Alison Bechdel is a cartoonist responsible for the 25-year-running comic strip Dykes to Watch Out For, her two widely acclaimed graphic novels, and the origination for the internationally-known Bechdel Test. In addition to this, she has my boundless love and admiration. Fun Home, her graphic memoir she proclaimed as “a family tragicomic,” spent two weeks on the New York Times bestseller list, was named Time Magazine’s number one book of the year 2006, and was recently adapted into a Broadway musical that now holds the 2015 Tony Award for Best Musical. I cannot even attempt to describe why these books are so exceptional, yet I can try to describe why they are to me. In communities of minorities, “representation is important” has become somewhat
Laura Ruede is the librarian expert in the subject of dance. She works in the TCU Library on the third floor in the Music Media Center, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Ms. Ruede shared during her presentation the myriad of resources available to students at the library. First off, Ms. Ruede is a wonderful resource for dance majors to consult. She is available for individual appointments and group appointments to help assist in research projects or to help students find resources related to dance.
To be a minority is a very difficult task. Fighting daily prejudices and trying to establish a unique identity that fits into society at the same time is often one of the hardest things for a “different” person to do. Deciding one’s daily activities and then watching the repercussions of those activities can be discouraging at times. In the novels, The Autobiography of an Ex-Colored Man, and Jews Without Money, two characters, the narrator and Herman, must fight the establish their own personal identity during a time when each are a minority.
Every writer has a story to tell. No matter gender, religion, or any other classification they all share equal importance. When readers overlook those things, they find great pieces of literature such as Mary Rowlandson’s A Narrative of the Captivity and Restoration of Mrs. Mary Rowlandson and Judith Sargent Murray’s On the Equality of the Sexes. Unbiased readers get to experience the tragic story of Mary’s life in captivity alongside the revelations of Native American stereotypes and Judith’s take on the unfair world of being an educated woman in America. Although they are talking about two different topics they both share the similar conclusion that Americas identity revolves around using stereotypes to defend against anything greater
Minority struggle to break free from poverty, due to systematic oppression and racism established in America. There is an odd belief that granting minorities rights would allow them to be on the same playing field as the majorities. However, the various death and injustice sentencing that has occurred for decades, proves civil rights were not the only problem. Pedro Pietri’s Puerto Rican Obituary and Wanda Coleman’s South Central Los Angeles Death Trip, 1982 both shed light on what minorities face, with some stylistic differences.
Roberts attempts to convince readers that reproduction is an important topic, especially for black individuals. She addresses it important because certain policies that are set to keep black women from having children but also because these same policies persuade people in believing that racial inequality is perpetuated by Black people themselves. Roberts wants readers to think about reproduction in a new way and realize that these policies not only affect Black Americans but also the very meaning of reproductive freedom.
Rowlandson’s text is bracketed by two spiritually authoritative males’ texts – a preface by Increase Mather and a sermon by Rowlandson’s husband. Mather’s preface relays to readers that his intention in helping Rowlandson publish this text he hopes to illustrate the “causeless enmity of these Barbarians against the English, and the malicious and revengeful spirit of these Heathen” (Rowlandson 7) and to show his Puritan followers a concrete illustration of God’s providence and to remind them to be steadfast in their belief in God’s will and power. It is likely that because she was a Puritan English woman her voice was limited so that it would be deemed acceptable by the male authorities looming over her. In those men’s eyes, Rowlandson needed
For decades affirmative action has been an issue of much controversy in America. Affirmative action’s goal is to help those who suffer from discrimination, giving them a boost by favoring them in areas like education and employment. Someone always has something to say, whether it be for affirmative action or against it. With personal stories from And Still We Rise, “Carlos Doesn’t Remember”, and “The LIfe and Times of Strider Wolf” we can see evidence for both sides. Where Anecdotes from Olivia’s, Toya’s and Carlos’s life bring to light their struggles as minorities in inner cities, Strider Wolf’s hardships exist just an hour away in a rural Maine town. Even though the lives of Olivia’s and Carlos’s may seemingly appear to be very different
