Birther Blather lives on---------Media Bias that is Biased

L.A. Times- This article discusses the role of media in American society and how it sculpts our own ideas and ideologies.   Primarily, the role of media has changed news into biased opinion outlets.   Do you think that this is a positive or negative for our country and what impact does it have on our understanding of the global community that we live and work in?

Osama and Obama Uncovering the Mythos

Aljazeera-Larbi Saddiki's editorial discusses the legacy of these two iconic figures in global politics. He uses what is called the Pygmalion Syndrome.  This syndrome refers to the ancient story of the sculpture Pygmalion who falls in love with a female statue that he has created.   Aphrodite then turns the statue into an actual woman.  The moral of the story is that what we want to be true usually becomes true but at what cost?   Please pay close attention to the middle of the article where Saddiki mentions that a reflection of America needs to take place.  What does he mean by this and how should we "celebrate" this critical victory in the war against terror.  

  

Video: Monsters in the Making

Video: Monsters in the Making

THis is not a place for comments but an addendum to the article below. Check out Del Toro's journals!

Guillermo del Toro’s Amazing Creatures: newyorker.com

The New Yorker Pan's Labyrinth begins here in Guilermo Del Toro's journals and imagination. This is a great example of how the creation of monsters are essentialy a form of magical realism. Pay specific attention to the section regarding his work on Frankenstein and how he is able to describe the creative process of designing such incredible monsters.

Guillermo del Toro’s Amazing Creatures: newyorker.com

TED Talk- The role of Technology in a revolution

 

TED TALK-  In case you're not familiar with TED; you are missing out.  TED is a series of lectures and speeches that are no longer than 10-15 minutes.   These people are successful, interesting, and accomplished.   Bill Gates is a frequent speech giver.   Wadah Khanfar is the Director General of Al Jazeera and discusses the importance of technology as a tool to create change within the middle east.  How can these level of changes prevent violence?   Is it possible for the use of social networking to bring social change?  Do you think this will continue to be a peaceful regime change?    

Libya Begins to Seek Peace

AlJezeera- A Libyan senior official is seeking talks with Greece and Turkey.  Please watch the video and read the article.  Greece seems to be playing an important role in the discussion and it seems to be certainly an economic interest.   What do you think the final outcome of the situation will be?


photo from AlJezeera

Democracy or Dictatorship?

Washington Post-   Egypt is experiencing increasing problems for their democracy.   Who should America back in regards to the power struggle taking place?