Today we reviewed They Say (19) and shared responses orally on the chapter and what each of us annotated.
Homework is to complete Exercise 2 (41), post and bring a copy to class to hand in. I'd like students to post the They Say, I Say, assignments and give me a copy to check off and where appropriate comment.
Give me copies of the previous They Say exercises as well. Students can bundle them and turn in on Thursday when we meet in A-232. I only want They Say exercises, not all cyber-assignments.
Post Exercise 2 (41) , here. The article referenced is in the section of the book called "readings."
Post Exercise 2 (41) , here. The article referenced is in the section of the book called "readings."
Students also shared their arguments with each other and their answers to Exercise 1 (40). We will share the answers to Exercise 2 on Thursday, Feb. 9 (Kathleen's birthday).
Read Section 2 in Mighty. We will probably complete the book next week. Start thinking about essay topics and questions you'd like to explore. I often let students articulate their essay questions; however, I ask the class for input.
Read Section 2 in Mighty. We will probably complete the book next week. Start thinking about essay topics and questions you'd like to explore. I often let students articulate their essay questions; however, I ask the class for input.
Next week we will practice identifying and using signal phrases. We will also practice using block quotes, free paraphrases and shorter citations.
Essay plans will be due February 21 (handout), outline February 22, fast draft February 23, polished draft Feb. 27.
Essay plans will be due February 21 (handout), outline February 22, fast draft February 23, polished draft Feb. 27.
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Analise Bostrom
Professor Wanda Sabir
English 1A
7 February 2012
They Say/I Say p 40-41 #1-2
1. While people are always talking about their dog best friends, I believe that cats are better pets. They are cute and cool and well-tempered. I’ve had cats all my life and I wouldn’t chose any other pet! I believe those who grow up with cats develop a strong sense of independence and pride.
While some often rave about their feline friends, I believe that dogs are better pets. They are adorable and loyal and fun. I’ve always had dogs as pets and I wouldn’t choose anything else over them! I believe those who grow up with dogs develop a strong sense of loyalty and passion.
2. David Zinczenko argues that many people are forced into obesity because the fast-food restaurants are the least expensive and most convenient nutrition option we have. But there are inexpensive and convenient alternatives to fast-food restaurants. There is plenty of food for sale at grocery stores that are both nutritious and convenient. For instance, the most convenient (and healthy) food you can get is available at any respectable grocery store: an apple. Not to mention the other hundreds of eating options available….
Is being overweight a genuine medical problem or a problem of cultural stereotypes? Some may argue that obesity is a medical epidemic in America, and that people are subject to this lifestyle without much choice. Whether it’s because of bed genetics or the fatty American lifestyle we seem to be falling victim to this disease. On the other hand, obesity could just be a factor of cultural stereotypes. Those in America who have low income tend to eat at fast-food restaurants and tend to become overweight. Otherwise the general population is just in love with our fat-stuffed grease-soaked food.
Although both these summaries are about the same article, they look very different. The first summary argues one point while the second summary argues two.
Samantha Swain
Professor Wanda Sabir
English 1A
7 February 2012
They Say I Say: Chapter 2 Exercise #1 (page 40)
1. Abortion is disturbing in the sense that you are ending a human beings life before they have the choice to whether they want it or not. Abortion is sickening. A human being that already has a beating heart is sacrificed because someone doesn’t want him/her, because that person was immature and irresponsible, and doesn’t even have to pay the price.
2. Abortion is something that should be a choice to the individual person, and should not be restricted by law. If someone sees themselves unfit to parent, then they should not bring another unwanted baby into this world that will grow up sad, alone an unfortunate. They also shouldn’t try to force parenting on themselves, since it’s something everyone has to be ready for, and unless you have a stable job, finances, and possibly relationship with the father, the child doesn’t deserve to be born into their life.
They Say I Say: Chapter 2 Exercise #1 (page 41)
Disagree: David Zinczenko’s claim that there aren’t inexpensive and convenient alternatives to fast food in his essay “Don’t Blame the Eater” is uneducated. Obviously beating fast food is difficult; the convenience and affordability, not to mention variety, of fast food restaurants is something that can’t be copied easily in a healthy and environmentally friendly way. However, fast food restaurants like Subway and Quizno’s sandwich places, do count. Able to specialize your order, and a meal, or even two, for only five dollars? It’s the best way you can go as far as fast, healthy affordability. And also, nowadays because of all the hype joints like McDonalds received, fast food is becoming extremely healthier. Also, Safeway now has a deli where you can order food that is not considered ‘fast.’ You can purchase anything there from sandwiches to fried chicken. There are also plenty of local opportunities. Local businesses are lowering their prices to compete with these fast food joints, so it wouldn’t be that surprising if you found one with just as good of deals in your neighborhood.
Agree: Fast food is amazing, and it’s unfair how many negative views are being pressed onto these restaurants. Because so much criticism has come from the American people, McDonalds is now one of the healthiest of al fast food places. All of these places are trying to find ways to lower their calorie count. It’s not the quality of what you eat that is causing America’s obesity rates to grow, it’s the quantity. Since fast food places have made it so convenient, so cheap, and so irresistible, American citizens overindulge themselves, and eat more than they actually need, which is why they are gaining so much wait. It might be because of fast food restaurants, however it’s not because of the food, it’s the American citizen.
