Celebrate The Ever-Evolving America Summary

Dinesh D’Souza wrote What’s So Great About America after the attack of September 11, 2001. After the attacks, most people grieved, even if they knew on one that died; however, people also banded together and fought against a group they thought were attacking them. He wrote this book so that pride for America would radiate from the people long after the attacks; that they also would not so easily forget what they did for the country.

Raising America, the book written by Ann Hulbert discussing a century’s worth of child-rearing advice in America, was an interesting book. Hulbert has divided this book into four sections; The Birth of a Science, Psychological Leaps, Identity Crisis, and Psychological Limits. Each section covers parts of the whole century. Hulbert has also dived each of these section into what she refers to as two different schools,

"A living document," stated my government teacher. She repeated it over and over and once more, that the United States Constitution was considered a "living" document. Why would it be considered living, it's just an old piece of paper? Being the old piece of paper that it is, dating back to the year 1787, it still, to this day dictates our day-to-day lives. Our founding fathers created this document with a lot of precaution and thoroughness; but still we question it and ask for change. Many doubts arise when the Electoral College is brought up, whether it should be abolished or if it should be stricter. But the real overall question is if the Electoral College is a good way, rather the right way, to choose our executive

Mike Rauser’s article, “War on Christmas” product of spoiled attitudes, provides an introduction to help explain the contents learned in this class. His article has viewpoints that can be demonstrated by the four nodes of religion inquiry, and Ninian Smart’s six dimension of religion. His article acts as a springboard to show our understanding of the course materials.

In the music video, “The New Americana”, sung by Halsey and produced by Lido an example of people falling apart is a close up shot of the rebels all in one line and making eye contact with Halsey. In this scene she is captured by cops controlled by an all-powerful government. They force Halsey and her team to form a line so they can threaten and ask them a series of questions. The cop asks a question to one of the members and they all turn their heads to look at Halsey in succession. This example shows the audience that Halsey’s team potentially sold her out, the lack of trust they have for one another was very small leading to the betrayal of her squad. The troops pulled Halsey from the line and held her as a hostage since she is known as the leader of the Americans.

My great grandfather served in World War Two… fighting for Italy. He later immigrated to America coming from Italy so he could follow his heart and marry my great grandmother, as he did not have the rights to do so in Italy. It was very hard for them to leave all of their friends and family but with each other to lean on they came to America where we stand as one with our rights and got married.

In 2000s, the 9.11 attacks triggered the Iraq War because of the suspicion of massive destructive weapons; and, America employed an overwhelming military force to defeat Iraq. After the war, an international opinion poll indicated the declining popularity of the US and skyrocketing the anti-American sentiment among Middle East countries and Islamic regions since the policy conducted aftermath in Iraq was consolidated by America’s devastating hard power. Additionally, terrorism campaign derived from anti-American sentiment and its damage were making the US weaken. It is possible to say that 2000s was significantly the era of antipathy against the American military force; hence, the US compelled to reconsider their aggressive policy in world politics. On such world

What makes the book, Post American World, by Fareed Zakaria so interesting is the fact that many of the points made about the decline of America and what needs to be changed is the direct commotion of the current political campaigns. As a young growing male developing my understanding of how the country and countries work and interact the idea of the Post American World, allowed me to understand why the election this year is so different compared to the past. Although I was not as present in the past election, the commotion that has been caused to this year has brought more attention to me and the world than it has before. Within the book the idea that the U.S. has been doing so well and has created the best of the best things, times have started

Before I moved to the United States, in my early 20s, I was used to my mom making me breakfast in the morning. Just like everyone else in modern society, my morning was a war, too. I was always busy to get ready to go to school, and my mom was always busy preparing breakfast for our family. My mom would cook us every morning for hours to make sure we can have a warm bowl of rice and many Korean side dishes that made with fresh ingredients. Then, I would always sit on the table and eat the food when my mom finished preparing. Have I ever thanked my mom for making me breakfast every morning? Sometimes, I would even complain to her that I would late for my class, since she was cooking slowly with care. After finishing my breakfast, I had to rush out of my house and never worry about washing dishes or cleaning up.

At the turn of the century many things were happening that would affect America in ways that would have never been expected. The 1900-1940 era would have truly been an exciting time to live in. Over these four decades Americans would face some of the

As the world continues to progress in this new millennium, the signs of American traditional values have been used to uphold set beliefs of moral encompasses. American culture creates the opportunity of free expression allowing a unique set of rules for a group of individuals, such as LGBT supporters, to challenge the traditional scope of American culture. In contrast to Bigfoot, Loch Ness Monster, Bloody Mary, etc…bathroom accessibility has created new challenges for American culture by opposing traditional bathroom procedures. Although separate restroom quarters have been created to uphold safety and other regulations, the myth of a man using a women, or vice versa, have created new challenges out of old myths. Recent controversy, LGBT rights have sparked a revolution through the controversial view on traditional American values, to create nationwide acceptance of lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender people. As accustomed, men and women are allowed separated bathrooms which function uniquely; however this same freedom is not given to those who have chosen to change gender.

Christmas is a sacred festival of the Christians and a traditional holiday for atheists. It is celebrated with great enthusiasm and gaiety all over the world. Students and almost all employees take a Christmas holiday break for two or three weeks. In this essay I will explain my three week schedule in Christmas holiday break from December 14th 2015 to December 31st 2015.

In France, the Arab communities hold visitations and share in Islamic customs within their brotherhood, whilst around them Christmas carols are sung and the city is embellished in tinsel and goblins, awaiting the arrival of “Santa Claus”, or in their terms “Pere Noel.” In Dubai, much like Abu Dhabi, hotels and restaurants have special Christmas luncheons. Shops and Malls give away special offers during the ‘Festive Season’. There is yet to be established an Eid theme blanketing the cities where Islam is the religion of base, like that of Christmas.

Looking at today’s society, we are very uneducated, especially when it comes to celebrating Christmas. The former Home Secretary claimed, “But since it was written, it saddens me that Christmas has become so commercialized and over-hyped that its true meaning has become lost beneath the welter of fairy lights, tinsel and extravagant presents” (THE DAILY MAIL). The same routine happens every single year of children writing a list to Santa, wanting toys, electronics, and clothes. Then, comes the hassle of shopping for gifts. Next, is putting up decorations on the house and tree. It is now Christmas eve, and the kids left out cookies and milk for Santa Claus to eat and head to bed early. It’s Christmas! Adults, teens, and children surround the tree passing out and opening gifts followed by a family feast. And at the end of the day individuals still don’t know or have forgotten the true, religious meaning of Christmas.

Eid is the most sacred and festive day for a Muslim such as myself. Time goes by in a flash, the fall semester had just begun and Eid was days away. Imagine my sadness that I would not be able to spend this special day with my family – I would have to go to class instead. Fordham is a Jesuit University that becomes more diverse every year as new students join the community. Change takes place on campus; however, does this change allow for equal privileges among all the students? Every year, thousands of freshmen enter the gates of Fordham University. Among these students, not all are Christian. Some are Jews, some Muslim, and some Hindu and Buddhist. As a Jesuit school, Fordham mainly recognizes Christian holidays as official holidays.