The Spectacular Rise And Fall Of A Good Humanitarian Hero

Poverty, disease, global warming, this is the year 2017, and the world we currently suffer in. Since the beginning of mankind, we have lived in a world of war and hate. Why have we never done anything to change the way we live? No matter where you go on this earth, there is disease and famine. We see it everywhere we go, even in my small hometown of Laurel Montana. As I have lived her for my whole life of 20 years, I have seen the town thrive and fall. People standing on the street corner begging for spare change, business’ closing their doors because they can no longer afford to be open. What difference can I make? A kid from a small town, in a state that has a small population, who will make the biggest difference this

I have found in my further research on the CAI and Greg Mortenson that Mortenson may not be the wonderful person he projects himself as in his book. Mortenson has lied about many of the things he said happened in 3 Cups of Tea. He has fabricated the original story about going to Korphe, the time he was attacked by terrorists, how he spends his donations, and lied that some of the other schools he has built were still in use, when they in fact were not. Many people still believe he was not lying in 3 Cups of Tea and his other book, while others have written news articles about his faults. 60 Minutes did a segment on the various ways he has lied, and Jon Krakauer has written a book summarizing Mortenson’s lies called 3 Cups of Deceit.

Richtopia calls Adam Milstein one of the 200 Most Influential Do-Gooders in the World based on his influential Facebook and Twitter accounts. Milstein is a leading philanthropist who shares his honor with other prominent benefactors, including Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg and J.K. Rowling. Chair of the Israeli-American Council (IAC) and currently involved with StandWithUs, the Israel on Campus Coalition and other organizations, Milstein said "My philanthropic work is one of the most important and gratifying parts of my life, and I am honored to be included among so many leaders in this field."

George W. Bush was our nations greatest president and hero. George Bush was born on July 6, 1946 in New Haven, Connecticut. He lived most of his younger years being raised in Midland and Houston, Texas. Early on bush showed signs of greatness, in 1964 he graduated from Yale University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in history and he later married in 1977 before being commissioned into the Texas Air National Guard in 1968. Bush rose through the ranks quickly and was soon assigned to Houston, flying with the 147th Reconnaissance Wing of Ellington Field Joint Reserve Base and because of his quick rise, many critics say that he only got there because of his fathers already high political standing. Unfortunately during 1972, he was suspended from

Lesley Boone once said, “We are a country that prides itself on power and wealth, yet there are millions of children who go hungry every day” (Johnson, p.38). When people think of world issues, many do not consider America’s stand point on the ordeal. They are unable to fully comprehend the growing lack of jobs, poverty, hunger, poor health care, and meager education that takes place across the nation. American charity foundations are often eager to jump to the rescue of other countries, but what about the detrimental issues that occur and worsen here every day? In the past, the majority of organizations are predominantly directed at foreign countries; helping places such as Ethiopia, India, Somalia, etc. While here, poverty and debt are increasing by surmountable amounts. Charities for other regions are beneficial, but shouldn’t people here be first priority? Especially considering the majority of our problems have the potential to be easily fixed. Also speculate on what will happen when we have nothing left to give. If the United States does not soon take this into deliberation, it could be hazardous and irreversible to the American society. Charities need to start focusing more on America before it’s too late. When deciding where America’s charitable hands should go, many things need to be taken into consideration such as; charities outside of the U.S.,

Humanitarian action is what the world turns to in case there is a crisis in any part of the world. But as David Rieff suggests in his book, “A Bed for the Night: Humanitarianism in Crisis,” there is a crisis in the humanitarian world and space. He draws from first personal experience in places like Bosnia, Rwanda and Kosovo to tell how some of the challenges humanitarian organizations face; including their struggle to be neutral and apolitical.

Although there is much controversy surrounding Mortenson and the CAI, in the novel, Three Cups of Tea by Greg Mortenson and David Oliver Relin, Mortenson is portrayed as hero. In 1993 he had attempted to climb K2 and failed, which led him into an impoverished village of Pakistan named Korphe. In Korphe, he had promised to build a school in return of their kindness and their time taken to put him back in good health. Mortenson had eventually raised enough money to build the school. Afterwards, Mortenson and Jean Hoerni created the Central Asia Institute to continue building schools in Pakistan. Mortenson faced many obstacles but never gave up on building schools and expanded his vision to build schools in Afghanistan as well.