Jovita Wechsler
Prof. Wanda Sabir
English 1A
02/07/2012
They Say/ I Say, pg.41, excercise #2
2. In David Zinczenko's "Don't Blame the Eater" argues that the reason for people turning to fast-food for affordable meals is because there are a lack of alternatives to choose from for a healthier life-style. I sincerely doubt that. If we look at grocery stores they have plenty of options for foods that are nutritious and inexpensive. It's just a matter of going to any market and buying something as simple as fruits, vegetables and even frozen meals that have their nutritional labels on the package and ingredients so one knows exactly what they are eating. The problem isn't the lack of alternatives we have at our disposal, it's a matter of making the right choice when it comes to your well-being.
Is being overweight a matter of a genuine medical problem or a problem of cultural stereotypes? The USA is known world wide for having an obesity epidemic and all the health problems that come along with it. I don't think it is only a medical problem as it is also a cultural one. Socially, for example, we see obesity affecting people from the lower class. Maybe because they are less informed, or just see fast food restaurants as a means to save money and time.
Another thought is that we don't only have an obesity problem, but just an issue with weight. Because on one hand there are morbidly obese people and on the other hand we have anorexics and bulimics. In our culture we have all these fast food chains that have low prices and flashy advertisements with very enticing images of food that are almost every where we turn, and then we have this other side of the media that is always taking about loosing weight, about the "ideal" body and so on and so forth. So instead of trying to choose which of the matters is the cause for obesity, one could say that each one has its effects on our eating habits.
Stephen Yang
Professor Wanda Sabir
English 1A
7 February 2012
They Say/ I Say, pg. 41, Exercise #1 and #2
1. On October 26, 2011, in the U.S. House of Representatives, Representative Lamar S. Smith presented to the House Judiciary Committee the SOPA/PIPA bill.
Many businesses are losing money and rights from online piracy. These businesses could range from small town owners to corporations to studios in the entertainment biz. In fact, these businesses insist the face that people who upload materials illegally online is a breach of copyrights, saying that no one is allowed to re-distribute their materials without the consent of the owner. Politicians support these businesses because they claim it will help stimulate these businesses. Supporters of the bill include major companies, media, Motion Picture, and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. The bill would provide immunity to those who have been affected by copyright infringement and liability for damage.
On the opposing side, many of those claim that the bill violates the First Amendment right. Internet censorship will cripple not only the internet, but the freedom of speech in its various forms. If one thing would lead to another, it would be that this bill will question the freedom and abilities that are provided by our modern world. Web-related businesses attack this bill because of it's effect it has on their job and the regulation they work with. In the business sense, who does this bill really hurt? Piracy only hurts those who are already abnormally richer than the middle class worker. What's to blame for someone who's making millions, if not hundreds of millions, of dollars per year. A small fraction of that profit is lost. The bill was to said not to be specific enough on certain areas of details. The crime for piracy is said to be years in prison depending on the quantity or quality of the material. Why should someone be imprison for years while brutal criminals are imprison for less?
2. As Zinczenko remind us that it is not the big fast food company that are causing obesity and diabetes, but the choices we make. It is a person's choice to go to one of these fast food places, but it is also another choice to go out to eat at a healthier restaurant. The difference between a fast food salad and a home made salad is the amount of calories they have in them, and the ingredients that go into making the salad. From Zinczenko's example, the salad at one fast food restaurant was said to 1,040 calories, half of what an average person eats per day. An alternative choice would be to eat the salad without the unnecessary ingredients or to substitute them with lower calories and fat. The best alternative that saves food and time would to eat out with the family or friends at a healthy location and split the bill.
The reason why obesity and diabetes percentage are so high based on the past decade is because of the fast food industry. According to many studies that research the food and product the industries release to the public, the calories intake for a simple burger would be 400 - 500 calories by itself. Another study show that the "ingredient" they put in them would be some kind of glucose pink like substance that replaces meat and poultry. The substance is not only cheaper than the real meat, but it is also less time consuming to make than raising the animals. These are the same companies that spend hundreds of millions of dollars on advertisement, and rarely even show the nutritional value of their food.
Hoan vu
Professor Wanda Sabir
English 1A They Say #2
8 February 2012
In “Don’t Blame the Eater” David Zinczenko claims that fast food restaurants are the blame for obesity in kids today. I disagree; because in my opinion, the food does not make people fat, people’s habits and way of life are the main reasons for obesity. Fast food companies have no intention to make people fat, their intention is provide a fast, convenience and inexpensive way to buy food. Of course their foods are high in protein and fat, but they did not force anyone to buy them. Parents should regulate diet for their children, so instead of giving money for their kids to buy lunch from fast food restaurants everyday they should made healthy sandwiches instead. May be David Zinczenko suffer from obesity when he was a kid and wants someone to blame for his bad habits, he should blame no one but himself. To sum everything up, healthy diets, regular exercises and healthy activities can significantly reduce obesity not only in kids but in general population as well.
