In 2012 is Dr. King’s Dream Still Relevant?
Jan. 16, 2012 by Ryan Johnson.
August 28, 1963, one hundred years after the Emancipation Proclamation was declared by President Abraham Lincoln, the United States remained divided along racial lines. Segregation, or the legally mandated separation of black and white Americans persisted across the southern states of the country. Using repetition as his rhetorical device Dr. Martin Luther King, civil rights [...]
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“PUKE” GATE: Politician Speaking His Mind Leads to Walk Out at Downey Council Meeting
Jan. 13, 2012 by Ryan Johnson.
It is often said by voters that what they value in a politician is honesty and integrity. It is often said by constituents that what they value in a politician is someone who will tell the truth, speak his or her mind, and someone who is not bought by the special interests. People do not [...]
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Drones: The Beginning of the End
Jan. 10, 2012 by Ryan Johnson.
One of the biggest question marks going into the future is the increasing use of military (UAVs) unmanned aerial vehicles, more famously known as “drones” in international conflict. According to a Council on Foreign Relations report from June 2010, the United States operates at least two separate drone programs in the Afghanistan-Pakistan area. One run [...]
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‘No Gender Left Behind’ in Rape’s New Definition Could Have Unintended Consequences
Jan. 06, 2012 by Ryan Johnson.
In 1927 the definition of rape was “the carnal knowledge of a female, forcibly and against her will” (www.cnn.com). The implication was that only women, not men could be raped, and that rape was only constituted by non consensual penetration of the vagina. Today the US Justice Department announced that the definition of rape has [...]
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2012 Will Be An Exciting Year for myRAWpolitics.com
Dec. 24, 2011 by Ryan Johnson.
The year 2012 will see many new changes coming to myRAWpolitics both cosmetically and behind the scenes. New contributors, and partners will be coming into the fold to present even more perspectives on all things political, social, economic, and cultural to young people and the local citizens of southern California. Exclusive interviews with Downey City [...]
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Shark Fin Ban: Environmental Protection or Politicizing???
Dec. 24, 2011 by Ryan Johnson.
On Friday December 23, 2011 Governor Jerry Brown signed Assembly Bill 376 into law which prohibits the sale, trade, and possession of shark fins subsequently outlawing the sale of popular Asian delicacy shark fin soup. “The practice of cutting the fins off of living sharks and dumping them back in the ocean is not only [...]
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The Future of North Korea: Promise or Peril???
Dec. 20, 2011 by Ryan Johnson.
The passing of North Korean leader Kim Jong Il signifies more than the simple succession of power. The passing of Kim Jong Il marks the beginning of an unknown period that has prompted US officials to place the military on high alert (www.cnn.com). Now the focus shifts to the late leader’s son Kim Jong Un [...]
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Republicans Debate Immigration in Sioux City
Dec. 16, 2011 by Ryan Johnson.
Republican candidates tangle over immigration issues facing the United States, as they gear up for the upcoming Iowa caucuses.
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Marquez and Guerra Square Off at Downey Council Meeting
Dec. 15, 2011 by Ryan Johnson.
Former Downey Mayor Luis Marquez, and outspoken Councilman Mario Guerra had a heated exchange regarding city expenditures on golf lights. The exchange left some residents wondering when the UFC pay per view will be held between the two councilman. Here is the story exclusively from the Downey Beat
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Suburban Renaissance in the City of Downey
Dec. 10, 2011 by Ryan Johnson.
Ryan Johnson sits down with Val Flores, and Jamie Rowland to discuss the suburban renaissance taking place in the city of Downey California.
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