James Hoban

“Harrison Bergeron” is a story about Big Government forcing equality on citizens by the use of handicaps; in doing so they hold everyone back from their fullest potential. The year 2081 is oppressive to say the least; people are punished for being above average in intelligence, beauty, physical abilities or any variety of capabilities. No one is supposed to be more attractive, stronger, more intelligent or quicker than anyone else. The quest for egalitarianism is faulty; people who are born gifted are hindered by ridiculous weight bags, glasses to cause blindness and headaches, ear radios that send nerve racking noises every twenty seconds courtesy of a government transmitter and hideous masks are a few objects implemented to make

“Harrison Bergeron” by Kurt Vonnegut Jr. is a story literally exaggerated to its limit by showing, in the near future, what it means to be equal in every way by having people not being able to show any form of intelligence or creativity whatsoever. When Harrison Bergeron breaks the chains of government oppression, he dies for his failed cause. He dies because he chooses not to conform to the rest of his oppressive society. His parents, George and Hazel, who are nothing more than two bodies under the government’s mind control, can do nothing to save their son or seek justice for his death. The story is not only a reflection of the author’s concern with controlling the masses through

Without a doubt, Frank Lloyd Wright was one of the greatest architects in American history and the greatest architect of the 20th century. Nature was his muse and his architectural structures embodied organic qualities. He took full advantage of the technological advances of the 20th century but redirecting the concept of space and employing new techniques; Wright was known for his modern and innovative designs. He believed that, “architecture was not just about buildings, it was about nourishing the lives of those sheltered within them”. Wright is not only one of the most well known architects in America but he is also thought of as one of the most influential architects in the world.

There were 50 soldiers outside the mansion waiting for the order to burn down the place. The moment they received an order from their Generals, they hurled in torches. The fire completely destroyed the White House and other treasures it held. It was burned to the ground and specialists contemplated moving the capital to another city. Besides President’s residence, there were also other buildings damaged from fire such as War Department and Treasury. However, The President and First Lady were able to return to Washington only three days after the initial raid. After returning to the capital, they lived in the octagon house for the remainder of James Madison’s term. The Octagon House was about one hundred miles away from the White House in Washington D.C. in the City of Richmond County Virginia. During their stay in in Octagon House and the remainder of Madison’s presidency, the White House was reconstructed. After reconstruction, newly elected President James Monroe moved back into the reconstructed building once the election of 1816 was

James Stephen Hogg was born on March 24, 1851near Rusk, Texas. His father was a brigadier general in the Provisional Army of the Confederate States. His father died in 1862 in Mississippi. His mother died the following year. James Stephen Hogg had two brothers and two sisters that were left to run the family plantation.

Samuel Houston was a vital American soldier and later politician who was an important role in Texas history, he helped create the state of Texas that resides in the continental USA. He was a major role as an early politician for Texas, but he did not just serve as a politician he also was the president of the Republic of Texas. Houston was elected into this position twice, not only that he served as governor of Texas.

There are thousands of sport teams, from high school to professional, that have mascots that reference Native American culture. In an increasingly diverse and conscientious American culture, the question still stands is it appropriate for teams to continue to use mascots that appropriate another culture? John Barr reminds us that “I think that what I would encourage you to do and everyone else to do is just look at the history, understand where the name came from, understand that it means… honor, it means respect, it means pride. And it’s that simple” (Wulf). Barr’s point is that when teams pick this name it is an honor to be called a Native American name. In Barr’s point I would highly agree with him because, my family takes heart to that.

In the 1800’s the white house had yet to be completed and yet John Adams moved in. When he moved in November 1, 1800 he made several changes such as housekeeping on the second floor, converting the

James Keegstra, born to Dutch immigrants in 1934 in Vulcan Alberta. Keegstra was the youngest of seven children and was raised by devout Christian parents. Following his parent’s religious beliefs, as a young adult, he convened at the Calgary Prophetic Bible institute regularly. His professional life began as a car mechanic, but his interest in teaching landed him a bachelor’s degree in education. After being awarded his degree in 1968, he moved to Eckville , Alberta and began teaching social studies. In conjunction with his interest for teaching, Keegstra has always had a keen interest in politics. In 1932, in Alberta, an evangelist named William Aberhart, converted to a political ideology called “Social Credit,” and used his Christian radio

Leaving the White House after two terms, Monroe and his wife went to spend their days at their estate “Oak Hill” in Loudoun County, Virginia. After his wife died in 1830, Monroe moved to New

Pierre Joseph Houben died on October 31st, 2062, In Stevens Point, Wisconsin. He lived a long and healthy life making it to 45 years of age. During Pierre's life he has done a lot of things for the community and the world. When Pierre was 18 he joined the United States military enlisting in the army's infantry, right after of dropping out of his high school Stevens Point Area Senior High. During his military career he served 3 tours in Afghanistan, Iraq, and Syria. After serving his country he went to school at UW-Madison at the age of 23 pursuing a career in Business. After getting his degree and achieving a 4.0 grade average at the age of 27 he started a Business that sells and manufactures Lawn mowers. Being so young and innovative his new company made over $62 Million in sales in just 4 years.

George Washington laid the first cornerstone of the Whitehouse on October 13, 1972 in a freemason ceremony. The eight-year construction was completed in 1800, with George Washington overseeing the construction of the house he himself never occupied. President John Adams was the first to live in the residence. When Thomas Jefferson was elected in 1801 John Adams had put in so much work on the interior design he did not want to leave but as it was the presidential home he unwillingly left after only a few months in residence.

Michael C. James Sr. is the Retention of Success Coordinator, School of Education and Urban Studies at Morgan State. Mr. James was born in Chicago, IL in 1960 however, was raised by his mother in Rochester, New York.

The Rev. Joseph M. Colombe followed Father Pierre. He served from 1922-1937. He was born in 1885 in Quebec, Canada and became a naturalized citizen. His ministry was marked by involvement in underserved populations in the parish.

Two architects who works needs to be recognized too are Frank Lloyd Wright and Frank O’Gehry. Both great architects with creative designs that seem to incorporate with their surroundings. Who contributed so much to our modern designs and buildings that we still visit today. Both architects who came up with new ideas and designs instead of the traditional like houses and buildings but added new concept to what we see today.