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ks · 11-14-2001, 08:58 PM

I'm presenting a speech tomorrow and I lack one point. In what way is America selfish?
Any help would be much appreciated. I need it ASAP please

ks

KerriBerri687 · 11-14-2001, 09:02 PM

i have no idea

... but i wish u a lot of luck tomorrow jo!!

ks · 11-14-2001, 09:08 PM

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Originally posted by Blair n' Jo Rock:
i have no idea ... but i wish u a lot of luck tomorrow jo!!

Gracias, Blair!

ks

Max Whittaker · 11-14-2001, 09:15 PM

America is selfish with money.

moofomoo · 11-14-2001, 09:19 PM

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Originally posted by ks:
In what way is America selfish?

Our monetary desires, as well as power greed. Our choice for freedom can be considered selfish too because we want to live our lives the way WE choose and not let anyone else control us. We want to be led, not forced into making decisions...some people in other cultures would consider that selfish.

There's other ways, but you need to think about them...lol, I won't give you all the answers. Just think about our culture as opposed to others and it shouldn't be too hard.

**Gracie**

ks · 11-14-2001, 09:23 PM

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Originally posted by moofomoo:
Our monetary desires, as well as power greed. Our choice for freedom can be considered selfish too because we want to live our lives the way WE choose and not let anyone else control us. We want to be led, not forced into making decisions...some people in other cultures would consider that selfish.

There's other ways, but you need to think about them...lol, I won't give you all the answers. Just think about our culture as opposed to others and it shouldn't be too hard.

**Gracie**

Thanks! Don't worry, that is all I needed. I already had four reasons, and I just needed a fifth. Thank you very much for your help!
Thanks to you as well, Max, now I have extra credit topics

ks

Max Whittaker · 11-14-2001, 09:25 PM

No prob,Bob!

Kay Scarpetta · 11-14-2001, 10:37 PM

Hey, Good luck

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AllIWantIsYourClutch · 11-14-2001, 10:58 PM

*clears throat* I will now post my essay...might be a lil helpful......

Is freedom really free? Well, Merriam-Webster’s Dictionary defines freedom as a political right; liberation; independence. Does that definition apply to our country? Lets start with the constitution.

The constitution gives us 5 basic freedoms. Those freedoms are speech, religion, press, assembly, and petition. If a person strongly expresses their opinion in a newspaper, they are guaranteed the freedoms of press and speech, yet they get punished for voicing their opinion. A group of students gather to petition against something they believe strongly in. The protest, however, gets out of hand and people are arrested. Yet again, freedoms listed in the first amendment are denied.

When freedom is mentioned, one of the first things to come to mind is money. Americans are free to have jobs and earn a salary to support themselves and their families. If this is true, then why do we pay taxes? That almost defeats the purpose of having a job. You work very hard to earn money for your family, and when April 15th comes around, you end up giving a large amount back to the government.

After the civil war, Abraham Lincoln abolished slavery and gave slaves freedom. Even after that, there were still many slaves in the south. Also, African-Americans still did not have the same rights and freedoms as white people. Black students could not attend all-white schools until 1954, when all schools were desegregated. In 1955, black people were not given the freedom to sit in the front of the bus. The 15th Amendment finally gave black men the right to vote, but that was almost 5 years after the end of the Civil War.

Women also have had difficulties with freedom. In the past, women’s only jobs were to cook, clean, and take care of the children. Women did not have jobs. They couldn’t vote or make any big decisions. Later, in the 1900’s, women could have jobs, but they were being discriminated, even if they were fully qualified for the position. That is not considered freedom. Then, in the 1960’s, women were finally considered equal. They were finally free, or so they thought. Today, women aren’t treated with the same equality as men. The indications are more subtle now, but women are still treated slightly unfairly.

Sure, people like to say that Americans are free, but are we? We have 5 freedoms in the First Amendment, but those are only active to a certain extent. We are able to have jobs, only if we give the government part of our hard earned money. African-Americans were given freedom after the civil war, but they weren’t completely free right away. As much as women have fought for freedom, they aren’t entirely free. So, back to the question, is freedom really free? In my opinion, I don’t think freedom means 100% free all the time, but it is free on some level. We in America have more so-called “freedom” than some other countries in the world, so we should all be thankful that we have the amount of freedom that we have.

OK so it sucked....big deal

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Bootsy Whoosh · 11-14-2001, 11:31 PM

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Originally posted by NancyRulz24:
OK so it sucked....big deal

I don't think it sucked...you took a stance and backed yourself up clearly, and even more, you took a semi-unpopular stance(especially at this point in time), and that is also to be admired.

I think it deserves an A.

DarleneIllyria · 11-15-2001, 08:57 AM

I thought it was good too! I think you'll def get an A +.

nancysbiggestfan · 11-16-2001, 05:39 PM

How do you think you done ks? Lemme know.