In “Don’t Blame the Eater” David Zenczenko claims that fast food restaurants are the blame for obesity in kids today. I agree; because fast foods are full of protein and fats, like cheese burgers and fries. The fast food companies’ main goal is to make profit, in order to make profit they have to find customers. Fast foods are cheap and fast. This is perfect for school kids, because they don’t have much money and when they want food, they want it fast. May be this is the reason why many fast food restaurants can be found within walking distance of most schools. Fast food companies’ main customers are kids, this is why their commercials target kids, once they know kids are hooked on fast foods, they have their ways to draw kid to their restaurants. For example, giving away toys, the more foods a kid buy the more toys he/ she will get, and the more fast food a kid eats the more weight he/she will gain, this is like a one way ticket to obesity. Fast food restaurants are not community players, they don’t care about obesity, they only care about the own existence.
Flora Diamond
Professor Wanda Sabir
English 1A
7 February 2012
Exercise #1 (p.40):
For thousands of years, religion has been the basis for determining a woman's place in life. Most organized religion today advocate's that a woman is lower than a man, and thus should be treated like so. In developed western societies, women are still subject to inequalities and constantly the target of the media, which distorts the way society views and believes how a woman should act, feel, think, dress etc. While women in western culture enjoy equal rights as men; women in Asian, African and middle eastern cultures are constantly repressed, and are denied most rights that are held by their male counterparts. Generally the reasoning behind these human rights violations against women are religion. Inequality based upon gender can be seen in every single country around the world in varying degrees. Regardless of the main reason for this injustice, which is religion, it is still wrong nonetheless.
Exercise #2 (p.41):
In David Zinczenkos article, "Don't Blame the Eater", he insists that there aren't inexpensive alternative food choices to fast food. Although fast food does make a large portion for restaurants in America, they are not the only restaurants out there. A healthy alternative are fruits, veggies,and home cooked meals. If there are no adults present to feed the child, then the adult is responsible for educating them on how to cook for themselves and how to make healthy food choices. Rather than blame multimillion dollar corporations for the obesity problem, try taking some responsibility for ones owns actions. Know one holds a gun to someones head and tells them they must eat at a certain place. The people who eat at fast food places, go there by choice, and choice alone affects what goes into the body. Now I'm not saying that the corporations are innocent,because what they do is sickening, but every American has the constitutional right to choose what to put into their bodies (hopefully knowing the consequences of said actions).
Type II diabeties is prevalent in children in America. I feel that the problem is not a medical problem or a cultural stereotype. It is merely a choice of what products the child consumes. The cultural stereotype only exists if the person chooses to believe it. I realize the article is outdated, and that nutrition information is available upon request in most fast food restaurants along with online. The obesity in itself is a medical problem, but can easily be fixed with a healthy diet and exercise.
kenneth Windham
professor wanda sabir
English 1A
7 feburary 2012
Many would say that war is inevitable between countries of different cultures .hey would even say that is necessary to "stretch our legs" so that we can remind the world we our a world power and a force to be reckon with. I say this is not always the case prior to the 19th century two of the wealthiest nations in the world competed constantly for territory in africa and centuries before that engaged in all out war one that lasted for 100 years surely 2 enemies like this could never co exist or work together wrong today france and Britan are apart of the most powerful union in the world and co-operate economically and militarily to help foster growth as leaders in the European Union
Savannah Conley
Professor Wanda Sabir
English 1A
8 February 2012
They Say I Say
Exercise #1 p14
Many people in the United States believe that immigration is to blame for the absence of jobs, the over crowded schools, and believe that they benefit from our paid taxes while they don't pay taxes. But what people often over look is, what jobs they take and do for our society and the benefits they don't receive. Despite the fact, that many people believe most immigrants take our jobs, they often take jobs that American citizens don't take. They often take manual labor jobs, that pay under the table, with often bad conditions. And unlike the popular common belief, schools are over crowded because of the budget cuts, that the government makes. Its the governments decision where they put their money, which in the past few years has been towards the military, not public schools. Although many are under the impression immigrants don't pay taxes, they do through property and purchasing taxes. In this paper I will prove and convince you that immigrants aren't as large of an issue as politicians make out to be in this nation.
Savannah Conley
Professor Wanda Sabir
English 1A
February 8 2012
The post above of mine, is incorrect, its an old assignment I had already posted, here is the correct assignment:
Exercise #1 p40
Topic: War is necessary
Agree:
I believe that war is a necessary protocol to protect our nation. War is both a way to act to protect a nation and to protect/ fight for on another nation’s behalf. Without war, dictators that have been taken down and peace has been restored in places that without war, or military involvement would have persisted in violence and terror. Although, many believe that war, aka violence, are not necessary to create piece; but if we look at places like Burma, where little or no military involvement has been made against the dictator that has taken control and is terrorizing its people, the problem only persists. Although organizations like the United Nations have tried to make peaceful agreements and proposals, Burmese people continue to die and be stuck in a country full or terror and violence. In situations like these, I believe, war is necessary, sometimes violence is necessary to further prevent more violence.
Disagree:
History has shown us that nations too often, take it upon themselves to start wars, or bring military into situations, that often don't need it or, make things worse. So often, its the case that as humans we believe we need to fight fire with fire, violence with violence. But if we look to some of the most successful movements against violence, we find people like Ghandi and Dr. King leading movements that brought peace without war, and without military involvement. When war is brought to peoples door steps, although, its meant to protect and defend these people, too often are they only hurt more and harmed by the military involvement. I think the reason the United States so often doesn't realize the harm war and military involvement has on those its meant to protect, is because, we haven't had a war on our front door steps in a very long time. I know in my lifetime, I have never first hand experienced war on my front door steps. This isn't the case in Iraq, Afghanistan, and so many other countries we have involved our military with. I think war and military involvement need to be looked to as a last resort and not a first reaction response, we need to understand that is doesn't always have a positive influence, and sometimes only makes things worse.
