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The difference between Muslims and Arabs; Muslims are a group of people who live by and teach the practices of the nation of Islam, a religious group with strong cultural beliefs, Arabs are a diverse group of people who migrated from Arabian countries, Schaefer, R, T. (2006). I think the confusion with the two are the looks, what the texts calls a blended identity (characteristic of Orientalism) many Muslim women because of their beliefs were clothing that covers their bodies the same as women in the Arab world. Muslim men wear kufis and long beards while Arabian men wear turbans and have facial hair as well. So this is where Orientalism came in to play. Since the physical aspect of both minority groups have not changed over time both minority groups have been categorized and labeled (those who will not conform). Characteristics of Orientalism according to Schaefer, mosques, the temples in which Muslims worship "do not represent religious freedom and diversity" so basica

The Effects of Global Warming       Global warming is the unnatural increase in the earth's temperature resulting from the increase in the “greenhouse” gases. The earth surface naturally cools itself at night as the ocean's temperatures decrease and winds blows to cool the earth surface in the areas where the sun isn't shining as the earth revolves. Humans possess the need to interrupt the natural balance of the earth and its environment by burning coals and oils in power plants and industrial plants. Also many household appliances, such as air conditioners and refrigerators aid in distributing gases that pollute our bodies and our environment. These power plants produce gases and chemicals, such as carbon dioxide and chlorofluorocarbons that infiltrate in to the air and when combined together they produce the greenhouse effect which works against the earths natural cooling system causing temperatures to increase in the ocean and on the earth's surface.       The

I got this email today from the President Barack Obama, such a humble man. He is truly the role model for all African American men. Time to stop being afraid of who and whose we are. Humble yourselves this isn't a prize given by the United States this prize was given because our president is rebuilding and creating relationships and opening lines of communication across the Global People. Get on the Global Grind. And it reads: Cristina -- This morning, Michelle and I awoke to some surprising and humbling news. At 6 a.m., we received word that I'd been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for 2009. To be honest, I do not feel that I deserve to be in the company of so many of the transformative figures who've been honored by this prize -- men and women who've inspired me and inspired the entire world through their courageous pursuit of peace. But I also know that throughout history the Nobel Peace Prize has not just been used to honor specific achievement; it's als

After reading up on murders of children that happened in the past two weeks alone, I am wondering how can we change this. I got several Tweets and updates from Kandi former member of the female singing group Escape. Her family has been hit with a tragedy that may have been intentional not to mention she is also remembering her brother who she lost in high school. I got a call this morning from Phillip O'Barry Academy just as I was leaving to take my son to school and the other end the recording said "hi parents we are calling to inform you of a death of one our students" this young man died Friday 10/2/2009 due to complications from an enlarged heart, he was on the wrestling team and an honor student. My, I send his parents my condolences. What can we do? Just recently a man was charged right here in North Carolina for kidnapping and molesting his two adopted daughters one of which was pregnant. What can we do people? Our community needs attention, our children are

Ladies and Gentlemen I got the Tweet from Wyclef Jean early this morning and couldn't believe my eyes. Yes President Obama has shocked them again!!! Had I been the presenter it would have gone a lil sumthin like this... Barack Obama wins Nobel Peace Prize Hello people they are rewriting the History books as WE SPEAK!!!! First African American President tell the people what he won!!! Somebody please tell the people what he has WON!!! (clears throat!!!) It's an Honor to present you with this NOBEL PEACE PRIZE!!! KING, President, Son of the Most High Barack Obama..... all the intellectuals pout as the CROWD goes WILD!!!!!!!! Here's a report from the Intellectuals: Committee says president gives world's people 'hope for a better future' updated 36 minutes ago OSLO, Norway - President Barack Obama won the 2009 Nobel Peace Prize on Friday for "his extraordinary efforts to strengthen international diplomacy and cooperation between peoples," the Norw

Even though affirmative action was designed to eliminate discrimination, affirmative action has become an effective tool in creating opportunities for minorities in Corporate America and in the Higher Education system. For years minorities have struggled for equality and acceptance in the “Land of Opportunity” and for years they have been barriers put in place to keep minorities “in their places”. However, President John F. Kennedy issued an Executive Order which created a Committee of Equal Opportunity in March 1961. This committee was created to “take affirmative action” and oversee federally funded projects that ensured companies hiring and employment practices were free from racial bias (Brunner, Borgna 2007). For centuries minorities have argued for equal opportunity in education and in Corporate America. Though it has taken time America always seem to come up with and plan to ensure that all of its citizens have equal opportunities and share equal rights. With the number of for

