Brainstrain: Christmas shopping when money tight
North County Times
12/18/2011
Christina Rexrode
http://www.nctimes.com/news/national/brain-strain-christmas-shopping-when-money-tight/article_fb9f6464-9aa2-5903-ac20-729076c5cbd0.html
This Christmas, people are finding that they have a budget on how much they can spend on others due to the harsh economy. Apparently, the love to shop comes in our DNA. From our ancestors, we have always have the craving to forage. Brain scanning proves this by showing a chemical release that drives people to take action. In the brain, when it comes to shopping, there are many questions the fly in your brain. When you have a limit, it is believed to make it harder to shop. Christmas shoppers must learn to control themselves with prices.
This connects to what we are studying in class due to the economy back then. They had limits on what they could spend on everyday needs, not only gifts for others. You really had to separate your money for different tasks when in the lower classes of society.
it connects to my life because if I did not have enough money to supply everyone with a large Christmas present, I would have to even dispute money towards Christmas gifts, even though my brain lusts for the shopping expierance.
My oppinion on this article is that you really have to put a lid on your spendings and buy only what you need plus small thingys for friends and family. Dont over do it.
Sunday, December 18, 2011
Thursday, November 17, 2011
Darcy Erwin
Article 1 Unit 2
North County Times
" FOOD: Traditional Thanksgiving dinner cost 13% more this year"
http://www.nctimes.com/lifestyles/food-and-cooking/food-traditional-thanksgiving-dinner-cost-percent-more-this-year/article_3593af7e-0bf7-11e1-a7ea-001cc4c002e0.html
In this article it talks about the rising prices of food. Thanksgiving meals for 10 people will $5.73 more than the previous year. Also a turkey with the trimmings will cost 13% percent more than last year. Most holiday food prices are rising about 4$ this year. The only act of kindness they are providing are the discounts for important preparations of food.
This connects to my history class because back when there were European Explorers traveling to the new world, an English colony had experienced a similar problem. Jamestown was the first English colony and it could not obtain enough food because once they broke their link, the Natives refused to trade.
This connects to my life because every year I eat the traditional foods for Thanksgiving, (turkey, mashed potatoes and gravy, stuffing, etc.) and this year I will have to pay even more than usual to continue my families and other families traditions.
Even though it sad for shoppers like me, I respect the decision to raise the prices. The Economy we are living in is not really at a good place so it is understandable.
North County Times
" FOOD: Traditional Thanksgiving dinner cost 13% more this year"
http://www.nctimes.com/lifestyles/food-and-cooking/food-traditional-thanksgiving-dinner-cost-percent-more-this-year/article_3593af7e-0bf7-11e1-a7ea-001cc4c002e0.html
In this article it talks about the rising prices of food. Thanksgiving meals for 10 people will $5.73 more than the previous year. Also a turkey with the trimmings will cost 13% percent more than last year. Most holiday food prices are rising about 4$ this year. The only act of kindness they are providing are the discounts for important preparations of food.
This connects to my history class because back when there were European Explorers traveling to the new world, an English colony had experienced a similar problem. Jamestown was the first English colony and it could not obtain enough food because once they broke their link, the Natives refused to trade.
This connects to my life because every year I eat the traditional foods for Thanksgiving, (turkey, mashed potatoes and gravy, stuffing, etc.) and this year I will have to pay even more than usual to continue my families and other families traditions.
Even though it sad for shoppers like me, I respect the decision to raise the prices. The Economy we are living in is not really at a good place so it is understandable.
Wednesday, November 2, 2011
Darcy Erwin
Article #6
North County Times
http://www.nctimes.com/entertainment/movies/to-jurors-michael-jackson-s-doctor-remains-silent/article_261ab38d-dfa2-503b-be8c-b6621a0a3344.html
To jurors, Michael Jackson's doctor remains silent
The panel stil has to choose whether to convict or acquit Dr. Conrad Murray of the possible manslaughter of Michael Jackson. The evidence has brough 49 wittness and hundreds of pieces to the table and the panel has been told that there will be no more. Murray's decision came 22 days after testimony and some deep though and came to tell supreme court that he had not ruled out taking stand. The doctor seemed to pray before the announcement. Juror were exceused from te court room while Pastor give Murray the Miranda Warning. He told the that he will not testify. Prosecuters said Murray gave Jackson a fatal dose of anethetic propofol in Michael Jacksons house, but defendants say Jackson took the dose himself. Though Murray gave Jackson equiptment and vials of of propofol, experts say doctor should have had to be administering propofol. More than 300 pieces of evidence have been presended during the trial, which has lasted 6 weeks.
