http://www.csmonitor.com/USA/Society/2011/1028/Obama-s-illegal-immigrant-crackdown-fills-prisons-with-Hispanics
In this article, the writer Patik Jonsson touches on the issue of race through the greater sphere of the problem of illegal immigration. Jonsson has focused the bulk of his article on the specific effects felt by Hispanics on the recent crackdown on illegal immigrants. Like many other columnists, he utilizes a flurry of statistics to help show the unfortunate situation. His research and interviews revealed the Hispanic community was suffering. He analyzes this unsettling reality through a variety of contexts and comes to the conclusion that a process of "racial profiling" has been operating under the red tape of recent immigration legislation. With an effective use of quotes and dialogue from those that he had interviewed, he is able to create a necessity. The necessity for a great change in legislation that would approach this issue from a more balanced and moderate perspective.
Sunday, October 30, 2011
How far is too far? The opposition to strict immigration laws makes their case:
http://www.statesman.com/opinion/alabama-says-no-to-illegal-immigrants-1895863.html?cxtype=rss_opinion%20ForceRecrawl:%201
In this piece, syndicated columnist Esther Cepeda has some issues with recent anti-illegal immigration legislation. In this column, she cites legislation passed in Alabama and draws on recent statistics as the bulk of her support. The legislation that she is strongly against has brought about a crackdown on illegal immigrants, detaining many and deporting others back across the border. What she focuses on are the children stuck in the middle of this situation. She provides statistics that over the last few months, "over 2000 children have been missing from school", meant to draw sympathy. She then asks "But is it wrong that Alabama is sending clear messages to its illegal immigrant population about the ramifications of their choices?", a rhetorical question meant to withdraw further sympathy from her audience as no one wants to see children suffer. She then claims that the American dream is not being provided for these poor children that are going through extraordinarily difficult times. Cepeda then criticizes what she believes to be the process of "racial profiling" that is relentless and "lacks compassion". To her, this is a "fear campaign" meant to make conditions impossible for aspiring and innocent young children. She proposes radical amendments to the Alabama legislation. By fabricating a feeling of sympathy and presenting her arguments through this sympathy she is able to draw support for her call for social equality and opportunity for all.
In this piece, syndicated columnist Esther Cepeda has some issues with recent anti-illegal immigration legislation. In this column, she cites legislation passed in Alabama and draws on recent statistics as the bulk of her support. The legislation that she is strongly against has brought about a crackdown on illegal immigrants, detaining many and deporting others back across the border. What she focuses on are the children stuck in the middle of this situation. She provides statistics that over the last few months, "over 2000 children have been missing from school", meant to draw sympathy. She then asks "But is it wrong that Alabama is sending clear messages to its illegal immigrant population about the ramifications of their choices?", a rhetorical question meant to withdraw further sympathy from her audience as no one wants to see children suffer. She then claims that the American dream is not being provided for these poor children that are going through extraordinarily difficult times. Cepeda then criticizes what she believes to be the process of "racial profiling" that is relentless and "lacks compassion". To her, this is a "fear campaign" meant to make conditions impossible for aspiring and innocent young children. She proposes radical amendments to the Alabama legislation. By fabricating a feeling of sympathy and presenting her arguments through this sympathy she is able to draw support for her call for social equality and opportunity for all.
Can cracking down on Illegal Immigration have unintended concequences ?
http://www.ksl.com/?nid=148&sid=17807432&s_cid=rss-148
Illegal immigration is seen as a key reason for the growing unemployment problems in the US. Some argue that illegals take the jobs of potential American workers and damage our economy. Indeed, these arguments hold some veracity, but does cracking down on illegal immigration have its own problems? Candice Madsen, a syndicated columnist working with channel 5 Utah (KSL), would suggest so. She examines this issue through the context of the American Agriculture Industry. From the sale of produce and goods to the labor required to do work, it plays an integral role in our economy. After interviews with the local farmers and observing trends, she found out the unfortunate truth. Despite over minimum wage job opportunities and high unemployment, farmers are suffering from a lack of labor resources. Since illegal immigrants, the base of labor in the agricultural industry have been removed, the farmers have been forced to navigate impossible government regulations and processes in order to find alternate sources for labor. What Madsen is suggesting is that the labor for these types of jobs simply will not come from unemployed Americans. Many have college degrees and are searching for higher end stable jobs. She argues, however, foreigners are more then willing to find opportunity and to take on these jobs and in the end she concludes that these new harsh policies on illegal immigrants need to be reconsidered. Madsen gains credibility by conducting several interviews and including the dialogue from those she spoke to. By constructing this feeling of desperation of the farmers, through dialogue and diction choices, she is able to fabricate and need for change.
