Class Ware Fare: Why Do We Really Give to the Poor?

This social experiment was one that really sickened me at times. “Fousey TUBE”, a popular Youtuber, conducted this experiment, which would go to open my eyes toward the upper class and their motivations for donating the poor. In the experiment “Fousey” does a little role reversal pretending to be a homeless man, who decides to give money to those who are more fortunate. Time after time, wealthy business executives walk by, and “Fousey” attempts to give them a few bucks. The business executives are beyond insulted by this gesture, often throw the money back at him, and say things like, [“are you kidding me, I could buy you”], or [“Are you trying to be funny?”]. The wealthy take being handed money as an insult, and practically spit in his face at the thought of someone giving them money. All “Fousey” was trying to get across was the idea that no one has ever gone poor from giving to people. He was trying to show that even though he doesn’t have much, but that people should still give. That it’s not what’s in your wallet, but what’s in your heart. These business executives had almost no hearts to speak of, and at one point “fousey” almost got into a fight because somebody threw the money in his face, and then went on a rant about his really expensive car and how he’s better than him. These are certainly extreme examples, being that it was the city of Los Angeles. However, it raises a good point. Why do we give to the poor? Is it because we’re so nice and generous, or is it because we feel like we’re entitled to because we are of higher class? Something to think about, and I’ll warn you, watching this might make you a bit cynical.

The Truth About Love

You’ll be happy to know that not all of these posts are depressing and cynical. This next one happens to be very empowering, and I think encourages a new way of thinking, which everyone should adopt. In this experiment, a giant x-ray monitor was placed on a stage in a public setting. One after one, people saw skeletons kissing, only to find out that they were two women or two men. Not only that, but they portrayed people of different religions, ages, and cultures all showing love for one another with a hug or a handshake etc. I think the way it was presented was genius. Because it goes to show that on the inside, we’re all the same. Just bone, with muscle fibers and organs. Which got me further thinking, in what way do we have the right to judge other peoples sexual orientation/preference, race, religion, culture, gender, or disability. You’re no different than me, and I’m no different than you. So I think we should really pay attention to what is being presented here, because it goes to truly show that we’re all human. We’re people who have the right to live how we want to live, and be who we want to be with, without having to be judged by other people. Next time you see two gay men, or married couples who are of a different race etc. I want you to understand that underneath all of this outer exterior, they’re just like you. Love has no gender, race, religion, disability, nor disability. Learn to accept, learn to love, learn to live and let live.

Rape on College Campuses: A University or Public Concern?

Rape on college campuses has been a rising issue for many years, and as a result colleges are starting to implement programs to educate their students on sexual conduct. BCC actually did something similar to this last semester where all student where required to complete educational online program that taught us about sexual conduct, when it’s okay to engage in it, when it’s not etc. Not too long ago I read a story from Rolling Story about an incident that occurred on the University of Virginia. In September of 2012, a UVA student who came to be known as “Jackie” entered college, eager to make new friends. She ended up being invited to Frat party by a Boy she happened to be attracted to. Once at the party, the Boy convinced her to come to his room, for the typical college “hook up”. However, not long after being in the dark room, she learned that they weren’t the only two in the room. In fact there were seven others, who wasted no time in committing this unimaginable act. It’s not something that should be gone into detail about, but she will certainly never be the same. As someone who would never even think about laying a violent hand on a woman, I was appalled by what happened here. Even worse, “Jackie” was pressured to not come out about the event by her peers, and worse yet, the school administration. Who both said that this story would ruin the School’s prestigious reputation. So not only does this poor girl have to live with the fact that this happened to her, but she can’t even tell anyone about it without being socially persecuted for doing so. Things like this are happening everywhere, in fact Bridgewater State University was involved in a scandal involving two rapes that occurred last September. Administration failed to notify students and faculty of those rapes, and they underwent considerable backlash. It is clear that these universities do not want that there reputation tarnished. But that’s not right, no one should be told to keep silent about rape, and students and faculty certainly deserve to know when they occur. It’s for everyone’s safety, and it’s sickening that this happens. If you are a victim or you know someone who is a victim, speak out, let justice be served. Don’t just stand there and do nothing, be the voice for the people who don’t have one.

Read the articles for yourself below:
 

http://www.rollingstone.com/culture/features/a-rape-on-campus-what-went-wrong-20150405?page=3

http://www.bostonglobe.com/metro/2014/10/01/bridgewater-state-univ-fails-notify-students-alleged-rapes/NLO2NNfYdWU31VdjALoVcI/story.html