This connects to what I am learning in my history class because of the legal rights in the Bill of Rights. Dr. Murray has a right to a trial by jury as said by Bill of Rights. A great example of the Bill of Right presented in this news story is the Miranda Warning. Pastor told Dr. Murray that he had the right to remain silent. He also had a lawyer which is also allowed due to the Bill of Rights. It really connects.
This connects to my life because if I ever was accused of anything I would want a fair trial that followed my rights. Also if one of my friends were accused I would wish them the best as well. or even one of my parents.
My opinion of this case is that Dr. Murray is guilty of all charges and should be sent to jail for four years and be striped of his medical liscence. Based on the evidence it seem that that is the only thing that truely makes sence.
North County Times
http://www.nctimes.com/entertainment/movies/to-jurors-michael-jackson-s-doctor-remains-silent/article_261ab38d-dfa2-503b-be8c-b6621a0a3344.html
To jurors, Michael Jackson's doctor remains silent
The panel stil has to choose whether to convict or acquit Dr. Conrad Murray of the possible manslaughter of Michael Jackson. The evidence has brough 49 wittness and hundreds of pieces to the table and the panel has been told that there will be no more. Murray's decision came 22 days after testimony and some deep though and came to tell supreme court that he had not ruled out taking stand. The doctor seemed to pray before the announcement. Juror were exceused from te court room while Pastor give Murray the Miranda Warning. He told the that he will not testify. Prosecuters said Murray gave Jackson a fatal dose of anethetic propofol in Michael Jacksons house, but defendants say Jackson took the dose himself. Though Murray gave Jackson equiptment and vials of of propofol, experts say doctor should have had to be administering propofol. More than 300 pieces of evidence have been presended during the trial, which has lasted 6 weeks.
This connects to what I am learning in my history class because of the legal rights in the Bill of Rights. Dr. Murray has a right to a trial by jury as said by Bill of Rights. A great example of the Bill of Right presented in this news story is the Miranda Warning. Pastor told Dr. Murray that he had the right to remain silent. He also had a lawyer which is also allowed due to the Bill of Rights. It really connects.
This connects to my life because if I ever was accused of anything I would want a fair trial that followed my rights. Also if one of my friends were accused I would wish them the best as well. or even one of my parents.
My opinion of this case is that Dr. Murray is guilty of all charges and should be sent to jail for four years and be striped of his medical liscence. Based on the evidence it seem that that is the only thing that truely makes sence.
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
Darcy Erwin
Article #5
North County Times
http://www.nctimes.com/business/business-us-moves-to-block-merger-of-at-t-t/article_1f2d9586-26dd-5914-9fbe-21e212c980b7.html
BUSINESS: US moves to block merger of AT&T, T-Mobile
The Justice Department filed a civil antitrust lawsuit in Federal Court in Washington to block AT&T's plan to buy T-Mobile. The Justice Department claims this purchase would displace Verizon Wireless as the largest wireless carrier in the U.S. leading to higher prices, poorer service, few choices, and fewer technologies. AT&T plans to request an expedited hearing, and states that the deal could help improve wireless service for millions and bring 5000 call-center jobs back to the U.S. from overseas. Currently, four companies (AT&T, Verizon, Sprint, and T-Mobile) control more than 90% of the U.S. wireless market, and the deal could lead to fewer choices and higher prices for Americans due to lower competition. Labor union leaders support the deal since it may bring more jobs back to America during hard economic times. Several government agencies are still investigating the pros and cons of the proposed deal.
