Racial Divides, Immigration Laws, Order and Education

 Alright so I was not able to do this project this time but nonetheless, I watched our recorded presentations. And here are some of my thoughts on the process. I thought the groups did a good job on the study guides stating what each member of the group was going to present. It was organized by a PowerPoint with each member's name paired with the general subject of what they would present. I was kinda confused about what I was supposed to put in the project since I was also given a chapter that had zero information on the topic I was supposed to present so I had a difficult time going along with it plus I had other things going on with my personal life that interfered with my progression on the project. The second part was about the brochures which go more into detail about what's being presented.  Now let us start with the groups and their presentations

presentations from groups 1-3

Recent presentations we have given in class have shown us a variety of topics and problems relating to racism, immigration, and the law. Since politics, as well as the government, have a big impact on each of these topics, it was fascinating to learn about the information that was presented and what my classmates thought about some of the issues.

- Group 3 "Racial Divides and Immigration" .

One of the things they undertook that drew my attention was specifying precisely which common terms society frequently uses carelessly, without context or significance. the terminology like "biased displacement," "stereotypes," "racial hierarchy," etc. They discussed well-known, contentious linguistic topics. Because they are "in America, and in America, you speak English," many people frequently ask foreigners who reside in the US to speak English. More empathy and understanding are required in this case because this kind of patronizing communication can be damaging, especially to someone who is trying to learn the language.

The group also provided a brief historical review of legislation that was created based on race, including the 13th and 14th amendments, and the Jim Crow laws, which had a detrimental effect on society as a whole and impeded efforts to achieve equality (which gave freedom and more liberty to the African American community as a whole). Along the same lines, the lecture also highlighted contemporary challenges, many of which were related to the employment sector and some regulations that might be deemed "racist" or "discriminatory."

Immigration was the subject after discussing racial disparities. I was given insightful information and statistics on the average amount of immigrants (or aliens) entering the United States, and the results surprised me given how high the numbers were. 23% of immigrants enter the country illegally, compared to 77% who enter lawfully, totaling around 46 million individuals. These figures also revealed how many Americans see the immigration boom: while many believe it will have a good effect, particularly on the economy, others believe the opposite. It's a 50/50 chance, in my opinion. To have the chance to start a new life in America after making the effort to become legal or citizens, in my opinion, is fair to those who have done so. But those who don't care about or take part in becoming "Americans" shouldn't be allowed to come. People who immigrate to the United States, in my opinion, should at the very least be proud of becoming citizens since they chose this country as their place of residence or sanctuary, which says something about their outlook and decision-making.

- Part 2 "Law and Order"

The second group talked about the system of checks and balances and the judiciary branch. This presentation was one of my favorite sections because it made me think of the information you might learn in a course on American history as someone who enjoys history. From the standpoint of basic 101 civics, the group discussed law and order in America. However, they also present a worldview. It can occasionally come as a shock to discover that other societies do not enjoy the same privileges or levels of individual freedom as we do. There was talk of the UN and other international organizations. I learned and understood the importance of this association in establishing order and fostering peace and harmony on Earth.

Additionally, both local and national associations were honored during the presentation. I consequently reflected on how some occupations aren't given enough credit for being essential to upholding law and order. Numerous law firms, police departments, fire stations, etc., should receive the recognition they deserve. Occasionally, these workers sacrifice their time, mental health, and even vacation days to support their families. These jobs are challenging because of the time and dedication needed to pursue those career paths.

- Last but not least, my group discussed "Education and Healthcare."

This part of the presentation is, without a doubt, engaging to watch because I intend to work in the healthcare industry as a travel nurse. Seeing the research made about such outstanding scientists, historical medical figures, and healthcare innovators were incredibly fascinating. The healthcare section of the presentation tied everything together. Having two topics that are very similar in some ways was terrific. It's energizing to be required to complete a project that piques your interest. Further, the healthcare sector is the same with the support of education and its advancement.

Healthcare and education are mutually beneficial. My group focused on the more political aspects of education because it was such an intriguing topic. That was very instructive in understanding which political party supported what and how they advanced or regressed in the field of education. Since I was also learning these things for the first time, it should be no surprise that there was a lot of information to digest.

The group's efforts to prepare and present the presentation were made as best they could. The touch-ups were completed as best they could, like any other project. Despite my stress with this project and outside interference, I was much more relaxed when watching others finish their contributions.

Sincerely, I'm glad the group was able to pull through almost effortlessly.