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Thursday, April 28, 2011

Obama releases original long-form birth certificate By Alan Silverleib, CNN (April 27, 2011)

http://www.cnn.com/2011/POLITICS/04/27/obama.birth.certificate/index.html?hpt=C1

WOW! I would have NEVER guessed!
Summary:
On April 27th, 2011, President Obama FINALLY revealed his birth certificate, proving that he was indeed born in the United States. This document alone silences the "birthers" who (falsely concluded) that Obama was never born in the United States and thus could not be president. Donald Trump, the billionaire who previously continually asked to see President Obama's birth certificate, takes much "pride" and "honor" taking credit for Obama finally publishing his birth certificate. In a press conference, President Obama stated that "we do not have time for this kind of silliness. We got better stuff to do. I got better stuff to do."

5W's:
Who: President Obama
What: Has released his birth certificate
When: April 27th, 2011
Where: In the United States of America
Why: To silence those who believe he is not a natural born citizen and thus unfit to be president

Is This Journalism?:
No, this is not journalism. Although this piece talks about the our president, it does not teach society about itself (other than that people in our country are crazy and follow lost causes). It informs society about its leader, not itself.

Conclusion:
CBT: Sin: Language Arts: The words and actions of a man reveal the true nature of his heart.
The words and actions of President Obama reveal that he is a serious man, concerned with his country and not "silly" things as seen through his press conference. Also, by showing his birth certificate, he shows that he cares about his country and wants to create peace where ever he can. He is like the father, who is late for work, yet checks the closet to show his children that there is no boogie-man. He knows that everything is alright and tells us so, but also shows us so we are all at ease, even though it was a silly situation.
As for those of the birther movement, their words and actions showed their ignorance. They took away from issues that we should care about (like, I don't know, the country's poverty, bad economy, the war...) and made one up.
We don't have time to care about things that we already knew the answer to.
As the President said "We do not have time for this kind of silliness. We got better stuff to do. I got better stuff to do." Well said Mr. President, well said.

Thursday, April 14, 2011

Applebee's Alcohol Mix-Up, Oops Your Toddler Is Drunk By FYI Health Writer (April 12, 2011)

http://fyiliving.com/health-news/applebees-alcohol-mix-up-oops-your-toddler-is-drunk/

This sweet child was mistakenly given alcohol at Applebee's
*This article uses information from both fyiliving and this video. Applebee's Serves Toddler Stiff Drink
Summary: D.J. Delreese, a 15-month-old from Michigan began acting strangely while eating at Applebee's with his parents. His parents realized that it was because their beloved child had been intoxicated while drinking spiked apple juice. The waiter accidentally poured the contents of a mislabeled bottle into the toddler's cup. (Applebee's Serves Toddler Stiff Drink) Applebee's is extremely regretful and shall retrain their staff nation wide. (Applebee's Alcohol Mix-Up, Oops Your Toddler Is Drunk) This is the 3rd time that Applebee's has given a minor alcohol. The child had a .1 alcohol level, but thankfully now he is ok. (Applebee's Serves Toddler Stiff Drink) The parents are suing for "an unspecified medical damages and emotional distress." (Appleebee's Alcohol Mix-Up, Oops Your Toddler Is Drunk)

5W's:
Who: D.J. Delreese, a 15-month-old
What: Had accidentaly been given alcohol instead of apple juice at Applebee's
When: April 12, 2011
Where: Michigan
Why: Ignorance

Is This Journalism?:
This in fact is journalism. This article and video show the ignorance of people. How on earth does a bottle of alcohol get mislabeled? How on earth can someone give a toddler alcohol intentionally or accidentally? This can be a call to action for adults to be careful with what they give children and for parents to make sure that their children are safe. Applebee's is acting by retraining their staff.

Conclusion: Growth: Social Science: God's people are stewards of His blessings (such freedom, time, money, property, and God's natural world.) and with those blessings come great responsibility to futher God's ministry to redemption.
God has blessed us with children so it is everyone's duty to take care of them and teach them in His laws to further His kingdom. Everyone's duty, not just the duty of their parents. Yes, parents are the primary caregivers of their children, however, we all need to keep them away from things that can be harmful to them. Although I do believe that the legal drinking age in America should be lowered, a toddler who is innocent and cannot understand the effects of alcohol should not be given alcohol whatsoever.