North County Times
http://www.nctimes.com/business/business-us-moves-to-block-merger-of-at-t-t/article_1f2d9586-26dd-5914-9fbe-21e212c980b7.html
BUSINESS: US moves to block merger of AT&T, T-Mobile
The Justice Department filed a civil antitrust lawsuit in Federal Court in Washington to block AT&T's plan to buy T-Mobile. The Justice Department claims this purchase would displace Verizon Wireless as the largest wireless carrier in the U.S. leading to higher prices, poorer service, few choices, and fewer technologies. AT&T plans to request an expedited hearing, and states that the deal could help improve wireless service for millions and bring 5000 call-center jobs back to the U.S. from overseas. Currently, four companies (AT&T, Verizon, Sprint, and T-Mobile) control more than 90% of the U.S. wireless market, and the deal could lead to fewer choices and higher prices for Americans due to lower competition. Labor union leaders support the deal since it may bring more jobs back to America during hard economic times. Several government agencies are still investigating the pros and cons of the proposed deal.
This connects to what I am learning about the 3 branches in my History class. Mostly in Judicial with the Federal Court filing the lawsuit, and The Justice Department claiming that the combination of the two companies would displace Verizon. In Executive there are many different departments to look into to carry out the laws. In this article it mentions two of them, the FCC and the Federal Communications Commission It also talk about the Legislative branch and how it had passed a law about the monopoly of a large company taking advantage.
This connects to my life because I use my cell phone daily. I love my phone and I am not interested in paying for a overly priced phone or plan. However for my future if there is a larger opportunity for me to get a job, that could really impact my future.
My opinion of this case is that it needs to be looked into deeper before any decisions can be made. No one wants monopolies but it may bring more jobs into the future. I think the pros and cons need to be weighed closely.
Darcy Erwin
Article #4
North County Times
http://www.nctimes.com/news/national/military-obama-announces-iraq-troop-withdrawal/article_50893ec2-1bc1-59f7-b9ba-9309bdfceb0a.html
MILITARY: Obama announces Iraq troop withdrawal
In this shorter article, it announces what President Barrack Obama declared the end of the war in Iraq. For months people have argued where the United States would continue to have military forces in Iraq past this year, but Obama assures that there won't be. President Obama had a video conference with Iraqi Prime Minister, Nouri al-Malkiki, where they discussed and came with an agreement that the war would end soon. President George W. Bush had already sealed a deal saying that our armies would withdraw by 2011. President Obama declared the end of the combat mission and stood by what was already agreed.
In class we learned about the Executive Branch and how the President is the commander-in-chief of military. This is an example of how our President uses this power.
This connects to my life as a citizen because for most of my life this war has been going on. it is a wonderful thing to know that the dark time of war is over in Iraq. It really just is great news.
There never seemed to be a valid reason for our military to be in that war anyway. My opinion is that it is a great thing to end the war that has seemed to have gone on for a very long time.
North County Times
http://www.nctimes.com/news/national/military-obama-announces-iraq-troop-withdrawal/article_50893ec2-1bc1-59f7-b9ba-9309bdfceb0a.html
MILITARY: Obama announces Iraq troop withdrawal
In this shorter article, it announces what President Barrack Obama declared the end of the war in Iraq. For months people have argued where the United States would continue to have military forces in Iraq past this year, but Obama assures that there won't be. President Obama had a video conference with Iraqi Prime Minister, Nouri al-Malkiki, where they discussed and came with an agreement that the war would end soon. President George W. Bush had already sealed a deal saying that our armies would withdraw by 2011. President Obama declared the end of the combat mission and stood by what was already agreed.
In class we learned about the Executive Branch and how the President is the commander-in-chief of military. This is an example of how our President uses this power.
This connects to my life as a citizen because for most of my life this war has been going on. it is a wonderful thing to know that the dark time of war is over in Iraq. It really just is great news.
There never seemed to be a valid reason for our military to be in that war anyway. My opinion is that it is a great thing to end the war that has seemed to have gone on for a very long time.