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11-14-2001, 08:58 PM	#1
ks Certifiably Insane Forum Veteran Join Date: Dec 21, 2000 Location: I live in my hole... Posts: 5,501	Help! I'm presenting a speech tomorrow and I lack one point. In what way is America selfish? Any help would be much appreciated. I need it ASAP please ks

11-14-2001, 09:02 PM	#2
KerriBerri687 defying gravity Senior Member Join Date: Jan 13, 2001 Location: you'll find me in Emerald City...I'm the green one with the flying monkeys Posts: 2,869	i have no idea ... but i wish u a lot of luck tomorrow jo!!

11-14-2001, 09:15 PM	#4
Max Whittaker I want Serenity back Forum Veteran Join Date: Apr 30, 2001 Posts: 6,180	America is selfish with money.

11-14-2001, 09:25 PM	#7
Max Whittaker I want Serenity back Forum Veteran Join Date: Apr 30, 2001 Posts: 6,180	No prob,Bob!

11-14-2001, 10:37 PM	#8
Kay Scarpetta Defy Gravity 8.26.05 Forum Superstar Join Date: Jul 04, 2001 Location: La Vie Boheme Posts: 28,013	Hey, Good luck ------------------ °·.¤-Karli Cauble-the Lisa Cult-¤.·° aka Karli Chica Bungalow, aka Vanilla Martinez, aka Ivy Hutchins, aka Goddess #2, aka Kiwi Coco Puff Check out my site about the bestest most awesomeness person in the world: The Beautiful, Wonderful, Talented, Exquisite... Lisa Whelchel

11-14-2001, 10:58 PM	#9
AllIWantIsYourClutch peaceout. Forum Icon Join Date: Aug 02, 2001 Location: Illinois. Posts: 53,424	clears throat I will now post my essay...might be a lil helpful...... Is freedom really free? Well, Merriam-Webster’s Dictionary defines freedom as a political right; liberation; independence. Does that definition apply to our country? Lets start with the constitution. The constitution gives us 5 basic freedoms. Those freedoms are speech, religion, press, assembly, and petition. If a person strongly expresses their opinion in a newspaper, they are guaranteed the freedoms of press and speech, yet they get punished for voicing their opinion. A group of students gather to petition against something they believe strongly in. The protest, however, gets out of hand and people are arrested. Yet again, freedoms listed in the first amendment are denied. When freedom is mentioned, one of the first things to come to mind is money. Americans are free to have jobs and earn a salary to support themselves and their families. If this is true, then why do we pay taxes? That almost defeats the purpose of having a job. You work very hard to earn money for your family, and when April 15th comes around, you end up giving a large amount back to the government. After the civil war, Abraham Lincoln abolished slavery and gave slaves freedom. Even after that, there were still many slaves in the south. Also, African-Americans still did not have the same rights and freedoms as white people. Black students could not attend all-white schools until 1954, when all schools were desegregated. In 1955, black people were not given the freedom to sit in the front of the bus. The 15th Amendment finally gave black men the right to vote, but that was almost 5 years after the end of the Civil War. Women also have had difficulties with freedom. In the past, women’s only jobs were to cook, clean, and take care of the children. Women did not have jobs. They couldn’t vote or make any big decisions. Later, in the 1900’s, women could have jobs, but they were being discriminated, even if they were fully qualified for the position. That is not considered freedom. Then, in the 1960’s, women were finally considered equal. They were finally free, or so they thought. Today, women aren’t treated with the same equality as men. The indications are more subtle now, but women are still treated slightly unfairly. Sure, people like to say that Americans are free, but are we? We have 5 freedoms in the First Amendment, but those are only active to a certain extent. We are able to have jobs, only if we give the government part of our hard earned money. African-Americans were given freedom after the civil war, but they weren’t completely free right away. As much as women have fought for freedom, they aren’t entirely free. So, back to the question, is freedom really free? In my opinion, I don’t think freedom means 100% free all the time, but it is free on some level. We in America have more so-called “freedom” than some other countries in the world, so we should all be thankful that we have the amount of freedom that we have. OK so it sucked....big deal ------------------ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~Amy~ CookieCupcake24@aol.com AIM- MacNCheeze565 SFPDInspectorCD "Oh please, folks, don't be shy! Apparently anyone is welcome to crap all over me tonight,so step right on up!"~ Jinny Exstead. "I give people chances who earn them...except insurance guys."~ C.D. DeLorenzo. Rose~ It's a letter from St. Olaf. It's from the Department of Water and Coffee. Blanche~ Coffee? Rose~ No thanks. It makes me jumpy. Too often we lose sight of life's simple pleasures. Remember, when someone annoys you it takes 42 muscles in your face to frown, BUT, it only takes 4 muscles to extend your arm and bth-slap that mother @#?!&! upside the head. ************************* DON'T CALL ME EASY MAC! http://www.nancymckeon-division.cityslide.com

11-15-2001, 08:57 AM	#11
DarleneIllyria Gone Forum Star Join Date: Oct 15, 2000 Posts: 19,086	I thought it was good too! I think you'll def get an A +.

11-16-2001, 05:39 PM	#12
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