You may be wondering who will be the new Student Body Mayor next year after our present mayor, Luke Lansman graduates. Alex and Hannah give you the answers to your questions in this video introducing our new Student Body Mayor, Ellen Klitgaard, to you. Enjoy!
Showing posts with label Politics. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Politics. Show all posts
Sunday, February 14, 2010
Monday, November 23, 2009
Generation Disrespex by Joe Schmitz
As Thanksgiving rapidly approaches I would like to point out the lack of thanks in most kids today. The majority of children; from elementary school, to even college students; have a large disregard for the things they are given. I have seen first hand how kids take everything for granted. They have this inexplicable feeling of entitlement. They feel everything needs to be handed to them, thats what their parents teach them and thats what they are used to. Parents today bathe their children with trinkets and other unnecessary items because if they don’t they have to deal with whining. Parents ruin their children by giving everything thing they want and little of what they need. Children today need a better feeling for respect. Most of them have no respect for their elders. They say what they want, and do what they want; if not, they throw a tantrum. Parents spoil their children and smother to the point where the kids believe they just have a right to everything. By always telling children that every little mistake you make is okay, you condone the consensus that no mater what you do, you’ll get another chance. If kids are allowed to repeat their mistakes or wrongs without reprimand it babies them into a sense of naive disrespect. Adults leave no punishment to their young when they disrespect other, so it carries on to when they are older. They keep doing what they want and completely ignoring the fact that what they do and say are out of line. If more parents would step and bring consequences upon their children when they are disrespectful, I believe, that todays generation would be much harder working and caring. Parents are there to ensure their children grow up to be respectful productive citizens, not to be their friends.
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Abortion: The Right to Kill? - Chris Schaben
The teenage girl walks into the clinic in California, where parental consent isn’t needed to get an abortion. Now her parents, boyfriend, friends, or family members will never know about any of this. She will always have this moment on her conscience and will hide this secret murder for the rest of her life. Meanwhile, a few miles away, a man is consoling his crying wife. She had just received a phone call from her doctor, who had told her that she would never be able to give birth. Now they will be put on a waiting list until a child is available for them to adopt. And thanks to the teenage girl’s choice, the couple may have to wait even longer. The teenage girl gets to make a choice, but what about the childless couple and the aborted baby. Do they get a choice? Abortion is immoral and a form of murder. Why do women get to make the choice of whether an unborn baby lives or dies? Why do women get this right to kill?
The right to an abortion was stated to be constitutional by the Supreme Court in the 1973 case Roe v. Wade. The Court held that a woman may abort her pregnancy for any reason, up until the "point at which the fetus becomes viable.” The Court defined viability as the potential "to live outside the mother's womb.” However, isn’t the right to life our primary right in the United States? People that say abortion is a right are not thinking about the rights of the unborn child. A fetus should get the same right to be born and have a life like everybody else. That right to be born overrides the mother’s right to make decisions about her body since her decision to abort affects the life of another human being, the unborn baby.
Abortion occurs across America way too often! According to statistics, almost half, 43%, of American women will have an abortion in their lifetime! Also, 1.4 million women have abortions every year. This means that 1.4 million humans are killed. One of those 1.4 million could have done something great in the world if only they had been born! So, why do women get abortions? In a 1987 survey, “76 percent said they were concerned about how having a baby could change their lives, and 51 percent had problems with a relationship or wanted to avoid single parenthood. Thirteen percent cited health of the fetus; 7 percent the health of the mother; 1 percent rape or incest."
The so-called pro-choice supporters will say that abortion is alright because the fetus in not technically a human being until a certain point. This is a lie! Life begins at conception. People that say life begins at birth are trying to fool themselves and others into condoning an immoral act. The fact that a fetus is human is also backed up by scientists and medical authorities across the country. They say that a fetus has 46 distinct human chromosomes just like everybody else! From conception, the gender, eye color, and hair color of the new human are already determined!
The phrase “pro-choice” is very strange in a way. Why should women get a choice to kill an innocent human being? They’ve already made the choice of having sex. All women know that choosing to have sex could result in pregnancy. Of course, there are situations when women feel it is a necessity to get an abortion. These tough situations include rape and incest, teenage pregnancies, and deformed or handicapped children. As William P. Sanders points out, however, “we must remember the child is still an innocent human being who through no fault of his own was conceived." In other words, even though the child may seem undesirable for certain reasons, it is not the child’s fault that they exist. Take the situation of rape, for instance. Obviously, the woman didn’t choose to get pregnant, but just because a rapist impregnated a woman doesn’t mean the child will grow up to be a rapist.