Darcy Erwin
Article #3
North County Times
http://www.nctimes.com/news/local/sdcounty/region-effort-to-repeal-state-dream-act-under-way/article_dceb404c-7298-5a8b-b929-b56931110787.html
REGION: Effort to repeal state Dream Act under way
The California Dream Act, Assembly Bills 130 & 131, are controversial legislation signed by Governor Jerry Brown, allow illegal immigrant students to apply for college scholarships. Republican State Assemblyman, Tim Donnelly, has started gathering signatures and set up a funding committee for a referendum to overturn Assembly Bill 131, which allows illegals access to state-funded scholarships. He is not fighting Assembly Bill 130, which allows access to privately funded scholarships. He needs 505,000 signatures by January 6 to qualify the referendum for the November 2012 ballot.Various proponents of the Dream Act are starting to meet in order to fight the referendum. This Dream Act differs from the federal Dream Act, which would also give illegal immigrants who go to college or serve in the military the opportunity to become citizens, if it is passed. The California Dream Act takes effect in January.
In class we are learning about the Constitution and the Bill of Rights. This is a good example of how we use both documents today. In this article it talks about how a state is passing a law. We have learned about the Amendment Process and how the Legislative Branch (like the California Legislature) makes the laws and the Executive branch (Governor Jerry Brown) can sign a bill (California Dream Act). It takes signatures on petitions to get a referendum on a ballot and then a vote in order to pass it (as in this attempt to overturn part of the California Dream Act). The federal Dream Act would also also give these rights to illegal immigrants if it is passed, and would affect all states, including California.
This connects to my life because I live in California and plan to go to college in less than 5 years. I am not an illegal immigrant, but in the future if they are allowed to get the scholarships, then I would need to compete for the scholarships with them. I may also have friends who are illegal immigrants and i would wish them the best and would hope they would get the same opportunities that I do.
The children they are talking about have already been in the same school system as I have and I would think it would be unfair to take away their opportunity because of something they had no choice over. I believe that they should be allowed to have a chance at a scholarship because they may impact the future due to the scholarship.
North County Times
http://www.nctimes.com/news/local/sdcounty/region-effort-to-repeal-state-dream-act-under-way/article_dceb404c-7298-5a8b-b929-b56931110787.html
REGION: Effort to repeal state Dream Act under way
The California Dream Act, Assembly Bills 130 & 131, are controversial legislation signed by Governor Jerry Brown, allow illegal immigrant students to apply for college scholarships. Republican State Assemblyman, Tim Donnelly, has started gathering signatures and set up a funding committee for a referendum to overturn Assembly Bill 131, which allows illegals access to state-funded scholarships. He is not fighting Assembly Bill 130, which allows access to privately funded scholarships. He needs 505,000 signatures by January 6 to qualify the referendum for the November 2012 ballot.Various proponents of the Dream Act are starting to meet in order to fight the referendum. This Dream Act differs from the federal Dream Act, which would also give illegal immigrants who go to college or serve in the military the opportunity to become citizens, if it is passed. The California Dream Act takes effect in January.
In class we are learning about the Constitution and the Bill of Rights. This is a good example of how we use both documents today. In this article it talks about how a state is passing a law. We have learned about the Amendment Process and how the Legislative Branch (like the California Legislature) makes the laws and the Executive branch (Governor Jerry Brown) can sign a bill (California Dream Act). It takes signatures on petitions to get a referendum on a ballot and then a vote in order to pass it (as in this attempt to overturn part of the California Dream Act). The federal Dream Act would also also give these rights to illegal immigrants if it is passed, and would affect all states, including California.
This connects to my life because I live in California and plan to go to college in less than 5 years. I am not an illegal immigrant, but in the future if they are allowed to get the scholarships, then I would need to compete for the scholarships with them. I may also have friends who are illegal immigrants and i would wish them the best and would hope they would get the same opportunities that I do.
The children they are talking about have already been in the same school system as I have and I would think it would be unfair to take away their opportunity because of something they had no choice over. I believe that they should be allowed to have a chance at a scholarship because they may impact the future due to the scholarship.