Savannah Conley
Professor Wanda Sabir
English 1A
February 8 2012
Exercise #2 p41
First Summary
David Zinczenko, an editor-in-chief at Men’s Health magazine, argues that in his opinion and from his own personal experiences, convenient fast food places are to blame for the growing epidemic of obesity. Zinczenko claims that the reason America has gotten so fat, is because there aren’t any healthy, convenient and affordable, alternative options. Despite the fact that it is easier to place the blame on fast food industries, it is not however, the correct route to assume that it is the only reason or even a correct conclusion. Many people are in agreement with Zinczenko, and believe that there isn't a healthier, affordable alternative to fast food. But, there is. Although, it isn't a “fast” option, it is do able. Buying healthy ingredients and produce from the market, and then making your food at home, fresh; is a healthier alternative and if you shop well, is only a little more than buying fast food for every meal. You and your family will be healthier and find your spending about the same on snacks and meals that are exponentially better for you than fast food, just by buying healthy ingredients and making healthy food at home.
Second Summary
David Zinczenko states, in his article Don’t Blame the Eater, “Before 1994, diabetes in children was generally caused by a genetic disorder-only about 5 percent of childhood cases were obesity related...Today, according to the National Institute of Health, type 2 diabetes accounts for at lease 30 percent of all new childhood cases of diabetes in this country”. The question is, have we become more unhealthy from a medical standpoint or a cultural and society standpoint. Our medicine and knowledge or the human body and health has only been advancing, so it isn't logical to drop the blame on our medical background. It must be a shift in our culture and society. Fifty years ago fast food chains weren't everywhere we looked. And fifty years ago it was considered a privilege, not a familiarity, to go out for food. Our culture and society have morphed to accept and allow these unhealthy habits to flourish. A new medicine isn't going to be the answer and a cure for diabetes is either, a change in how our society looks at fast food is needed.
Daniel Escudero-Whitney
Professor Wanda Sabir
English 1A
8 February 2012
They Say / I Say
Exercise 2 (pg 41)
Summary #1
In his essay, "Don't Blame the Eater," David Zinczenko leads us to believe that for an American kid trying to get a meal for a decent price, there are no other alternatives to fast burger joints, or twisted taco shops.
Zinczenko grew up American in the 1980's. As I also grew up in the 80's, I remember that there were no really healthy fast-food places like we have today. However, my mother, who was never home due to her doctoral studies, never let me eat fast food as a child. There was always good food waiting for me in the refrigerator when I got home from school. The little preparation that went into cooking myself some eggs, or a nice steak, never encouraged me to go to a fast food restaurant.
Kids growing up today now have a wide variety of convenient, healthy fast-food alternatives, from a submarine sandwich packed with vegetables, to quick Greek food. They just have to learn to make the right choices.
Summary #2
In his essay, "Don't Blame the Eater," David Zinczenko claims that eating at fast food restaurants inevitably leads to obesity and alludes to a link between fast food consumption and the onset of type-2 diabetes.
To begin, let us not confuse a little belly fat for obesity. The crush American culture has on flat abs leads us all to see ourselves fatter than we really are. Since when does having a little extra weight put your health at risk?
Zinczenko's article, first published in 2002, merely alludes to a correlation between fast food consumption and the onset of type-2 diabetes. In a 2007 article published by the
Journal of General Internal Medicine, a study was conducted that found no causal link between eating fast food and the onset of type-2 diabetes.
References
Zinczenko, David. "Don't Blame the Eater." _New York Times_. 23 NOV 2002
Sellgman, Bindman, Vittinghoff, Kanaya, Kushel. "Food Insecurity is Associated with Diabetes Mellitus: Results from the National Health Examination and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) 1999-2002." _Journal of General Internal Medicine_ 22.7 (2007): 1018-1023.
Sherah McCurdy
Professor Wanda Sabir
English 1A
February 8, 2012
They Say/I say Exercise #2 (pg 41)
Summary 1
In “Don’t Blame the Eater” by David Zinczenko claims there are inexpensive and convenient alternatives to fast-food restaurants. As an American kid the Prices are pretty affordable and the best part is they are in many locations. In the 1980’s it was hard for Daniel but mainly because of the position from his parents. Endorsing the fact that there are Healthy foods at many fast-foods can be hard to believe, especially being known for satisfying your taste but also bringing along fat with it. Not all fat is bad and Fast-foods give you a variety of choices with calorie intake such as the chicken salad as Zinczenko named on page 196 and soups and sandwiches.
Summary 2
Being overweight is a genuine medical problem rather than a problem of cultural stereotypes. Even though overweight can seem as your just fat, it’s more serious than that. Obesity can trigger many health problems that can cause you to be sick or just lead to death. The main difference between being overweight as a medical problem and a problem of cultural stereotypes is being overweight can lead to diabetes which is intake on sugar and sodium while problems of Cultural stereotypes are judgmental and based off of ideas of being unhealthy. Cultural stereotypes may be catching to the eye because they are common and most people end up with similar results. As far as specific genuine medical problems it doesn’t get more basic than that. Eating out all the time is very bad for you if you are traveling on an empty stomach and will eat anything. Managing your diet as far as health concerns is the best way to go for control.
