Speaker Monday at 8pm

Greatings-

This is a little bit of a promotion, but I really think all of you who are able to attend the guest speaker on Monday. Her name is Angela Davis. It will be a fantastic experience, especially for those who are interested in racism and women's rights. I had the opportunity to read of one books for one of Dr. Reichard's previous classes about the prison system, and it was eye opening to say the least. I know our professors will encourage us to attend this event, but I thought I would maybe mean something different coming from a fellow student. It will be enlightening and will not disappoint. Look forward to seeing some of you there.

Some good Free Speech quotes

The jaws of power are always open to devour, and her arm is always stretched out, if possible, to destroy the freedom of thinking, speaking, and writing.
~John adams.

It is the duty of the officials to prevent or suppress the threatened disorder with a firm hand instead of timidly yielding to threats…. Surely a speaker ought not to be suppressed because his opponents propose to use violence. It is they who should suffer from their lawlessness, not he.
~American Bar Association

I thank God, we have not free schools nor printing; and I hope we shall not have these hundred years. For learning has brought disobedience, and heresy and sects into the world; and printing has divulged them and libels against the government. God keep us from both!
~Sir William Berkely

If the freedom of speech is taken away then dumb and silent we may be led, like sheep to the slaughter.
~George Washington

I have always been among those who believed that the greatest freedom of speech was the greatest safety, because if a man is a fool the best thing to do is to encourage him to advertise the fact by speaking.
~Woodrow Wilson( this one is funny)

super delegate

This is an email from Obama's campaign, it brings up the issue of superdelegates v regular delegates. I am looking for some feedback such as, do u know the difference, if so what do you think about the superdelegates and do you think it is fair.

Thanks

Friend --
As you've probably heard, there could be a wildcard in the race for the Democratic nomination.
We firmly believe that the candidate who has won the most pledged delegates -- the result of having more voters in more places supporting your campaign -- will be the Democratic nominee.
But to be safe, we are working to attract the support of "superdelegates" -- party officials and Democratic officeholders from across the country -- who also have a vote at the Democratic National Convention.
You may already know some superdelegates -- they include senators, governors, and even former presidents and vice presidents. But many others are ordinary people who hold positions in the state and local party operations.
These nearly 800 superdelegates will vote alongside the more than 3,000 pledged delegates who are chosen in the various state primaries and caucuses. The candidate that gets a majority of all delegates (superdelegates and pledged delegates combined) will be the Democratic nominee for president.
Right now, Barack is ahead in the contest for pledged delegates. We've won 23 contests out of the 35 that have been held so far -- including the last 8 in a row. And with our decisive victories in Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, DC on Tuesday, we now lead by more than 135 pledged delegates in the race for the Democratic nomination.
While we intend to continue winning states and expanding our lead among the pledged delegates, and believe that will likely ensure that Barack is the Democratic nominee, we're also doing the work of reaching out to superdelegates and making sure as many as possible support Barack Obama.
Here's where you can play a key role.
Our work so far has taught us one important lesson: that your personal story about why you support Barack Obama is often the most powerful persuasion tool for someone who's undecided. That's true whether that undecided voter is your neighbor or a superdelegate.
The story of where you're from, what brought you into the political process, the issues that matter to you, and why you became part of this movement has the potential to inspire someone who could cast a deciding vote in this contest.
Our staff will compile stories from supporters like you and make them a key part of the conversation with superdelegates as Barack asks for their support.
Share your story to help persuade superdelegates now:
http://my.barackobama.com/superdelegates
I've received a lot of email from folks asking how best to help with the superdelegate effort, and this is it.
Your note, combined with those of other Obama supporters, will tell the story of an extraordinary movement of ordinary people -- a story with a common thread of hope that becomes all the more powerful when it brings together the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our supporters.
Together we're building something historic, and your story can help make someone else a part of it.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Thank you,
David
David PlouffeCampaign ManagerObama for America

Heated Debate!!!!!!!!!!!!!! A must watch!!!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ND76uPySDKY Part 1

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8xmpunA8nko&feature=related Part 2

This is a heated debate on CNN from a couple days ago on the issue of media responsibility and hate speech. This is a good on.

Here are some questiongs to think about....

What is hate speech?

Is CNN and Lou Dobbs resposible?

and finally, who wont this argument?

Look forward to your comments and opinions,

Thanks.

Presidental help

I am currently in HCOM 260 and in reviewing some of the election coverage, I stubbled across this website from the washington post. It allows a reader to go to each prodominate candidate and look at the issues in a new interesting way. I encourage you all to check it out and let me know what you think. We all need to be as informed as possible when it comes time to vote!!!
Click Here to get to the site and check it out.

Thanks have a good weekend and be safe.