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WEEK 8 BLOG ASSIGNMENT (2/27 - 3/4)

React to the episode of "What Would You Do" that we viewed in class regarding the Harassing Boss. 

How would you want to react in that situation?  How do you think you actually would react?  (PART I due by 3/1; PART II due by 3/4)

WEEK 7 BLOG (2/20 - 2/26)

During class today we discussed the idea of seperation of church and state.  Ideas were presented in support of the idea, but some said that it doesn't really exist when making decisions.  Ideas were also presented about the state of our society today and reactions toward public prayer.

For PART I, continue the discussion.  For PART II, respond to other people's thoughts.  (PART I due by 2/23; PART II due by 2/26)

WEEK 6 BLOG (2/13 - 2/19)

This week's blog assignment revolves around the debate that has raged over the past couple weeks concerning Nuclear Weapons. 

Pretty simple, where do you stand?  What should we do?  (PART I due 2/16; PART II due 2/19)

NEW RULES FOR ROUND 2 BLOGS

Don't forget that we are now in Round 2.  You will continue to post an answer to the question, but it will now be due by Thursday each week (this will be called PART I).  You will also be required to make two additional posts responding to someone else's answer (this will be called PART II).  This needs to be done in two seperate posts (not two comments on the same posting) and is due by Sunday each week.

WEEK 5 BLOG (2/6 - 2/12)

This past week, Indianapolis hosted the Superbowl.  There have been many opinions reported and written about the performance of this city as host.  For the most part, these reviews have been very positive. 

http://pharostribune.com/local/x2009903716/Indy-on-top-of-its-game-Super-Bowl-host-city-earns-rave-reviews

http://www.indystar.com/article/20120207/NEWS11/202070318/Indianapolis-scores-high-marks-Super-Bowl-2012

Because of this, many have written that they believe Indy should become a regular host city. 

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1049864-super-bowl-2012-why-big-game-should-return-to-indianapolis-in-near-future

Along with that, speculation has arisen that the city may bid to possibly host the game again in the near future. 

http://www.indystar.com/article/20120206/NEWS11/120206027/Indy-could-host-another-Super-Bowl-by-2017-organizers-say

With all of this being said, should the city invest the time / money / effort into trying to lure another Superbowl to Indy?  Was it worth the price that was paid (time / money / hassle / road closures / etc.)  Does the city ultimately benefit enough from playing host to the game to make it worthwhile?  If so, how often is reasonable?  Do you think that the weather played that big of a role in people's opinions?  (PART I due by 2/10; PART II due by 2/12)

WEEK 4 BLOG (1/30 - 2/5)

The U.S. Intel head has released what he believes to be the greatest threats to the U.S. in 2012...

http://news.yahoo.com/u-intel-head-james-clapper-greatest-threats-2012-152537144--abc-news.html

Which of the scenarios concerns you the most and why?  (due by 2/5)

WEEK 3 BLOG (1/23 - 1/29)

State of the Union

HIGHLIGHTS

FULL VERSION

and the Republican Response

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iE_SJc4_A6M

Your thoughts...GO!

(due by 1/29)

WEEK 2 BLOG (1/16 - 1/22)

In the wake of the Costa Concordia cruise ship crash, there have been differing opinions on whom to hold responsible.  There have also been differing opinions on how to hold those people / organizations responsible.  Even further, it's not entirely clear where they should be held responsible...

http://abcnews.go.com/Business/carnival-cruise-survivors-differ-pursue-legal-action-crash/story?id=15396729

Who do you think bears the most responsibility in all of this?  Should Carnival (the company that operates the ship) shoulder some of the blame or does it solely lie with Captain Francesco Schettino?  Do the reports that he was having dinner and not at the helm during the accident make any difference in who is responsible?  Should the passengers be able to sue, or is this just something that you risk when you take a cruise?  Should this be an issue taken up in Italy (where it occurred) or in the United States (where Carnival is headquartered)?  (due by 1/22)

WEEK 1 BLOG (1/9 - 1/15)

All of the attention so far in this legislative session in the Indiana Statehouse has been focused on one bill - "Right to Work." It began last year with the democrats in the House of Representatives staging a walk-out to prevent a vote from taking place...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wdLv10CD994

After republicans agreed to table the bill, democrats returned and business forged ahead.  "Right to Work" was brought up once again during this legislative session to a similar reaction by democrats...

http://thenewamerican.com/usnews/politics/10446-indiana-house-democrats-boycott-right-to-work-legislation

Now it appears as if republicans are making concessions to encourage the democrats to return to the House of Representatives and allow for a vote to take place...

http://www.indystar.com/article/20120113/NEWS05/120113016/Bosma-will-allow-Democrats-offer-right-work-referendum-amendment?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|IndyStar.com

This also involves allowing for the possibility of the public being allowed to vote on the fate of the bill in a referendum rather than it being decided in Congress.

Based on everything that has been discussed / what you've researched, should this be getting the attention that it has so far?  Is this bill that big of a deal?  Should it be decided by lawmakers or by the public?  Ultimately, is "Right to Work" a good idea for Indiana?  (due by 1/15)

Spring 2012 Blog Assignments

This is the Blog Site for the Roncalli Global Issues class for Spring 2012.