Illegal immigration is seen as a key reason for the growing unemployment problems in the US. Some argue that illegals take the jobs of potential American workers and damage our economy. Indeed, these arguments hold some veracity, but does cracking down on illegal immigration have its own problems? Candice Madsen, a syndicated columnist working with channel 5 Utah (KSL), would suggest so. She examines this issue through the context of the American Agriculture Industry. From the sale of produce and goods to the labor required to do work, it plays an integral role in our economy. After interviews with the local farmers and observing trends, she found out the unfortunate truth. Despite over minimum wage job opportunities and high unemployment, farmers are suffering from a lack of labor resources. Since illegal immigrants, the base of labor in the agricultural industry have been removed, the farmers have been forced to navigate impossible government regulations and processes in order to find alternate sources for labor. What Madsen is suggesting is that the labor for these types of jobs simply will not come from unemployed Americans. Many have college degrees and are searching for higher end stable jobs. She argues, however, foreigners are more then willing to find opportunity and to take on these jobs and in the end she concludes that these new harsh policies on illegal immigrants need to be reconsidered. Madsen gains credibility by conducting several interviews and including the dialogue from those she spoke to. By constructing this feeling of desperation of the farmers, through dialogue and diction choices, she is able to fabricate and need for change.
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Columnists Ahoy! - Illegal Immigration (Take 2)
http://www2.highlandstoday.com/content/2011/oct/19/LRNEWSO5-immigration-law-should-be-a-federal-not-a/
In this commentary, the columnist approaches the very controversial issue of state vs federal government authority through the context of illegal immigration. At the beginning of the article, the columnist acknowledges this issue and explains the potential ramifications if a concrete policy is not enforced and this is what leads him to his argument. He cites recently passed "anti-immigration" policy passed in Alabama and begins to dissect its details. After examining the situation on the ground, he then leads off into the effects this state policy will have on other states in the region. In the end, he establishes that an inconsistent stance on immigration held by individual states is a problem and is ineffective. He suggests that the federal government develop a firm stance on this issue and we "end piecemeal legislation."
The obvious flaw in his argument can be found in the relative inability of the federal government to pass any concrete laws whatsoever, let alone the proposals he calls for. The topic of illegal immigration is one that is largely personal and unique for certain people and areas. Some benefit by having easier integration and citizenship policies while others deal with the terrible conditions that go hand in hand. It is because of these mixed emotions that legislation on state and local levels are the most appropriate means of confronting this problem. More individual representation and more strength in the voice of the American people.
In this commentary, the columnist approaches the very controversial issue of state vs federal government authority through the context of illegal immigration. At the beginning of the article, the columnist acknowledges this issue and explains the potential ramifications if a concrete policy is not enforced and this is what leads him to his argument. He cites recently passed "anti-immigration" policy passed in Alabama and begins to dissect its details. After examining the situation on the ground, he then leads off into the effects this state policy will have on other states in the region. In the end, he establishes that an inconsistent stance on immigration held by individual states is a problem and is ineffective. He suggests that the federal government develop a firm stance on this issue and we "end piecemeal legislation."
The obvious flaw in his argument can be found in the relative inability of the federal government to pass any concrete laws whatsoever, let alone the proposals he calls for. The topic of illegal immigration is one that is largely personal and unique for certain people and areas. Some benefit by having easier integration and citizenship policies while others deal with the terrible conditions that go hand in hand. It is because of these mixed emotions that legislation on state and local levels are the most appropriate means of confronting this problem. More individual representation and more strength in the voice of the American people.
Thursday, October 13, 2011
Columnists Ahoy! - Illegal Immigration (Take 1)
http://townhall.com/columnists/johnhawkins/2011/09
/20/how_to_fix_our_illegal_immigration_problem_in_5_steps/page/full/
In this column, Mr. Hawkins takes on the very controversial matter of illegal immigration in a very balanced approach. In this article he cites 5 key factors that he believes can end this issue once and for all. This includes implementation of both physical and technological barriers that will ensure that no illegals are able to cross the border. However, while suggesting increased barriers, he also believes that a more effective visa application program would help end the issue as more immigrants would seek to use this benefit and enter legally in the process. Hawkins is able to convey is message through a series of effective rhetorical questions and a concrete issue, cause, effect, solution organization.
In the end, Hawkins touched on the political reality of this issue and that certain positions on illegal immigration may have great benefits for a party for office. It is obvious that he wants an end to this crisis and he wants to ensure that all law abiding people can live in the US through a legal process, yet he is weary of the role politics plays in the matter.
