Oprah Winfrey

Later down the debate for our last remarks, I used my second claim to finish the debate. I argued the rags-to-riches stories, saying that many people have surpassed their circumstances and climb the social-economic ladder. I used evidence about Oprah Winfrey and Barack Obama to rebuttal the opponent claim on racial inequality. “There should be no excuse to why anybody else can’t make their way if they have hard work and dedication” were my last remarks. After the debate, the classroom judges…

Award for Best first book of fiction for his story collection “The Lone Ranger and Tonto Fistfight in Heaven “ in 1993 (The Famous People). Alexie also won the Lila Wallace-Reader’s Digest Writers’ Award. Alexie was also interviewed by Oprah herself on the Oprah Winfrey Show, Sherman Alexie has won the World Heavyweight Poetry Championship, has been labeled The New Yorker’s “Future of American Fiction “and most recently has won Circle of the Americas 2010 Lifetime Achievement Award for his…

that escape poverty are told of athletes and entertainers these stories should not be dismissed, but the majority of these stories barely explain the importance of education. Although Oprah Winfrey can be considered an entertainer as well her story is very powerful one that emphasis the importance of education. Winfrey who was born to a teenage mother in Kosciusko, Mississippi suffered through poverty the majority of her childhood experiencing the perils of parental neglect as well. Her story is…

Before Oprah Winfrey was born, her mom’s sister, Ida, decided to name her Orpah. Her name was found in a famous book called the Bible. The hospital Winfrey was born in spelled her name wrong on the birth certificate. When Oprah Winfrey was a young child, her Grandmother always encouraged her to be the best she could be. Winfrey’s grandmother had always read her different bible passages. One day, Winfrey decided to start memorizing scriptures with confidence. At the Kosciusko’s Baptist…

tumble are those who never mount the high wire. This is your moment. Own it.” Oprah Winfrey once said. Oprah is such an inspiration around the world because she has a painful childhood, a strong comeback, and an incredible finish. Oprah Gail Winfrey was born on the day of January 29 1954, in the city of Kosciusko, Mississippi. She was born to Vernon Winfrey and Vernita (unknown). Her parents were never married. Soon after Oprah was born, her parents split up and left her in the care of her…

A renowned writer, poet, dancer, singer, actor, friend, and Civil Rights activist, Maya Angelou was a prominent and undoubtedly successful figure throughout the second half of the twentieth century. With many successes throughout her lifetime, Angelou is known for her poem I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings as well as her contributions to the Civil Rights movement. However, many events and people contributed to Angelou’s works and art style. Commonly labeled as a “Renaissance Woman,” Maya Angelou…

Oprah Winfrey: A Woman Who Could “Failure is a great teacher. If you’re open to it every mistake has a lesson to offer,” (Winfrey). Oprah Winfrey, a common household name has swept the nation whether it’s was with her network, magazine, book club, or her TV show. Oprah Winfrey’s road to fame was a hard road to travel because there was many obstacles in her way. But as Oprah Winfrey discovered her true passion in life, there was not anyone stopping her from achieving it. Oprah Winfrey’s long road…

Society Queen Elizabeth the First and Oprah Winfrey are two very different people that have lived very different lives, however, they are also very similar in many ways. Both women have overcome unbelievable hardships in their lives, and both used their influence to improve society creating wonderful legacies that will continue to live on. Queen Elizabeth the First used her political influence, and position in the Monarchy to influence society of her time. Oprah Winfrey has a very strong media…

Which college are you attending? What degree are you going to be majoring in? What do you mean you're not going to college? These are questions all high school students are asked constantly. American society focuses on college like it’s a plague. “If you choose to attend a college, spectacular! If you don’t, you’re destroying your life.” That is how people today think of going to college. Personally, I will be attending college as the career I want to pursue requires a college education. That…

Imagine going from as little as nothing to a worldwide sensation. Oprah Winfrey has had this experience throughout her life, and has brought her to be the person she is today. Winfrey is a academy award-nominated actress, film producer, philanthropist, founder of successful the magazine O, and owns her own television and film studio and production company(Oprah Winfrey). Oprah Winfrey has impacted many people through television, movies, publications, and her philanthropic efforts despite her own…