“An Army’s bravest men are its cowards. The death which they would not meet at the hands of the enemy they will meet at the hands of their officers, with never a flinching.” (Ambrose Bierce 1) The author, Ambrose Bierce, was a first Lieutenant in the Union Army from 1861-1865 and wrote a short story called “The Mockingbird”, to reflect upon his life on the battlefield. He served his country on numerous battlefields, including Shiloh, the one he mentions in great detail within his story. It was clear early on that Bierce was driven to succeed. In his life, he dealt with many tragedies but he also proved he would never be deterred. To him, sustaining success was just as important as achieving success—perhaps more so—and it didn’t happen overnight. He continued to advance in life despite obstacles, and just like the character in the book, they both endured the same challenges. “The Mockingbird” reflects upon a main character named Private William Graylock, who aspires to be a brave war hero; however, he battles his own unethical character flaws by fabricating his own stories and his battles with his own psychological issues.

Heroes are heroes for many different reasons, but they all share one important thing in common. They must go through the hero’s journey. Odysseus faced many trials, monsters, and temptations in the epic poem The Odyssey. The steps he took were all part of the hero’s journey and made him the great hero that Homer had written him to be. Today, we have a great modern hero. A large community of people look up to her for guidance through their own personal journeys in life. Laverne Cox went through a great hero’s journey to get to where she is today. The hero’s journey is evident in the life of Laverne Cox because she went through a lot at home and in her childhood, is tested by friends and enemies, and finally, receives a reward.

A staff writer, for the Global Notebook, whose name is Emma Dwight, wrote an article titled, "Celebrity Humanitarianism: Bridging the Gap." In her article, she discusses the difference between generations Y and Z and how the two different generations gain and retain knowledge differently (the older generation acquiring information from news stations or newspapers while, the younger generation seeks information through music, television, movies, and listening to their favorite celebrities.) She states in her article that the present generation is influenced by stars so much that the celebrities can become either good or bad humanitarians, based on that superstar 's characteristic qualities. In Lupe Fiasco 's music video, "Words I Never Said," an argument of the artists ' characteristics and true intentions will be tested and proven to be "good" based off references from the article about the video. He raps his message throughout the entirety of his song while having film of the many serious problems that the world struggles with everyday. Based on Fiasco 's efforts, the film will appeal to generation Z more, which allows the generation of young people to want to make a change in their community. In his music video, Lupe Fiasco promotes awareness to hard topics, shows how he leads to make a difference, uses video to display to his audience of the problems the world faces, and enlightens his viewers to see things in a different light. Fiasco 's limitless characteristics are

I think the student council's plan to elect a hero of the month is a great idea for several reasons. It will encourage positive actions, increase awareness of the good things students do, and give students an opportunity to work with school leaders.

Scott Roman was recently arrested due to a connection with a fatal hit and run accident. He is being charged with leaving the scene of an accident involving death. He is also being charged with tampering of evidence. Joseph Deverson, who was 22, was struck by a car on May 11, 2015. He was taken to the Broward Health Medical Center where he later died.

Only when all the spices combine will you be able to savor the pleasure and warmth that goes into your grandma’s pot pie. The hero rescues, society influences. This creates a huge controversy about if the hero alters society or the other way around. Although heroes are always there for people in need and ‘save the day’, this kind of a positive impact on society is in fact influenced by society. Society shapes their hero based on their desires or restraints, determining what type of hero they want, at that point in time. “No one can be a hero without others accepting they are”

“Thank you for saving me” is the words that citizens reiterate to a hero, after the hero saves their lives. One day, when I grow older, I hope to hear those words a lot too. A hero doesn’t necessarily have to be a person with powers, but can be a person with traits to them that make them powerful. Everybody has a different definition of a hero. For instance, my definition of a hero is someone that sets a good example for other people. So, if offered a role as a hero or a villain in a movie, I would have to accept a hero because I aspire to be a hero when I grow older. My personality matches that of a hero and heroes always have a great reputation.

Peter Parker once said, “I believe there 's a hero in all of us, that keeps us honest, gives us strength, makes us noble, and finally allows us to die with pride, even though sometimes we have to be steady, and give up the thing we want the most. Even our dreams”. Peter Parker is an uncooperative teen who was handed the most daunting task of being a hero and protecting the lives of others. His personality quickly changed from this character who couldn’t care less for others, to putting all his worries into the safety of society. Not all heroes have to be bitten by a spider and given a costume. Some are normal everyday people who accept this challenge of protecting a belief. Louie Zamperini exceeds the limitations for the definition of a hero through perseverance and surviving as well as keeping others alive. In Hillenbrand’s novel Unbroken, syntax, tone, and imagery shows that Louie was proven to be an iconic hero.