According to MSNBC Republican presidential candidate John McCain has called fellow Americans “A nation of whiners” when discussing the current housing crisis. During an interview with Politico back in August McCain could not even recall how many houses his wife and himself own. It was later released that the McCain’s own a total of seven homes across America.
Website, Prosebeforehos has recorded Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama is worth 25 times more than the average American household. Even with this being true Obama still has the lowest assets of all candidates.
Six Quinnipiac students were informed about the total assets of both McCain and Obama. The students were then asked if the knowledge of these assets and would affect their vote come election time. Four out of the six said no.
Junior, Samantha Bastoni said “Considering the economic situation that our country is presently in McCain should not be calling Americans a nation of whiners. The number of houses he has will not affect my voting. However, his view of American citizens will.”
Students felt stronger about McCain’s view of the public rather than his personal assets. According to the students Obama’s possession of significantly less assets would not affect their vote either.
Tristan Blank, junior at the university, said “It doesn’t matter whether Obama has less or more assets than McCain, what matters is how they plan on bettering our economy.”
Not all students felt this way. Junior Laura Murphy said her vote would be affected by the assets of the candidates. “Not knowing how many houses you have is ridiculous. Even though being wealthy and being able to manage money well shouldn’t affect my views of the candidates, it does. How do you expect to run a country if you can’t even keep track of your houses?”
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
Rock the Vote
“Options are the fruit of life. Take advantage of them” were the parting words of Cyrus, a participant from the Real World Boston as he closed the event Rock the Vote last Friday at Quinnipiac University. Rock the Vote is an MTV run event hosted on college campuses nationwide.
The event takes place during election years. Its purpose is to encourage college students to get involved in political issues, and understand the importance of voting. This year’s representatives, Brooke and Cyrus have been traveling the country to numerous college campuses to spread the word of how important voting really is.
Rock the Vote is not just about the significance of the right to vote, instead it is a way for college students to not only educate themselves, but interactively share their opinions on crucial political issues. A question and answer portion of the event allows students to introduce a certain political issue, and then discuss with the two reality stars all their feelings on the topic. Rather than a lecture, Rock the Vote is a debate between college students and the hosts.
Brooke and Cyrus also got a chance to talk about their issues of importance, some of which include healthcare, economy, and the environment. By at first stating their fears and concerns about these issues, the two opened the floor to the students who openly stated their views on the topics as well.
Altogether the event was a success. The turnout was surprising for the University, being that Quinnipiac is the second most apathetic college campus in America according to the Princeton Review. The students who feel strongly about political concerns and who truly want to educate themselves made it a point to attend, participate, learn, and most importantly be a part of something.
The event takes place during election years. Its purpose is to encourage college students to get involved in political issues, and understand the importance of voting. This year’s representatives, Brooke and Cyrus have been traveling the country to numerous college campuses to spread the word of how important voting really is.
Rock the Vote is not just about the significance of the right to vote, instead it is a way for college students to not only educate themselves, but interactively share their opinions on crucial political issues. A question and answer portion of the event allows students to introduce a certain political issue, and then discuss with the two reality stars all their feelings on the topic. Rather than a lecture, Rock the Vote is a debate between college students and the hosts.
Brooke and Cyrus also got a chance to talk about their issues of importance, some of which include healthcare, economy, and the environment. By at first stating their fears and concerns about these issues, the two opened the floor to the students who openly stated their views on the topics as well.
Altogether the event was a success. The turnout was surprising for the University, being that Quinnipiac is the second most apathetic college campus in America according to the Princeton Review. The students who feel strongly about political concerns and who truly want to educate themselves made it a point to attend, participate, learn, and most importantly be a part of something.
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
Lost Remote -- Facebook
The facebook blog on Lostremote.com I feel makes a very valid point. The blogger is discussing a recent change in the website design of a popular networking site, Facebook. He is saying that although everyone is agaisnt change, it is out of their control. And also, that in the long run, it is just a website, not life or death. Those who continue to complain and rally against "the new facebook" are simply wasting their time on something so menial. I like this blog for another reason as well, I believe that it portrays a good essence of what a blog should be. It is a public personal opinion. It is like an online diary, this blogger mainly states what is on his mind and what has annoyed him in a way. It allows viewers to read his opinion, and interact with him about it.
Tuesday, September 16, 2008
CTWebBlog. com
CTWebblogs.com
I took a particular liking to the website ctwebblogs.com for starters because the colors attracted my interest. Although this a very small part of a website I feel it is important for the site to be attractive and the colors draw my attention. I also feel that this website brings personality in that it is directed mainly towards the state of Connecticut. It brings it to a local level allowing viewers to see what others are saying in their state. The website also includes some national news on a local level which I feel is very important. It ranges from blogs about the UConn huskies to stories that we published in the NY Times. As much as people are concerned with what is happening nationally they are more concerned with what national aspects will affect them personally. Also, the site includes other aspects that are not just primarily about the news. It allows people to read about certain things that may not be of national concern, such as someone’s experience with a new job. I feel that this is important because it adds a personal touch allowing the viewer to reference the website for advice from fellow peers as well. The site is easy to follow with its bright orange headlines. These pop out of the screen allowing the viewer to easily find the article they are interested in.