Mark Jansz
Professor Wanda Sabir
English 1A, spring 2012
February 7, 2012
Homework Page 41, exercise 2
1. In “don’t Blame the Eater,” by David Zinczenko, David claims that there are no inexpensive and convenient alternatives to fast food. I disagree with this because there are so many different alternatives. You can go to a local Safeway, Lucky’s, or any other local grocery store and buy some healthy food. You can get food like fruits, vegetables, protein, wheat, etc. It is even possible for you to buy all of these items to make yourself a healthy lunch to take to work or school. If you do that, you actually save money rather than spending money on a small burger or sandwich. Another thing you can do is to take healthy snacks along with you, so that way you won’t have to eat a heavy lunch.
2. Is being overweight a genuine medical problem rather than a problem of cultural stereotypes? I think that it is not a problem of being stereotypical but a problem of unhealthy habits. It is easier for one to put on the pounds rather than losing it, and with many peoples lives so busy and so many fast-food places convenient to them, it is almost inevitable to avoid eating fast-food. People are always rushing and are either too busy or too lazy to where they need to turn to fast-food for dinner or lunch and even breakfast. So therefore it causes people to have extremely unhealthy lifestyles that can cause problems in their health, and also life.
Although the two summaries written above are about the same article, they are very different. Summary 1 argues about how there are alternative and convenient ways other than fast food. Summary 2 discusses about whether being overweight is a genuine medical problem rather than a problem of cultural stereotypes.
Judy Keophanhem
English 1a
In the summary Mighty Be Our powers by Leymah Gbowee, she believes that children should not grow up without their fathers. I agree with this belief because every child deserves the love and care of two parents, like how it's suppose to be in a regular family. Many people/children who grew up without their fathers tend to have personal issues on not having a father in their lives as an excuse or reason to be the way that they are. I feel that many can relate to this belief and see this belief as a important issue that people cherish.
On the other hand, most people will also disagree w/ this belief because many who did grew up without their fathers are fine the way they are. Although, there is some sort of abscence in their lives. It makes an individual stronger and change their perspective on what a father is. Most fathers are either not fit to be one or is careless of taking care of their child. So children who grow up with just a mother cherish their mother even m,ore because her alone, raised her child without a father.
Ana Vasquez
Professor Wanda Sabir
English 1A
They Say, I Say
Exercise #2 (pg. 41)
In the article “Don’t blame it on the eater” by David Zinczenko, claims that fast food restaurants are not the best food a person can consume. But he argues that fast food restaurants are the only alternative to better healthy life style. But I don’t completely agree with his argument. If we go to our local market we can find plenty of healthy food, for a cheap price. Vegetables and fruits aren’t always the most affordable, but yet we shouldn’t rely on fast food restaurants because we are only making our health worse. By buying our own food at the stores we are able to read the nutrition facts that the labels indicate in the back of each item we purchase. The problem just isn’t the lack of alternatives we have, it’s the choices people and consumers make when it comes to buying food. We don’t have instantly go and buy fast food, we can make a healthy meal at home, and save money as well.
Is overweight a genuine medical problem rather than a problem or cultural stereotypes? Well obesity has been a known epidemic especially in the U.S due to our enormous amount of fast food restaurants we own and have. But overweight can be seen as a genuine problem occurring in the U.S because those families with low income tend to buy fast food more. It is not there fault they cannot afford real nutritional meals. But this can also be seen as a cultural stereotype, because many Americans do buy fast food. Not all do it on a daily basis, but those who do it on a daily basis only do it for a need. But either way, everyone loves greasy food, and will continue to consume it no matter how many of these companies shut down. The population will never stop, but it is up to the people and the families to decide the way they eat.
Keith R Salminen
Professor Wanda Sabir
English 1A
9 February 2012
Exercise 1 (pg. 40) from They Say, I Say
Oakland A’s Ownership:
Are they telling the truth or are they blind, in the dark and selling us lies?
For the past 6 years now, Oakland A’s ownership has tried to sell everyone on the team not being able to stay in Oakland. Minority owner Lew Wolff, who acts as the voice and front man of the franchise due to majority owner John Fisher sitting in the background not doing anything, tries to sell bogus ideas on why the A’s can’t stay where they are now.
Wolf tells us that players don’t want to play in Oakland because the Coliseum is outdated and that because of it being outdated, the A’s can’t make the money needed to keep key players or sign big name free agents. Wolff also claims there are no sites in Oakland that can work for a new ballpark since his “66th Ave to High St” site proposal fell through back in early in 2006 and that the team needs to relocate to San Jose in order to stay afloat. Wolff tried and failed to move the team to Fremont between 2006 and 2008, to which even though he said he would go back to looking for sites Oakland if Fremont fell through, turned towards moving the A’s to the south bay.
