It is sobering that shootings in the United States now go relatively unnoticed, other than a racially-charged shooting that makes it to the mainstream press, such as Trayvon Martin’s death or Renisha McBride’s death, or the deaths of children such as in Newtown, Connecticut. But even when these shootings take place and the inevitable dialogue about “what we could have done” … [Read more...] about One Nation Under Who?: No Touching My Gun. Or Marijuana. Or Gay Marriage.
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Girls on Film: The Writer’s Struggle
From media, teachers, friends, artists, etc., an "old" saying goes that theater is an actor's medium, film is a director's medium, and television is a writer's medium. And while television has been around and popular for decades, there seems to be a rise in television. This may be because of how accessible television is. You don't really have to leave even your bed to watch … [Read more...] about Girls on Film: The Writer’s Struggle
Mickey D’s and WMDs: Mint New Friends, They Are Gold
Make new friends but keep the old, one is silver and the other gold. The US is certainly seeking to mint some new friends and allies around the world. In an age where your economy depends on everyone else’s, and everyone else’s depends on yours, it is critical to look beyond your own immediate interests and foster success in others. Yesterday, it was announced that the US … [Read more...] about Mickey D’s and WMDs: Mint New Friends, They Are Gold
One Nation Under Who?: Voting on Other People’s Rights
Two decades ago, the Supreme Court of Hawaii decided on Baehr v. Miike, ruling that same-sex couples could not be discriminated against when trying to obtain a marriage license. Recently, Hawaii just passed a bill allowing for same-sex marriages in the state; the governor only has to sign the bill into law. Two decades ago, the ruling by the Supreme Court of Hawaii was met … [Read more...] about One Nation Under Who?: Voting on Other People’s Rights
Girls on Film: The Manic Pixie Dream Girl and the Mundane Male
When I decided I was going to write a blog about female representation in movies and television, I knew the manic pixie dream girl would make its way in there sometime. Many people feel this trope is unfair and sexist and that no actual woman is like that. And while I agree with this to an extent, I find the manic pixie dream girl interesting as a character. What exactly is … [Read more...] about Girls on Film: The Manic Pixie Dream Girl and the Mundane Male