Atomic Bomb In Japan

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My major is Asian Studies with a minor in Communication. Once I graduate and receive my diploma I am going to use my knowledge of the atomic bomb dropping to spread awareness of the aftermath of this tragedy. This summer I will be taking a trip to Hiroshima through Bowling Green State University to learn more about the atomic bomb and how we can work to make sure something like this never happens again.
Because of my focus on Japan I would like to teach others about the atrocity of the atomic bomb droppings. Once people are informed on how it affected the Japanese people they will see how horrific the bombs are. Ones that were once for the use may change once they know of the side effects it had on Japan. I do not believe that weapons such as these should exists. Neither do I want nuclear power to be used as a form of energy. Though many can counter argue that it builds jobs and is safe I think back to the accidents with nuclear power plants. We have seen what can happen with both Chernobyl and Fukushima. No one was trying to use these power plants as weapons. No, due to unfortunate circumstances the plants became radioactive and displaced civilians in the country. I find the nuclear bombs are one of the greatest threats to human security. All it takes is
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Their goal is ten million signatures and they currently have eight point three million. With my involvement I can bring this to the intention of my fellow Americans. We have not had a disaster like Ukraine or Japan has had in the past. But that does not mean it will not happen in the future. Japan can serve as a reminder to the American people of the dangers that the plants hold. Most of the United States has their power plants along the East Coast. A place where heavy snow storms and even hurricanes can ravage the land. In this current era we need to act now and prevent another cold war filled with

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