Washington party crashers

Michaele and Tareq Salahi crashed the White House state dinner last week. The Salahis denied that they crashed the party and claimed that they were actually invited. However, they were not on the invitation list of guests. However, some of the security say that they were denied entry on several occasions. They are aspiring reality TV stars.

The article continues arguing back and forth whether or not they were invited. They appeared on morning shows and Larry King Live. First there was "octo mom", "balloon boy", now there's these two. There's a familiar pattern with people trying to become instant stars with publicity. Luckily, they haven't done any harm. They just wanted to have a good time, go to the dinner, take a couple of pictures, etc. When is it going to be enough? The White House's security should be embarrassed. However, these people aren't getting arrested or going to jail, they're going on TV shows after TV shows. In my opinion, I seriously think they got away with it because (1) they look caucasian, (2) his wife is portrayed as a beautiful, blonde woman and (3) they look harmless.

I know damn well, if I were to pop out of no where with another guy, I would instantly be denied entrance and be on the news, with myself and my partner in crime in handcuffs.

Here is the article:

http://www.cnn.com/2009/POLITICS/12/02/state.dinner.couple/index.html?iref=allsearch

New fight in gay marriage battle

The gay marriage battle now moves to New Jersey. A bill that can legalize same-sex marriage comes up in the state. Massachusetts, Connecticut, new Hampshire, vermont and Iowa are currently the only states that allow same-sex marriage legally. New York's state senate defeated the bill when it came up a week ago.

Although the story itself was relatively short, it bothered me because I honestly don't understand what the big deal is. I'm not gay and I don't undertand how gay marriage will affect me or anyone around me. With divorce rates and percentages sky rocketing, I don't see what the big deal would be. I bet their divorce rate isn't going to be nearly as high as heterosexual marriages. Denying gay people the right to marry the person they are meant to be with makes a mockery of everything this country stands for, "liberty and justice for ALL." What happened to that?

We've had a history. There was a time where interracial marriages were illegal and unimaginable. But people have fought it, and today, it is legal. For those who have went through this horrific time, they should know exactaly how same-sex marriage supporters feel.

There's always going to be something for people to argue about and fight because all Americans are crabby and insecure with themselves that they have to put others down for the taking. Our differences should be put aside and we should all just support eachother. Hopefully, one day the country will learn to come together.

Here is the article: http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/12/07/new-fight-in-gay-marriage-battle/

Iphone records four men and their bias attack

I actually searched for this article when I was in class this morning after I heard it on the radio.

City police arrested four men (three were brothers and the fourth one was a friend) for an alleged bias attack against two Mexican men last month. The fight was recorded on a witness's iphone, who lived in a nearby apartment. While recording, the witness stated the blue Honda Civic's license plates. Two brothers were released on $15,000 bond and the oldest brother was held on $75,000 bond. Nothing was said about the fourth man.

This struck me because I personally know the three brothers. Whether it is a bias attack or issue, this is an example to the community that we clearly aren't united. There is a confusion of who's fault it is because it is believed that the Mexican men were the instigators and took the first swing. If someone took the first swing at me, I would sure fight them back!

However, this isn't the case. As many fights that I have been to in high school, I believe to avoid fights there must be some sort of respect. Someone in the incident must've crossed the other person's comfort zone and disrespected them.

Here's the article: http://www.newstimes.com/news/article/Four-charged-with-Danbury-bias-attack-taped-on-255663.php

Being single isn't that bad

Columnist Audrey Irvine writes in her column that she's fine being single at her age. Her family and friends are desperate to find her a spouse and try to set her up on dates. When she went to a barbeque at her friend's and saw a guy that they were trying to set her up with, she asked what they had in common besides a pulse and her friend answered, "Single."

She believes in your 20's, people are busy with parties, joining sororities and graduating on time. So no one cares about dating. When you're in your 30's, it's all about work and you don't have time for a relationship. However, by the age of 35- if you aren't dating, engaged or married- it's clear to everyone that you need help.

I like this article because it reminds me of myself. I'm only twenty years old and I'm not trying to find my soulmate or anything but sometimes I feel like I'm pressured to. I'm the youngest of four kids, my oldest brother and sister married in their mid twenties and my older brother is dating. I'm no in a relationship. I haven't been in since February. But the question of my life seems to be, "Why are you single?" or "Are you dating?" "You don't want a boyfriend?" But my favorite one from guys is "Why is a beautiful girl like you single?"

Because I run into scumbags like you. I'm busy. I go to school and I work two jobs. Sometimes I feel like I don't even have time for my family. And my family comes first of course. I've had my share of dating guys, having boyfriends and a serious relationship. But guys are either: broke, unlicensed, have no car, stupid or busy on that player status. IT'S TRUE!

When I have girl friends or even my brother come running to me because they're sad about the opposite sex, I sit there and wonder why. Or how does it come to this point? If the person doesn't make you happy, why are you with them? People are sad in relationships all the time and I believe you have to be happy with yourself before you can be happy with anyone else. But what is this void- this feeling that a lot of people have that they need filled by another person? I don't need anyone to complete me, I complete myelf. And I'm happy, happier than I have ever been. And whenever Prince Charming decides to come, he'll come. He can take his time for now.

