The internet has been around for decades now and almost half a century in the form of an idea for many more. The purpose and function of the internet is also debated regarding how it is used. The internet is seen by some as merely a tool for use. While others see as their livelihood as demonstrated by e-businesses they trade solely through the internet. This essay will examine a question that encompasses the purpose and function. The idea of whether or not the internet is a new medium is both…
In “The Playboy Interview” Marshall McLuhan says: “all media…are extension of man that cause deep and lasting changes in him and transform his environment”. The media represents a major and primary form of communication. It has a more negative impact on humankind than a positive one because it causes people to become more distant and divides societies. That division leads to more serious issues, such as discrimination, amongst people. The media, or social media to be more specific, is a key…
Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall stated in the 1974 Supreme Court Case Procunier v. Martinez, “ The First Amendment serves not only the needs of the polity but also those of the human spirit- a spirit that demands self-expression.” (Smolla 615) Being the first African-American on the Supreme Court, Justice Thurgood Marshall knows himself, what it feels like for people to offend and insult you because of your race. Although, it was not easy for Justice Thurgood Marshall, he proved others…
The Necessary and Proper Clause: Is it Someone’s Opinion or What is Good for America? Throughout the history of America, a plethora of cases have passed through every court in the nation. Some cases arrive at a conclusion without needing the supervision of higher courts, but other cases make a statement that will resonate through similar cases in years to come. Once a court declares something legal or illegal, it becomes the standard against which another like case is compared. For this reason,…
“meatpacking plants, factories, power plants, and traffic jams mean development and paid employment. A fried chicken fast-food chain used to show videos of mechanized chicken-gutting operations inside its stores…represented cleanliness and modernity” (Marshall, pg. 131). Because people seen this as a development, they forget to think about the consequences. In a way, people from around the world share a commonality of wanting to have a luxurious life as well as individualism, freedom and…
The Marshall Island sits on average 2 meters above sea level, and add to it the island is bowl shaped being at a lower level the closer to the middle of the island. So with the rising sea levels from global warming, the island is at a major risk for disappearing…
“Gene Ammons: 'The Jug'.” NPR, NPR, 20 Feb. 2008, www.npr.org/2008/02/20/ 19172123 /gene-ammons-the-jug. Web. 6 Nov. 2017. This piece of writing is about Gene “The Jug” Ammons, another remarkable musician from Chicago. Ammons would learn his trade from both his parents, high band teacher, and others. Ammons like other various musicians, would be set back by his drug arrest and convictions. A two year prison sentence followed by a seven year stint in prison. Although, he would follow up these…
THBT the media puts too much pressure on young women In today’s society, the idea of self-perfection is one that arises as the answer to many of our current problems, specifically those of our younger demographic. The irresponsible and unethical actions performed and displayed by this group are often linked to the supposed negativity that the media of today publicizes. However, when clearly analyzed, these so-called “destructive messages” are simply a product of our biased perceptions within…
Crime happens all over the world yet it is interpreted in many different ways. There are so many different factors that make up crime, and those factors vary depending on where in the world you live. One major factor, in the United States at least, is the mass media. In this new day and age the media seems to know everything, and has no qualms with sharing that information with whoever is listening. Either that, or they don’t mind going and making it seem as if crime isn’t something that people…
With “2.9 televisions, 1.8 VCR’s, 3.1 radios, 2.6 tape player, 2.1 CD players, 1.4 video game players, and one television” it is common that most Americans get their news, and information from the media. In today’s world, escaping media has come close to impossible. In his article “Supersaturation, or, The Media Torrent and Disposable Feeling,” Gitlin states that many children, especially those who live in low income households, spend extensive amounts of time in front of the TV. The influence…