She ran up to me, arms flailing at her sides. Her face was streaked with tears. She tripped and tumbled as her six-years-old feet raced towards me. The little girl collapsed into my arms, her tears slowing down. She doesn’t need to be asked, for she tells me immediately: “They think Donald Trump will hurt me!” I glare at the sneering boys, then look down at her dark, pretty face. Discrimination is a terrible flaw in American society. Although those who are discriminated against are victims of bias, a small portion of people learn to see through the lies and acknowledge the wrong, as presented in Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird and Maya Angelou’s “Still I Rise.” Ms. Angelou tackles the issues explicitly, while Scout
In the story “The Lesson” by Toni Cade Bambara, the author uses symbolism, irony, setting, and black vernacular diction to show the children -the “other side of the street”- and the economic disparity and inequality they face. When a well educated teacher takes the the children on an allegedly fun and frivolous field trip to a toy store, it is there she shows the children the disparity they face in their neighborhood. By taking these children on the field trip, she is hoping to demonstrate to them that the world is not fair. She hopes they can derive the conclusion that in a democratic society everyone should have equal economic opportunities. “Bambara’s short story collection Gorilla My Love (which includes “The Lesson”) marked Bambara’s debut as a spokesperson for black cultural nationalism. While Bambara’s short stories address multifarious issues relevant to the civil rights struggles during the 60’s and 70’s “The Lesson” specifically adresses unique distribution of wealth.” (Champion 69) “Distribution of wealth is such an important concept that Miss Moore often tells the children “where we are is who we are” (Bambara 390) relating economic status to identity” (Champion)
I am writing my critical reaction journal based on my readings in regards to a two writings titled, “Seeing More Than Black and White” by Elizabeth Martinez (1998) in “Race, Class, and Gender: An Anthology,” [edited by] Margaret L Andersen; Patricia Hill Collins, 2013, (8th Edition ed., pp. 85-90) and “Color-Blind Privilege” by Charles A. Gallagher (2003) in “Race, Class, and Gender: An Anthology,” [edited by] Margaret L Andersen; Patricia Hill Collins, 2013, (8th Edition ed., pp. 91-95).
Marsiglia, F.F.,& Kulis, S. (2015). Diversity, oppression and change (2nd ed.). Lyceum Books, Inc., Chicago, IL.
Over the last one hundred and thirty years African Americans have little by little-gained freedom for themselves as slaves and domestic servants. Now as a culture they are legally capable of obtaining jobs and positions in all areas of private and public organizations, (Hayes, A. F., & Preacher, K. J., 2010). This particular ethnic group are known to be instrumental in holding their cultures together through times of constant struggle. They have used rallies, protests, silent marches and received help from volunteer organizations to fight for rights as well as obtain justice in a racist and sexist society. This work explores the troubles African Americans face in Americas society today, through stereotypes and how gender roles as African Americans differ from each other as well as the American population.
Crowd psychology is the fundamental idea behind the term propaganda. One of the most successful public relations influencers Edward Bernays wrote in his book “Propaganda”. ”If we understand the mechanisms and the motives of the group mind, it is now possible to control and regiment the masses according to our will without them knowing it.” Many argue that propaganda is unethical due to the fact that it is a manipulation and control of the group mind. In this paper, I will be studying what makes propaganda ethical and compare the effective propaganda techniques that have been used in some of the most recent campaigns. Specifically, focusing on public relations campaigns in such as Always, Under Armour, and Dove" campaigns that have recently
Cleopatra was as a smart as she was beautiful. During her studies, she had learned several languages. Most impressively, she was the first in her dynasty to learn the Egyptian language. She became quite a powerful ruler. She nearly reached her dream of becoming the queen of the Roman Empire. She was successful as Queen of Egypt, and she kill to stay in power, even her siblings.
In 1936 59% of Americans favored the death penalty and 38% did not. In a more recent study 47% favored the death penalty and 48% said they would rather have them sentenced to life in prison (Jones, “Support for the Death Penalty”). The death penalty is a very controversial topic that is primarily based on morals. There are many reasons why people favor it. For example and many believe if you are insane enough to murder someone you deserve it. But, there are also many reasons why people oppose it. For example, there have been innocent people sentenced to death. People are also frustrated because the money that the government uses to either kill or house a prisoner for life, comes out of their taxes. Everyone has their own story and belief on why they death penalty should or should to be legal.