Saturday, October 29, 2011
Darcy Erwin
Article #2
North County Times
http://www.nctimes.com/news/national/
Tenn. Protesters arresed for 2nd night
In this article it talks about the occupy wall street case. Tennessee state troopers for the second straight night o the protest arrested more than 12 dozen protesters for not following a new nighttime curfew. places by the governor of Tennessee. Like the first night, the judge dismissed thr protesters arrest warrants like. The news paper told citizens Saturday that magistrate Tom Nelson told troopers that he could find no authority to create the curfew on the Legislative plaza. Protesters returned to the plaza and once more stayed there past the 10 pm curfew. Troopers arrested 26 protesters. They were charged with trespassing, public intoxication and impersonation. The judicial commissioner refused to issue warrants for any of the charges. Officials told that 72 troopers were involved in the curfew enforcement. Meanwhile, in California, a war veteran was seriously injured during a fight with officials Tuesday night. In Atlanta, helicopters hovered overhead as officers arrested people. In San Diego, police arrested 51 people protesting. In Tennessee more that 200 people went to a Fridays meeting to discuss the arresting. . here was no noticeable law enforcement presence for nearly 2 hours after the curfew went into effect, while theaters let out patrons who filled the block. They were not arrested but the protesters were. Protesters would return Saturday even if it meant more arrests. The 29 demonstrators arrested Friday were taken to jail, but the judge ruled that the state did not give them enough time to comply with the new curfew. They were issued situations for trespassing which only is a 50$ fine if they are found guilty. Officers describe that the Plaza has been haring deteriorating security and sanitary conditions on the plaza. The safety commissioner said that it is unrealistic use for the police doing to protect the protesters from homeless people robbing them, Police do not have enough time and money to protect them.
In class we learned about the bill of rights. I have learned that Judges need to issue warrants in order to seize (arrest) anyone. So technically the officials that arrested the protesters were breaking the law. I also learned in class about the first amendment in a form of RAPPS. Right to petition, assemble, to free speech and press, and to religion. This article is a great example of right to assemble and free speech. People are standing for what they believe and are expressing their opinion.
This connects to my life because there's always a chance in the future where something may not go the way I want it to. I would have to stand up for what I believe in. People in my family have made a stand before and there's many examples of people trying to make a difference everywhere I go. Most of the time its someone standing in front of a store with a sign handing out papers to people.
My opinion about this story is neutral. I respect the people trying to make a difference and risking the possibly to be arrested for doing so. I also understand why others oppose to them, even if some just want to silence them to keep them from looking bad. I am not in this deeply and am only reviewing it. There is much i do not understand about the occupy wall street case.
North County Times
http://www.nctimes.com/news/national/
Tenn. Protesters arresed for 2nd night
In this article it talks about the occupy wall street case. Tennessee state troopers for the second straight night o the protest arrested more than 12 dozen protesters for not following a new nighttime curfew. places by the governor of Tennessee. Like the first night, the judge dismissed thr protesters arrest warrants like. The news paper told citizens Saturday that magistrate Tom Nelson told troopers that he could find no authority to create the curfew on the Legislative plaza. Protesters returned to the plaza and once more stayed there past the 10 pm curfew. Troopers arrested 26 protesters. They were charged with trespassing, public intoxication and impersonation. The judicial commissioner refused to issue warrants for any of the charges. Officials told that 72 troopers were involved in the curfew enforcement. Meanwhile, in California, a war veteran was seriously injured during a fight with officials Tuesday night. In Atlanta, helicopters hovered overhead as officers arrested people. In San Diego, police arrested 51 people protesting. In Tennessee more that 200 people went to a Fridays meeting to discuss the arresting. . here was no noticeable law enforcement presence for nearly 2 hours after the curfew went into effect, while theaters let out patrons who filled the block. They were not arrested but the protesters were. Protesters would return Saturday even if it meant more arrests. The 29 demonstrators arrested Friday were taken to jail, but the judge ruled that the state did not give them enough time to comply with the new curfew. They were issued situations for trespassing which only is a 50$ fine if they are found guilty. Officers describe that the Plaza has been haring deteriorating security and sanitary conditions on the plaza. The safety commissioner said that it is unrealistic use for the police doing to protect the protesters from homeless people robbing them, Police do not have enough time and money to protect them.