/20/how_to_fix_our_illegal_immigration_problem_in_5_steps/page/full/
In this column, Mr. Hawkins takes on the very controversial matter of illegal immigration in a very balanced approach. In this article he cites 5 key factors that he believes can end this issue once and for all. This includes implementation of both physical and technological barriers that will ensure that no illegals are able to cross the border. However, while suggesting increased barriers, he also believes that a more effective visa application program would help end the issue as more immigrants would seek to use this benefit and enter legally in the process. Hawkins is able to convey is message through a series of effective rhetorical questions and a concrete issue, cause, effect, solution organization.
In the end, Hawkins touched on the political reality of this issue and that certain positions on illegal immigration may have great benefits for a party for office. It is obvious that he wants an end to this crisis and he wants to ensure that all law abiding people can live in the US through a legal process, yet he is weary of the role politics plays in the matter.
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
News You Can Use II - Unrest in the Middle East
Article:
http://www.foxnews.com/world/2011/09/20/pro-regime-forces-protesters-clash-in-third-day-violence/
In the wake of the recent Libyan and Egyptian revolutions, the "Arab Spring" has brought scoial and political unrest to Yemen. The president of Yemen, President Ali Abdullah Saleh, has responded to protests with a violent crackdown. Recently, the government ordered a mortar strike on a group of protestors, killing six. This has increased the death toll in Yemen since last Sunday to 60 and its has escalated tensions in the region. The main question that this issue presents is what role the United States and the UN play. There is no doubt that they have been inconsistant when they determine to intervene, recently mobilizing in Libya but leaving out the "liberation" of other countries like Bahrain and Yemen. While the Yemenese people are in fear of both Us airstrikes targeting certain terrorist groups in Yemen, it also has to keep a weary eye on its own "government".
Editorial:
http://www.guardian.co.uk/commentisfree/2011/sep/19/yemen-unfinished-business-editorial
This editorial brings in the all important issue with recent cooperation between Yemense and US armed forces to help elimante domestic al Queada branches. These are the same Yemense forces who are said to be carrying out the deadly will of Yemen's president. The author of the editorial believes that it is in US interests to continue to cooperate with the stabilizing force in the region, the standing government, to help with its overall war on terror and "mission" of spreading the ideals of peace and liberty to those in need.
Photo Analysis:
http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/middle-east-live/2011/sep/20/yemen-libya-middle-east-live-updates
Here the bloodied hands of Yemenese women are shown after they helped wounded people along the streets find saftey. The image focuses on the chaos and desperation of the scene and the background, and the close on the hands shows that blood has ben spilled. The feeling of desperation is expertly conveyed through this image.
http://www.foxnews.com/world/2011/09/20/pro-regime-forces-protesters-clash-in-third-day-violence/
In the wake of the recent Libyan and Egyptian revolutions, the "Arab Spring" has brought scoial and political unrest to Yemen. The president of Yemen, President Ali Abdullah Saleh, has responded to protests with a violent crackdown. Recently, the government ordered a mortar strike on a group of protestors, killing six. This has increased the death toll in Yemen since last Sunday to 60 and its has escalated tensions in the region. The main question that this issue presents is what role the United States and the UN play. There is no doubt that they have been inconsistant when they determine to intervene, recently mobilizing in Libya but leaving out the "liberation" of other countries like Bahrain and Yemen. While the Yemenese people are in fear of both Us airstrikes targeting certain terrorist groups in Yemen, it also has to keep a weary eye on its own "government".
Editorial:
http://www.guardian.co.uk/commentisfree/2011/sep/19/yemen-unfinished-business-editorial
This editorial brings in the all important issue with recent cooperation between Yemense and US armed forces to help elimante domestic al Queada branches. These are the same Yemense forces who are said to be carrying out the deadly will of Yemen's president. The author of the editorial believes that it is in US interests to continue to cooperate with the stabilizing force in the region, the standing government, to help with its overall war on terror and "mission" of spreading the ideals of peace and liberty to those in need.
Photo Analysis:
http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/middle-east-live/2011/sep/20/yemen-libya-middle-east-live-updates
Here the bloodied hands of Yemenese women are shown after they helped wounded people along the streets find saftey. The image focuses on the chaos and desperation of the scene and the background, and the close on the hands shows that blood has ben spilled. The feeling of desperation is expertly conveyed through this image.
Monday, September 12, 2011
News You Can Use! - Editorial
http://facebookreporter1389.wordpress.com/2011/09/08/serbs-in-northern-kosovo-unblock-roads-2/
After checking the sources and reading the text, this is obviously an analysis by a pro-Serbian group. In the analysis, their major points included but were not limited to the following:
-Kosovo has no real or recognized authority and any laws or regulations enacted by the "Republic of Kosovo" is faux
-Ethnic Albanians instigated the violence after Kosovar authorities deployed special police forces in efforts to gain control over Serbian held checkpoints
-The international community should condemn these unilateral and premature actions committed by the "Republic of Kosovo" and hold them accountable for all related consequences.