Many fans as well as local sports writers however call b.s. on all of these “facts” that Lew has tried to feed everyone over the years, pointing out many facts that not only show that Oakland can still support the A’s and get a new park built, but that Lew never really cared to build in Oakland from the get go when he & Fisher bought the team from Steve Schott and Ken Hofmann in early 2005. Oakland has at least 2 known sites, Victory Court (which sadly has been cut from the mix due to the state of California cutting RDA) and the proposed Coliseum City project at the current ballpark site as working locations for a new park, plus many locations scouted over the years by A’s fans and Oaklanders through out “The Town”. Many players over the years have said they have no problem playing in the Coliseum, flying right in the face of what Lew’s and the A’s front office’s claim of players not wanting to play in Oakland.
The biggest damning proof of Lew never being committed to Oakland from day 1 is a quote in a 1998 edition of the San Francisco Chronicle stating if he had owned the A’s at that time, he would not look at any other city other than San Jose to build a new ballpark. Lew has tried to recant this statement over the years saying he was talking about the Giants; however that is a lie because construction had already begun on AT&T Park in 1998. A’s legends like Rickey Henderson and Vida Blue are on record saying the current owners need to stop blaming Oakland and the Coliseum for their problems and commit to getting something done in Oakland and commit to supporting and holding events in the East Bay like Walter Haas, Jr. did when he bought the A’s from Charlie Finley in the early 1980’s.
After reading over this and reviewing more information online through sources like BaseballOakland.com and A’s Fan Radio, many will probably side with the fact that Lew Wolff & John Fisher need to stop trying to sell A’s fans lies and ether commit to building a new ballpark in Oakland or sell to someone who will.
Source for information:
BaseballOakland.com – A's Owners' Actions That Have Depressed Attendance Since 1995 (Steve Schott/Ken Hofmann 1995-2005) (Lew Wolff/John Fisher 2005-Present)
http://www.baseballoakland.com/history/timeline1.php
Stephen Yang
Professor Wanda Sabir
English 1A
9 February 2012
They Say/ I Say Exercise 1 Pg. 40
Video games have been around in the entertainment world for more than three decades. There have been many controversies about the morals of playing video games depending on the age and the amount of times played. Parents and politicians have been against children and teenagers playing video games because they worry about their worth in society. On the other side are the developers of the gaming business and the many fans of gamers.
Studies show that violent video games have been influencing the public from the increase of violence in public. In today’s society, what is considered “cool” is being in a gang or hurting others. Violent media have been influencing the way a child thinks and acts in school and at home. From what experts interpret from child behavior, today’s children have been showing an increase in appetite for violence. In video games, where violence is justified, rewarded, and often the only option for success. “When children play violent video games, they become both physically and mentally aroused. Their heart rates increase and their blood pressure rises.” Violent video games also show severe consequences in a child’s future as an adult in society. Over time a person adapt to a certain behavior and adopt different beliefs, skills, and attitude. Scientific findings have show that using violent media as a child predicts aggressive behavior in adulthood.
Video games have been a scapegoat for blame for violence behaviors in people. The media is another source of violent for people. In modern television, music, movies, and comic books have shown the same quality, if not more, of violence in their materials than video games. If people have really adapted to video games and its violence, almost the entire population in cities and schools would have psychopathic killers. Sure, there were some incidents of school shootings, but evidence shown that they were victims of bullying. That is a different separate matter than video games where they have only imitated the method of how. It’s human nature to have violent behavior in them. There are more notable show of violence in violence in families, where the parents would hurt each other or their children. It is human guilt that hurts another, not video games.
Source:
"Video Games Foster Violent Behavior" by David S. Bickham. Media Violence. David M. Haugen, Ed. Opposing Viewpoints® Series. Greenhaven Press, 2009. David S. Bickham, "Testimony before Senate Judiciary Committee Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Property Rights," March 29, 2006. http://judiciary.senate.gov. Reproduced by permission of the author.
"Video Games Have Become a Scapegoat for Violent Behavior" by Christopher J. Ferguson. Media Violence. David M. Haugen, Ed. Opposing Viewpoints® Series. Greenhaven Press, 2009. Christopher J. Ferguson, "Video Games: The Latest Scapegoat for Violence," Chronicle of Higher Education, vol. 53, June 22, 2007, p. B20. Copyright © 2007 by The Chronicle of Higher Education. This article may not be published, reposted, or redistributed without express permission from The Chronicle.
Colleen Low
Professor Wanda Sabir
English 1A
8 February 2012
“They Say, I Say…” Exercise 2 pg 41.
In respect to David Zinczenko’s article, “Don’t Blame the Eater,” it is a satirical bias reaction to the fast food industry, to which he emphasizes the idea that people do not think before they eat. There is a tendency to place blame solely on the fast food franchises, however, Zinczenko does not contend with the idea that there are alternatives, which are inexpensive and convenient. There is a vast assortment of choices in the deli section in many supermarkets that cater to the busy consumer. The selections are healthy and they vary from prepackaged salads, sushi, grilled chicken, and ½ sandwiches with an addition of a side salad or fruit, which can all be customized to fit any dietary needs. The consumers mindset is about taste, gone are the days when deli meant dry tasteless processed foods. Supermarkets target the growing trend in cuisine choices that look incredibly delicious, nutritious, and in addition, satisfies the palette and fits any budget. Whether it is a large deli in a supermarket, a ma and pops store, or restaurants, most will have preset menus, to which proportions are scaled to accommodate any appetite. Therefore, there are alternatives, which give a variety of choices that fits a healthy lifestyle, is fast, convenient, doesn’t hurt your pocket book and most of all taste good, which makes for a better experience simple and pleasurable.
