Monday, November 10, 2014

Bell Ringer 11/10/14

1. He will have less support from the democrats
2. senate or gubernatorial

Thursday, November 6, 2014

Assignment for November 6, 2014

     One of the issues that I consider most important in today's economy is natural resources. Natural Resources are running low, let's face it. Yes, there may be enough coal to run this country for the rest of our lifetime, but what about the next generation, and the generation after that? I think that it is important to find a new source of renewable energy. We need to focus some funding to powering states with renewable, clean energy.
     Another concern would be welfare. Welfare is a great program that helps many disabled Americans. But, there are many people that abuse welfare. Citizens drawing welfare should be drug tested randomly, and frequently. Also, the government should look into the lives of those who are drawing welfare more closely. Welfare is very important, but only to those who truly need it.
     The Death penalty. Many people are either completely for it, or completely against it. I think that the death penalty should be legal in all states. It should only be a sentence to the worst crimes imaginable. Also, the case of the person who was sentenced to death will be looked into extensively. The criminal will need to be clearly proven guilty.
     Prisons are being filled all over the country. The issue of overcrowded prisons should only encourage the death penalty. But, there should be more of a work program for prisoners. Prisoners should have to work, every single day, until they are released. This should both add more room for prisoners, and drop the crime rate.
     Air quality is another huge concern. The environment is my biggest concern. This also supports the alternative energy plan. Coal is a dirty source of energy. Yes, it has kept the country rolling for many years, but it is time to stop burning fossil fuels and focus on new, clean energy. To help better the air, and environment quality, we must find new energy.
     I am not really a supporter of either parties. I believe that both parties have good ideas, and that we should just run the country in the best way possible. I guess if i had to choose a party, i would lean more towards the democratic side. Just because of their rules on spending, taxes, abortion, the death penalty, and healthcare.

Bell Ringer for November 6, 2014

1.Well, it is not really a great accomplishment to have the youngest law maker.
2. I think that being so young will most likely hinder her. She is not as experienced as others.

Wednesday, November 5, 2014

assignment for November 5, 2014

     I chose to vote for the male candidate. I chose to vote for him mostly because of the giving unemployed families affordable health insurance. Also, the healthy, but good school food.

Bellringer Wednesday, November 5, 2014

   
     Phil Ferguson won the election for barbour county sheriff. I am happy for that, and would have voted for him personally if I could have. Republican Danny Wagner, a retired teacher from Philip Barbour, won the spot for district 47 of the House of  Delegates. Republican Dave Sypolt won against Stan Shaver for the District 14 Senate race. Also, Republican Tim McDaniel is now a member of the Barbour County Commission. So, it seems like the majority of winners were definitely Republican, and all of the winners were male. It is important to have these elections so that we can keep things rolling in this small county. It was especially important that we got a new sheriff, since our last one kind of went to prison. I think it is important to vote because voting keeps everything fair.    

Monday, November 3, 2014

5 x 5 on how I will decide who to vote for in the future.

     Voting is an extremely important thing. Voting is what makes America what it is. The fact that we, as Americans, have the complete right to vote for who we want to lead this country is a truly amazing thing. So, yes I will be voting when I get the chance in the future. Although, the future may come sooner than I am ready.
     It is very hard to believe that in less than one year, I will be able to vote. Finally, I will be able to cast my vote as an American citizen. I am both excited, and afraid to start voting. What if I choose the wrong candidate? What if the person I vote for makes a bad President? These are the reasons that I am afraid.
     It will be hard to choose who to vote for in the future, but that is something that every U.S citizen has to decide. There are many important thing that I would look for in a president, specifically. I have an open mind about a lot of things, but I would have to agree with everything the candidate says that he or she would do. I would look for many other things specifically though.
     I would look a lot at the education of who I am voting for. I would look at his or her views on the environment. I would look at his or her thoughts on war. I would look into their thoughts on education, and many other important things. I would most likely go with the democratic vote, but if a republican had good ideas, I would vote for them.
     So, that is how I will decide to vote in the near future. I just do not know if I will be ready for this responsibility in less than a year. I am sure that when the time comes, I will be ready. Since this is something that every person in the U.S has to deal with. I just hope I make the right decisions.

Bell Ringer for 11/3/14

1. Her argument is definitely one that I agree with. Her argument is that is someone is constantly in pain, having seizures frequently that last for up to an hour at a time, they should have a choice. Everyone should have the choice to take their own life in a medical way.
2. That suicide is wrong. They could also say that it is no their choice when they die, and that it is gods choice. But, some people do not have a religion, they do not believe in an afterlife. So, they should have the choice.
3. My opinion has been clearly stated. I do completely agree with euthanasia. If I were in her situation, I would do the same thing.