excellent quote for parents. Adults have life experience-and if there is nothing new under the sun, they have experienced what their children will encounter. For years we have listened to them drone, on and on about decisions, ( Read more... )

Does capitalism aid or hinder societal values? Moral character?

Capitalism works for the elite. The majority of society is duped into spending all their hard earned money keeping the elite rich. Ultimately, capitalism hinders social values.

Value, a fair price or return. Is capitalism fair? Who is paying the price? 95% of the population ( Read more... )

Discuss the difference between Oprah Winfrey and Jerry Springer. Who is given the most respect? Why? What does that say about credibility? How can this aid your own credibility?

Besides the level of audience participation the biggest difference between the two talk show hosts lies in their motives. Currently, information, charity and ( Read more... )

How does emotion fuel or hinder effective persuasive arguments?

Emotion can hinder as well as fuel a persuasive argument. It would be absurd to assume that one can have an argument of any kind without harboring emotion. However, persuasion requires gentle finesse. Therefore, too much emotion in one direction or another could be counter productive ( Read more... )

Is racial unity possible? Is it a necessary element for racial equality?

Yes, racial unity is deffinately possible. Recognize, that in times of disaster, people of all backgrounds band together; As small children, we are unaware of racial differences. These are indicators that racial unity is attainable.

No, racial unity is not ( Read more... )

What ideas and beliefs passed down to you from parents, teachers, or media have you had to let go? How do you begin the process of acquiring ideologies?

Fortunately, my parents and teachers have impacted me in a positive manner. I was raised in a liberal setting, with enriching experiences, quality education and cultural exposure. ( Read more... )

Is Blackness performative? What parts of Black identity are learned and what parts are innate? How do you know this ( Read more... )