Not every man should want to be king. When unqualified men become king, they destroy everyone one way or another because of their ignorance, greed, or anger. Everyday they live with the fear that it will be exposed that they do not deserve to their wealth and do not really know how to rule.- Sistah Soujah Hello people it's me again ranting and raving about my experiences as a single mother. Well my son who is 14 has been having a heck of time trying to get an fair education it all began when he entered fifth grade. Well back in kindergarten, he was "labeled" learning disable by the North Carolina education system, which I believe is a bunch of Bullshit. But that's another blog he got this label because he very shy and quiet. I took him to the doctors when he was younger because he wouldn't talk he would just show me signs when he wanted things. Then one morning he woke he was around four he said clear as day "mom I want pancakes" I was half by awake en

Now if you have been reading my other blogs you will know that in the past three years I have come across some jealous and deceitful individuals who came together and conspired to bring me down by any means necessary . Who for no apparent reason hated me and they, if asked, could not give a valid reason why. They didn't and still don't know me. They'd probably say something like she was always smiling, often complimented others, seems very passionate and caring when it came to others. However since I was not miserable, serious and and never cracked a smile like them something had to be wrong with me. I, whose older and have more experience in the world than these sheltered, insecure, idle-minded beings who have no purpose. But since they came from what they considered educated backgrounds and had recently graduated college that automatically gave them a place above those who aren't college graduates. ( The statement I just made is a theory based on observation). Whi

Environmental sustainability is the preserving of the environment and its resources. Three things I do that may threaten environmental sustainability are not using energy saving light bulbs, I notice another classmate that says she sends her old magazines to the local library for resale, I don't recycle magazine and I sometimes through peppermints wrappers in the ground. Today my mom and I purchased energy saver light bulbs and I am going to start sending my old magazines to the local library if I have that option here in Charlotte. I am also going to be more attentive when eating peppermints and through the wrappers in the trash can as oppose to littering. I guess I might be included in that generation you mentioned because couldn't imagine life without A/C or electricity. I do have a story that has made me learn to appreciate the environment,s natural resources. I grew up in Miami, Fl. I remember Hurricane Andrew came the end of summer '93 just before I began my twelf

The proportion of African Americans in the community does not equal those in political offices. Reason being many are not informed. I do believe that it is some people's job to ensure they aren't informed. I volunteer for a campaign here in Charlotte, NC the candidate I am volunteering for name is Anthony Foxx he is African American, he is from Charlotte he graduated from a predominantly African American high school here in Charlotte and he is running for mayor. When I go out in public I tell people vote for Anthony Foxx most times the response is "who?" many don't know who he is. Why is this I wonder? People just are not informed in certain communities nor do they take the time to research or many don't really want to hear unless they are interested in something I have to offer. I also find that many don't care and I am becoming one of those. I was promoting this bank here in Charlotte for a community reinvestment that a Warren Ballentine “the pe

Labels have been in existence since Jesus walked the Earth Matthew 19:12 Jesus speaks to his disciples about eunuchs. For there are some eunuchs, which were so born from their mother's womb: and there are some eunuchs, which were made eunuchs of men: and there be eunuchs, which have made themselves eunuchs for the kingdom of heaven's sake. He that is able to receive it, let him receive it. Before I move on with this blog I want to define eunuch. Eunuch:(pronounced /ˈjuːnək/) is a castrated man, in particular one castrated early enough to have major hormonal consequences; the term usually refers to those castrated in order to perform a specific social function, as was common in many societies of the past. The earliest records for intentional castration to produce eunuchs are from the Sumerian city of Lagash in the twenty first century BC.[1][2] Over the millennia since, they have performed a wide variety of functions in many different cultures such as: courtiers or equivale

I am a big fan of keeping up with the Kardashians. Tonight's episode struck me in so many ways. Khloe was having issues with her weight and of course the jealous and envious people who have nothing to do but hide behind their insults on the internet, said some pretty hurtful things in a blog. Well Khloe received a call from PETA to do an nude ad protesting fur. Khloe was a bit apprehensive about doing the ad because she was having weight issues. So sad that in this world we live in "we compare ourselves amongst ourselves". Which keeps us always trying to fit into a standard. Well at least what society considers "the standard" Khloe is always being compare to her sisters Kim and Kourtney which is so not fair because each of them are beautiful in their own way. So Khloe goes and speaks with Bruce Jenner her stepfather. Seeking advice when she told him about the ad. He responded by saying "that's good but don't you think you should lose a fe

I told the professor I wasn't going to respond to any of more on this DQ but I must let you know I am not the one that needs counseling. The people who need counseling are those who had negative intentions. Sorry you feel that way regarding black men. Can I ask you thins who is actually leading black men down the wrong path. That's how the powers that be want us to think. We are not putting ourselves in jail. I sat here the other night watching my son chat on myspace and if you read what I wrote about Terrorism and Cyber crimes you'd see that the IT company I work with in Tallahassee commits cyber crimes daily. My son's father was using another little boys account chatting with my son telling him he is going to make sure he goes to jail because he doesn't want to pay child support. However did you know that jails and prisons were built for black men. Also take an assessment of your surroundings please. There is nothing wrong with me, I find that so ironic when shari