I took a particular liking to the website ctwebblogs.com for starters because the colors attracted my interest. Although this a very small part of a website I feel it is important for the site to be attractive and the colors draw my attention. I also feel that this website brings personality in that it is directed mainly towards the state of Connecticut. It brings it to a local level allowing viewers to see what others are saying in their state. The website also includes some national news on a local level which I feel is very important. It ranges from blogs about the UConn huskies to stories that we published in the NY Times. As much as people are concerned with what is happening nationally they are more concerned with what national aspects will affect them personally. Also, the site includes other aspects that are not just primarily about the news. It allows people to read about certain things that may not be of national concern, such as someone’s experience with a new job. I feel that this is important because it adds a personal touch allowing the viewer to reference the website for advice from fellow peers as well. The site is easy to follow with its bright orange headlines. These pop out of the screen allowing the viewer to easily find the article they are interested in.
Federal Defense of Marriage Act and its Influence on College Students
According to Foxnews.com More than two-thirds of people under 35 favor recognition for gay marriage. Republican presidential candidate John McCain stated his position that he supports the Federal Defense of Marriage Act(thomas.loc.gov/cgi-bin/query/z?c104:H.R.3396.ENR:), which allows for the denial of federal recognition of same-sex marriages by the state.
When eight Quinnipiac University students were asked if McCain’s support of this act would affect their decision, the majority said yes. All but two students agreed that McCain’s support for the act would influence their vote. Junior, at Quinnipiac University said “I think that it is completely unfair and prejudice of anyone to try and deny federal funding to same sex couples. It has no effect on anyone outside of the two people who want to get married and no one should be able to tell them what they can and cannot do. McCain’s support for this act will definitely have an influence on my vote.”
Not everyone interviewed felt the same way. Junior Matt Tremper said “Although I feel that the act is unfair and no one should be denied of their rights, it will not influence my vote, there are many more important issues and this one just doesn’t affect me.”
This issue does affect college students like Tammi Bencivenga, junior at the university. She said “I have a gay cousin and I want him to be able to enjoy the same freedoms that everyone else does. It is unfair to deny him funding because of how he chooses to live his life. By McCain supporting this act he is saying to me that gay couples don’t deserve equal rights.”
When eight Quinnipiac University students were asked if McCain’s support of this act would affect their decision, the majority said yes. All but two students agreed that McCain’s support for the act would influence their vote. Junior, at Quinnipiac University said “I think that it is completely unfair and prejudice of anyone to try and deny federal funding to same sex couples. It has no effect on anyone outside of the two people who want to get married and no one should be able to tell them what they can and cannot do. McCain’s support for this act will definitely have an influence on my vote.”
Not everyone interviewed felt the same way. Junior Matt Tremper said “Although I feel that the act is unfair and no one should be denied of their rights, it will not influence my vote, there are many more important issues and this one just doesn’t affect me.”
This issue does affect college students like Tammi Bencivenga, junior at the university. She said “I have a gay cousin and I want him to be able to enjoy the same freedoms that everyone else does. It is unfair to deny him funding because of how he chooses to live his life. By McCain supporting this act he is saying to me that gay couples don’t deserve equal rights.”
Tuesday, September 9, 2008
Monday, September 8, 2008
Obama vs McCain on Gay Marraige
With the upcoming presidential election just around the corner, American citizens are weighing the “Pro’s and Con’s” of both candidates. For most the decision is made based upon which issue is most important to them. Whether the topic is social security, health care, or abortion, the candidate with whom you most agree is the one you wish to see in office. For same sex couples, their topic of concern is gay marriage, a continuous battle homosexuals have been fighting for quite some time. Luckily there have been many advances in state legislation to legalize gay marriage and all of its entities. Carol Buckheit, a representative for Love Makes a Family, an organization located in Hartford, CT says “In our view, treating same-sex couples differently under the law is unconstitutional. We are calling on our courts and legislators to give these couples equal protection under the law.” Republican candidate Senator McCain’s position on the issue is not so accepting. Although he does not believe that a ban on gay marriage should be a constitutional amendment, he also feels that same sex couples should not reap the same benefits as a traditional marriage. However, opposing Democratic candidate Senator Obama, believes same sex marriages, should receive the same rights as those who are traditionally married. Carol Buckheit, when asked in general terms which candidate had a more fair position she says, “Senator Obama’s position on equality for homosexuals is more supportive than Senator McCain’s. Senator Obama supports benefits and protections for same-sex couples and a fully-inclusive Employment Non-Discrimination Act. He also opposes the federal marriage amendment and bans on adoption for homosexuals. Senator McCain does not support many of these things.” So for those who are planning a same-sex lifestyle the choice is obvious.
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