The DREAM Act has not been without critics. Many critics think the DREAM Act will translate to amnesty for people who illegally enter this country (Rivera; Barron). Others claim it will increase crime or other illegal activities (Rivera; Mahoney; Barron; Kim), though there is not much compelling evidence for that claim (Perez). Many critics claim that the influx of immigrants will burden America’s economy as these illegal immigrants take advantage of public assistance (Mahoney; Barron). These individuals…
across the United States to take many of their high school courses at a college level stature. At the end of each course, students then take comprehensive exams to test their knowledge in order to earn college credit. While there are those who contend that the AP program has some positive aspects, many people would argue that this program does more harm than good for students. According to David W. Oxtoby, president of Pomona College, the truth about advanced placement courses is that taking such courses…
Compensation A big star in college and an icon during the years of the "Fab Five" superstar power forward Chris Webber was walking with a friend and asked to borrow gas money when he saw a Michigan jersey with his name and number on it selling for $75 and said to his friend "That money is going to go to someone somewhere but I have to beg for food and gas money" he declared for the NBA draft the following week. This isn't the only instance where a very popular college athlete feels they should receive…