Here is the article: http://www.cnn.com/2009/LIVING/personal/11/11/rrants.exhibit.a/index.html

Cellphones usage may cause cancer

Studies have shown that people who have been using cellphones for ten or more years are at risk of growing tumors because of raditation. It is most likely that the tumor will grow on the side of the head that the cellphone is exposed to more often. However, people who have tumors deny their claims of cellphone usage. The evidences are mixed. Furthermore, doctors believe changing cellphone use and habits don't show an incredible link. Bluetooth devices and headsets produce much less energy than cellphonse and are recommended to those who use cellphones daily. Experts suggest to get a cellphone with lower radio frequency energies.

Everyone uses cellphones even little kids. I find it surprising to see a ten year old walking around the mall with their friends and they all have cellphones. I honestly don't know which side to believe because the article also states that electromagnetic radiation given off by cellphones may be too weak to damage actual DNA but there may be indirect ways. Maybe we shouldn't be on our cellphones 24/7. There are times where I find myself talking on the phone while I'm driving (I know it's against the law, but don't lie- you do it too.) and I spot others doing it too when we come to a stop at a stoplight. And that's where the lightbulb for bluetooth or headset should come in. But we don't think of it or bother buying it because who wants to spend an extra 40 bucks on a bluetooth and spend the time trying to install it? I got a pink (ew) blue tooth for christmas last year and I haven't even used it. Nevertheless, do I even know where it is.

Cell phones that have the highest radio frequencies include Motorola V195s (being the highest), RIM BlackBerry Curve 8330 , LG Rumor 2, BlackBerry Bold, Samsung Instinct, T-Mobile Dash 3G, Sony Ericsson W350a, etc.

Here is the article: http://www.cnn.com/2009/HEALTH/11/10/cell.phones.cancer.tumors/index.html
Look up your phone: http://reviews.cnet.com/cell-phone-radiation-levels/

Barbie, meet Grace, Kara and Trichelle

For generations, little girls have been playing with Barbie as they were growing up. Barbie has been seen as the ideal image of the all American girl. But what is the all American girl suppose to look like?

When I was growing up, I played with many different types of barbies. However, they were mostly blonde hair, blue eyed, pink lipstick and came with all the right clothes. There was also, Ken, her lover and Kelly, the younger teenage version of her who was also blonde hair and blue eyed. The new African American Barbies are named Grace, Kara and Trichelle. They were created with more African American like features, including fuller lips and curlier hair. Many people are cheering on the dolls and others disagree saying that the dolls should have an afro or braids, which is more common among African American woman. I believe they should extend the hair styles and allow her to have long black hair, short black hair, afroes, braids and everything! Barbie comes with one hair style, I don't think it's that big of a deal...

Many people can think that the black barbie is unrealistic but honestly, I think it's a good idea. For younger chilren to accept their color and not question why they're different. I didn't have a black barbie... nevertheless, an Asian barbie unless it was Sporty Spice from Spice Girls but I only pretended she was Asian because her hair was black. Besides judging it and giving it mixed reviews, children are simple. They're happy with whatever they can get and what can help them identify themselves.

http://www.cnn.com/2009/LIVING/10/21/black.barbies.irpt/index.html

Rapper suspected in killings

On September 19, Richard Samuel McCroskey was arrested in connection with the killings of four people in Viriginia. He is a 20 year old rapper in the underground of "Horrorcore". Horrorcore isn't always referred to as rap music but is also affiliated with heavy metal. He sang and rapped about chopping people into pieces. Little is known about that kind of music because many people think it's corny.

He went by the name is Skyo Sam. Pshyco? I think so. However, he had many fans on YouTube and in one of the videos, he sings, "Last night I was the murderous rage. Now, I gotta get rid of the bodies before the corpses start to get rotting." One of his victims was emma Niederbrock, who was a fan and invtied him to frly from Calirfonia, visit and stay with her. However, the rest remains a mystery. A tow-truck driver gave the suspect a lift and said that he was the "stinkiest rascal I've ever smelled" but thought nothing of it. Investigators and authorities say that he told his friends about the killings. No other information was actually released.

For many people, music is therapy and gets the best of us. There should be appreciation for all types of music but horrorcore music gives its listeners grusome imagary. It's 2009 and people are still getting abducted, kidnapped, raped and killed for meeting up with strangers. People should learn from the news. You don't invite a stranger over your house and even allow them to stay over. I mean I love Jay-Z, Kid Cudi, Drake, Lil Wayne... even Kanye West but I'm not going to invite them over to stay over my house. Are you crazy? The kid sings about chopping people into pieces, what the hell was this girl thinking?

Parents should take a second and find out what they're kids are listening to. Or if your kid is a writer, singer or rapper- let em be! But make sure you're listening to what they're trying to say... I believe it couldn've been prevented if Emma's parents took time to see who she was talking to, find out what was going on in her life. She was only sixteen. And if Richard's parents were around- maybe they couldn've taken time to listen to him. Maybe he needed therapy? Or maybe just an ear to listen? And it all could've been prevented.

Music is going downhill nowadays. Old school hip-hop has faded and all these new upcoming artists aren't anywhere near its level. Make sure any type of music gives a positive message and doesn't encourage anything negative...

Here are the articles. http://www.cnn.com/2009/CRIME/10/06/virginia.horrorcore.killings/index.html
http://www.nbc12.com/Global/story.asp?S=11197354