One can always plead insanity, when an obese individual is indicted for over indulgence or use the excuse, “They made me do it!”
In regard to Zinczenko’s, “Don’t Blame the Eater,” he expresses that people who have weight issues are inflicted with false advertisement and he is quick to point the direction toward the fast food industry, that they are to blame for our youth’s onset of obesity. These are suggestive stereotypes, and I truly deplore the tendency to place blame on anyone or thing except for the self when things go wrong. Increasing obesity in children is a problem, which consist of bad habits, and a lifestyle that does not consist of fun exercise. Many children sit in front of the television, play video games and mindlessly eat fatty snacks, which are in the household. Our world today, comprises of doing things fast and it is inherent that we do not make the time to be mindful in our daily lives. We have fallen into the trap of connivance, to which we are losing our values of family. Yes, it is true both parents work because the economy has made it difficult to survive, however traditions in our society are being lost and the family sees so little of each other. The typical obese child is stereotypic, however it is not far from the truth, though it is a generative result of the lack of involvement within the family. As for the author, his probable cause may have been to designated issues with his parents divorcing and he was caught in the middle or had been forgotten during the turmoil between his parents. When one arrives to the point of being obese, that person has lost their ability to moderate their food consumption, exercise, and find a balance in life, and there are psychological ramifications as well as physical.
Nezha Abdelrahman
Professor Wanda Sabir
English 1A
07 February 2012
Excerise #2 (p.41)
First Argument:
David Zincenko claims that there are no other alternatives for healthy foods. I disagree with his argument because there are many different types of alternatives on how to eat healthy. Parents need to teach their children at a young age that places like McDonalds are unhealthy and that eating vegetables are healthy for you. Zincenko is right about not having a lot of restaurants that provide a lot of healthy foods, but local supermarkets do have healthy foods which parents can purchase and feed to their children. I believe that there should be more healthy food restaurants and that those restaurants be less expensive for low income families to be able to purchase.
Second Argument:
I believe that being overweight is a genuine medical problem. Places like McDonalds and Burger King are places where people usually go to eat. Fast food restaurants are making a lot of money by making children and their parents very overweight. People who eat fast food should be more careful and work out more, so that they wouldn’t gain a lot of weight. Obesity is a disease that can kill a person especially young children.
Nezha Abdelrahman
Kennedy Alston
Jaron Terrell
Hoan Vu
Professor Wanda Sabir
English 1A
08 February 2012
Exercise #1 (p.40) Leymah Essay:
Leymah Gbowee endured many struggles through her life. She lost almost everything in her life because of the war that was going on in Liberia. Her family was separated, she was not able to finish her school and she was in an abusive relationship with a man who fathered her children. When Leymah returned to Paynesville, she ran into a man by the name of Daniel. At the time, before he lost his job, Daniel was following Leymah taking her out, paying for her hospital bills and later became the father of her children. Leymah wanted to be with Daniel because he was financially stable. He was able to take care of her despite the fact that he was cheating on her and later discovered that she was pregnant with her first child. Soon, Daniel began to hit Leymah and as Leymah put it she simply believed that the war was causing him to be abusive and that he loved her. Leymah always used her children and his income as an excuse to not leave Daniel. Daniel not only physically, but mentally abused Leymah. He called her names, told her that she was stupid and worthless and he used her dysfunctional family as a means of discouraging her to leave. Leymah had plenty of warning signs that should have cautioned her, yet she choose her destiny by staying with Daniel.
Abel Abyu
Professor Wanda Sabir
Enlgish 1A
14 February 2012
They Say/I Say (pg. 41)
Exercise # 2
In David Zinczenko's "Don't Blame the Eater", he claims there are no other alternatives but healthy foods for junk-food connoisseurs, and that inexpensive and convenient alternatives to fast-food restaurants do not exist. I disagree becuase there are many places one could buy inexpensive, wholesome, organic ingredients. One could purchase items from local produce markets or Trader Joe's, where they offer cheap and wholesome items. Restaurants like In-And-Out, Wendy's, offer fresh and never frozen beef patties. Not only that, healthy food alternatives like salads, soups, apples and oats, are being featured on fast food restaurant menus everywhere. I believe it's a matter of over-indulgence, miseducation. Not one of lack of cheap and healthy alternatives.
I believe the problem with obesity and being overweight is both a genuine medical problem and a problem of cultural stereotypes. It maybe a medical problem because a person might be genetically inclined to gain weight faster than some, maybe metabolize food in a different way. It is also one of many cultural stereotypes. One may say obesity is universal, but studies show people of ethnic backgrounds are statistically-inclined to be overweight as opposed to those not of ethnic background. This maybe because there is a lack of education in ethnic communities, maybe also a lack of resources as well. Maybe the solution to obesity lies within what people are taught is good or bad for their health.
Kenneth Magno
Professor Sabir
English 1A
9 February 2012
They say I say Exercises 1 and 2 (Pg.41-42)
Exercise 1
Who has the right to take away a life of another? When talking about the touchy subject of abortion many have different views on what is right and wrong. But abortion is something that should not be practiced. It is simply cruel and inhumane to take a life when you were blessed to carry a living creature in you. A human being that is young and helpless does not even have the opportunity to live a life of happiness. Abortion is murder and should not be practiced.