In class we learned about the bill of rights. I have learned that Judges need to issue warrants in order to seize (arrest) anyone. So technically the officials that arrested the protesters were breaking the law. I also learned in class about the first amendment in a form of RAPPS. Right to petition, assemble, to free speech and press, and to religion. This article is a great example of right to assemble and free speech. People are standing for what they believe and are expressing their opinion.
This connects to my life because there's always a chance in the future where something may not go the way I want it to. I would have to stand up for what I believe in. People in my family have made a stand before and there's many examples of people trying to make a difference everywhere I go. Most of the time its someone standing in front of a store with a sign handing out papers to people.
My opinion about this story is neutral. I respect the people trying to make a difference and risking the possibly to be arrested for doing so. I also understand why others oppose to them, even if some just want to silence them to keep them from looking bad. I am not in this deeply and am only reviewing it. There is much i do not understand about the occupy wall street case.
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
Article #1
Story's of American Hero's
"Home of Hero's"
Pueblo,Colorado
The Pledge of Allegiance
In my response to the first article I have read in class, (10/25) I learned about the history of the Pledge of Allegiance. Two men, Francis Bellany and James Upham, are believed to have authored the words that would come to be the beginning of the Pledge of Allegiance. (was published anonymously) 12 million school children began reciting it in school a month after it had been published, however that wasn't the end of the genesis of the Pledge. It took many years for the pledge to be the flag ( that's hat it was known as previously) to reach full maturity to be know as it is today. A year after schools began to speak it (1923) it was changed to clarity that it was fir the United States. Though these years the Pledge grew in popularity not only with children but with adults as well. In 1945 it was changed to be called 'the Pledge of Allegiance.' AS further years passed littler changes were added to the the Pledge until in 1954 when it was changed to how we know it today.
In class, I am learning about the Constitution/Bill of Rights. This is similar to what this article is about. It, like the constitution is a written change in my government's history. The Pledge of Allegiance is the oath to the flag and symbolized importance to my country.
I am reminded in my advisory class period that I am a citizen as I recite the pledge. Every single day I recite it in my school and all the adults around me have it memorized too. I have been taught that the pledge is very important to know and understand because it tell me that I am a citizen in my community and reminds me I have a role to play in my country's future as well as my own path.
My opinion about the pledge of allegiance is that I believe that it is a good way to show out loyalty to our nation. It explains how we have freedom yet each state follows laws, and we all work together to form a more perfect Union. Its reminds us that we can not be separated. And also 'we' means 'all'. We all our free and not separating black and white or religion from religion or sex from sex. We are all equal and the Pledge reminds us off all of this.
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"Home of Hero's"
Pueblo,Colorado
The Pledge of Allegiance
In my response to the first article I have read in class, (10/25) I learned about the history of the Pledge of Allegiance. Two men, Francis Bellany and James Upham, are believed to have authored the words that would come to be the beginning of the Pledge of Allegiance. (was published anonymously) 12 million school children began reciting it in school a month after it had been published, however that wasn't the end of the genesis of the Pledge. It took many years for the pledge to be the flag ( that's hat it was known as previously) to reach full maturity to be know as it is today. A year after schools began to speak it (1923) it was changed to clarity that it was fir the United States. Though these years the Pledge grew in popularity not only with children but with adults as well. In 1945 it was changed to be called 'the Pledge of Allegiance.' AS further years passed littler changes were added to the the Pledge until in 1954 when it was changed to how we know it today.
In class, I am learning about the Constitution/Bill of Rights. This is similar to what this article is about. It, like the constitution is a written change in my government's history. The Pledge of Allegiance is the oath to the flag and symbolized importance to my country.
I am reminded in my advisory class period that I am a citizen as I recite the pledge. Every single day I recite it in my school and all the adults around me have it memorized too. I have been taught that the pledge is very important to know and understand because it tell me that I am a citizen in my community and reminds me I have a role to play in my country's future as well as my own path.
My opinion about the pledge of allegiance is that I believe that it is a good way to show out loyalty to our nation. It explains how we have freedom yet each state follows laws, and we all work together to form a more perfect Union. Its reminds us that we can not be separated. And also 'we' means 'all'. We all our free and not separating black and white or religion from religion or sex from sex. We are all equal and the Pledge reminds us off all of this.
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