After checking the sources and reading the text, this is obviously an analysis by a pro-Serbian group. In the analysis, their major points included but were not limited to the following:
-Kosovo has no real or recognized authority and any laws or regulations enacted by the "Republic of Kosovo" is faux
-Ethnic Albanians instigated the violence after Kosovar authorities deployed special police forces in efforts to gain control over Serbian held checkpoints
-The international community should condemn these unilateral and premature actions committed by the "Republic of Kosovo" and hold them accountable for all related consequences.
News You Can Use! - Photo Analysis
http://www.acus.org/natosource/nato-north-kosovo-withdraws-serb-roadblock
Context: This image shows one of the many roadblocks set up by ethnic Serbs to halt NATO/KFOR troops and Special Kosovar Police forces from reaching the checkpoints.
Photo Analysis:In the foreground of this image two shadowed Nato troops stare at an enormous roadblock set up by ethnic Serbs only meters away from them. The soldiers appear dark and shadowed because that portrays the Serbian perspective on the situation. Serbs believe that NATO and the "west" are in a constant unified effort to minimize them; financially, culturally, and politically. They represent the dark force always opposing them. In the background, in between the two troops, we can see a mass of people waving their banner proudly. Despite these troops, covered in armor and weapons ready, the Serbs proudly resist. They remain strong and unified in the interest of their culture and people.
Context: This image shows one of the many roadblocks set up by ethnic Serbs to halt NATO/KFOR troops and Special Kosovar Police forces from reaching the checkpoints.
Photo Analysis:In the foreground of this image two shadowed Nato troops stare at an enormous roadblock set up by ethnic Serbs only meters away from them. The soldiers appear dark and shadowed because that portrays the Serbian perspective on the situation. Serbs believe that NATO and the "west" are in a constant unified effort to minimize them; financially, culturally, and politically. They represent the dark force always opposing them. In the background, in between the two troops, we can see a mass of people waving their banner proudly. Despite these troops, covered in armor and weapons ready, the Serbs proudly resist. They remain strong and unified in the interest of their culture and people.
News You Can Use!-Serbia shows sympathy for Kosovo amid EU talks
Original article: http://euobserver.com/15/113573
With recent tensions dying down, talks between Serbia and Kosovo are fragile and ongoing. Tensions escalated near the border when the prime minister of Kosovo, Hashim Thaci, decided to destabilize the peace in the region and place Kosovar (Albanians from Kosovo) customs officials in border posts originally occupied, and mutually agreed upon, ethnic Serbs. Kosovo has not been able to have any real authority in this region as the northern part of Kosovo, where this incident occurred, has a great ethnic Serb majority who do not support the Albanian unilateral declaration of independence. As a comprise achieved through talks, however, the Serbs allowed to set a boundary line that would have to be attended by ethnic Serbian personnel, and respond to the local Serbian governments in North Kosovo. While exterior matters triggered a halt in trade between both regions, the Northern part of Kosovo would not respond to Pristina's (the capital of Kosovo) demands and so sparked a series of roadblocks, deploying of Nato troops and personnel, and casualties. While the true reasons for this deliberate, unilateral move remain unclear, the situation is becoming more stable thanks to foreign support and the renewed talks between Serbia and Kosovo that aim to bring some sort of peace to the region.
With recent tensions dying down, talks between Serbia and Kosovo are fragile and ongoing. Tensions escalated near the border when the prime minister of Kosovo, Hashim Thaci, decided to destabilize the peace in the region and place Kosovar (Albanians from Kosovo) customs officials in border posts originally occupied, and mutually agreed upon, ethnic Serbs. Kosovo has not been able to have any real authority in this region as the northern part of Kosovo, where this incident occurred, has a great ethnic Serb majority who do not support the Albanian unilateral declaration of independence. As a comprise achieved through talks, however, the Serbs allowed to set a boundary line that would have to be attended by ethnic Serbian personnel, and respond to the local Serbian governments in North Kosovo. While exterior matters triggered a halt in trade between both regions, the Northern part of Kosovo would not respond to Pristina's (the capital of Kosovo) demands and so sparked a series of roadblocks, deploying of Nato troops and personnel, and casualties. While the true reasons for this deliberate, unilateral move remain unclear, the situation is becoming more stable thanks to foreign support and the renewed talks between Serbia and Kosovo that aim to bring some sort of peace to the region.
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