When talking about taking away a life of another for the sake of what's best, is it still just? When talking about the sensitive subject that is abortion many have different views on whether something like that should be legalized. However, abortion is something that should be a decision and a right that is given to everyone woman. In fact, one should not be forced to keep a child when she is not capable of doing so. May it be for emotional, physical, and financial reasons. Abortion should be a right given to a woman if it's what's best for the child and the mother.
Exercise 2
In respect to David Zinczenko’s article, “Don’t Blame the Eater,” he holds a strict bias against the fast food industries and emphasizes the idea that many Americans choose to fuels themselves with such unhealthy junk. Zinczenko tends to put all the blame on the fast food chains for the obesity rate in America, however, he completely disregards the other inexpensive healthy alternatives that many places offer. Your local supermarket or farmers market is guaranteed to have fresh and healthy food that won’t hurt your wallet. There are many different types of fruits and vegetables that are sure to help you live a strong and healthy lifestyle. The food that you purchase will not only be good for you but actually taste good. One just has to educate themselves in which diet is most suitable for the lifestyle that they live.
In David Zinczenko’s article, “Don’t Blame the Eater,” he stresses that the reason why people have issues with their weight is because the fast food industries sell you cheap inexpensive and most importantly unhealthy food that causes you to be overweight. He ignores the possibility that maybe the reason why people are overweight is because of medical issues that they might have. Instead of putting the blame on the fast food chains, he doesn’t focus on the habits of a individual who might suffer from a condition that hinders him or her from exercising and eating certain foods. Diseases and psychological reasons that retain one from choosing a different lifestyle might be a key factor in the obesity rate in the U.S.
Suelekha Yussuf
English 1A
Professor. Sabir Wanda
17 February 2012
They Say/I Say (p 41)
Growing up in African culture values is hard to understand obesity as a concept that you can't blame the eater. The cultural attitudes about fatness take a special toll on women. In most of African populations being overweight is something that is beautiful and attractive. According to WHO worldwide, an estimated 1 billion people are overweight, compared to 800 million who are undernourished (who.com). Moreover, urbanization live style is on the rise caused obesity, which has led to less walking and physical exercise in general. But who to blame for obesity- fast food or people. For many years we tend to adapt a new life style that caused us to be less home cooker. People now days preferred to eat out as a way to keep up with busy lives or even to impress a new look of life. Eating out has even become a classic life style or a routine. The food chain from opening of many restaurants indicates how vulnerable we are when comes to food. I believe is not all necessary to blame fast food industry for the changes, while we don’t want to change our life style. If we prefer healthy food rather than just food or we cook more often at home than spending our money on unhealthy food. This would be much better that arguing who to be blame. In the other hand, the fast food industry has to lay down their responsibility. They should be the one who will consider the wellbeing of their customers. Even though, this seems as a new attitude toward the fast food culture. Fast food culture has been there for many generations. For example in Eastern countries like India eating out is particular culture attitude for many years. However, the significances of obesity are something that could not be ignored. Obesity can have various implications for countries’ economies. If you are obese, you will probably be going to the doctor more often compared to healthy people, especially if you suffer from an obesity-related illness. This will be harmful to productivity and will affect the economy if occurring on a wide scale.
Citation.
Who.com
Adriana Ultreras
Professor Wanda Sabir
English 1A
8 February 2012
They Say, I Say (page 41)
1. I am a big supporter of bringing beautiful children into this world. One cannot deny the fact that children are a beautiful blessing. I insist that there is no better gift then the first laugh of a newborn baby, or to hear the word “mama” for the first time. There are those who might contradict this by saying that pregnancies unwanted have the right to be terminated by abortion. I stand by the fact that abortion should be illegal since it is a murder. They are both religiously and morally wrong. I insist that children are blessings, whether they were planned or not.
I acknowledge that children are blessings, but also advocate that women have rights when it comes to their bodies. There are instances when women may get pregnant on accident. These unwanted pregnancies cause women’s lives to change drastically. One woman may have plans, and an unwanted pregnancy may change or even ruin the plans that the women might’ve had. Some may contradict that this is wrong, but ultimately women should have the ability to make their own decision regarding their life and that of which would be a child of theirs.
2. In David Zinczenkos’ article “Don’t Blame The Eater”, he argues that there is no alternative inexpensive and convenient option besides fast food restaurants. He believes that kids with parent’s busy schedule they find it more convenient to go out and buy their families quick and cheap food. Although I acknowledge that this may be a quicker solution, I would contradict that this is not the right solution for a healthy lifestyle. You cannot deny the fact that eating healthy in a necessity of a better life. One simple solution would be to switch the French fries to a delicious apple. People may argue that fast food is convenient, but it is more convenient to cook a healthy meal at home than to have to drive out and wait in line for a greasy meal.
In the discussion of weight, one controversial issue has been overweight problems. On one hand, some may argue that being overweight is a genuine medical problem. I acknowledge the fact that there are cases of genuine overweight medical problems. On the other hand, others may argue that being overweight is a problem of cultural stereotypes. Most of us have our own different opinions on this topic. I believe that it is our responsibilities as consumers to notice the amount of food we intake, and also its nutrition value. I support that there are many medical problems to due with being overweight, but I emphasize that all overweight problems are not due to medical reasons.
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