For all women who simply can’t handle raising a child, there is a much better, alternative answer. There is always a couple looking to adopt. “In 1999 there were 2 million couples seeking to adopt. Unfortunately, there are only 30,000 children available for placement each year.” Another fact is that the number of infertile couples in the United States exceeds 1 million. Remember that there are 1.4 million abortions each year, which drastically reduces the chance of these infertile couples from receiving a child. If women become pregnant but don’t want the baby, they should just remember that there are women who can never have children of their own. “Over 1 million teenagers become pregnant each year. Over 40% choose abortion and only 2 – 3% place their child for adoption." These teenage girls and other women who choose abortion over adoption don’t want to go through the 9 months of carrying a child. Women who think this way are in quite selfish in a way. Why can’t a woman give a few short months of her life to give an infertile couple and an adopted child a lifetime of happiness?
A sharp pair of surgical scissors is inserted into the fetus’s skull and a suction tube is used to remove the brain matter. The fetus’s skull is then collapsed and the fetus is then removed from the woman completley. This is not something from a horror movie. This is an actual method of surgical abortion known as IDE. This process is actually one of the less common methods of abortion, but the thought of this happening should make anybody want to throw up. According to statistics, “nearly 90% of abortions take place within the first 13 weeks, commonly known as the first trimester." This shouldn’t matter though. No matter what stage a pregnancy is terminated, a human is being killed. Abortion is immoral and a form of murder. Give an unborn child the right to life. It’s a right no woman should be able to take away! So, who's with me? Do you feel that an innocent life is being destroyed through abortion? Or do you believe that it's a woman's choice of who lives or dies?
The right to an abortion was stated to be constitutional by the Supreme Court in the 1973 case Roe v. Wade. The Court held that a woman may abort her pregnancy for any reason, up until the "point at which the fetus becomes viable.” The Court defined viability as the potential "to live outside the mother's womb.” However, isn’t the right to life our primary right in the United States? People that say abortion is a right are not thinking about the rights of the unborn child. A fetus should get the same right to be born and have a life like everybody else. That right to be born overrides the mother’s right to make decisions about her body since her decision to abort affects the life of another human being, the unborn baby.
Abortion occurs across America way too often! According to statistics, almost half, 43%, of American women will have an abortion in their lifetime! Also, 1.4 million women have abortions every year. This means that 1.4 million humans are killed. One of those 1.4 million could have done something great in the world if only they had been born! So, why do women get abortions? In a 1987 survey, “76 percent said they were concerned about how having a baby could change their lives, and 51 percent had problems with a relationship or wanted to avoid single parenthood. Thirteen percent cited health of the fetus; 7 percent the health of the mother; 1 percent rape or incest."
The so-called pro-choice supporters will say that abortion is alright because the fetus in not technically a human being until a certain point. This is a lie! Life begins at conception. People that say life begins at birth are trying to fool themselves and others into condoning an immoral act. The fact that a fetus is human is also backed up by scientists and medical authorities across the country. They say that a fetus has 46 distinct human chromosomes just like everybody else! From conception, the gender, eye color, and hair color of the new human are already determined!
The phrase “pro-choice” is very strange in a way. Why should women get a choice to kill an innocent human being? They’ve already made the choice of having sex. All women know that choosing to have sex could result in pregnancy. Of course, there are situations when women feel it is a necessity to get an abortion. These tough situations include rape and incest, teenage pregnancies, and deformed or handicapped children. As William P. Sanders points out, however, “we must remember the child is still an innocent human being who through no fault of his own was conceived." In other words, even though the child may seem undesirable for certain reasons, it is not the child’s fault that they exist. Take the situation of rape, for instance. Obviously, the woman didn’t choose to get pregnant, but just because a rapist impregnated a woman doesn’t mean the child will grow up to be a rapist.
For all women who simply can’t handle raising a child, there is a much better, alternative answer. There is always a couple looking to adopt. “In 1999 there were 2 million couples seeking to adopt. Unfortunately, there are only 30,000 children available for placement each year.” Another fact is that the number of infertile couples in the United States exceeds 1 million. Remember that there are 1.4 million abortions each year, which drastically reduces the chance of these infertile couples from receiving a child. If women become pregnant but don’t want the baby, they should just remember that there are women who can never have children of their own. “Over 1 million teenagers become pregnant each year. Over 40% choose abortion and only 2 – 3% place their child for adoption." These teenage girls and other women who choose abortion over adoption don’t want to go through the 9 months of carrying a child. Women who think this way are in quite selfish in a way. Why can’t a woman give a few short months of her life to give an infertile couple and an adopted child a lifetime of happiness?
A sharp pair of surgical scissors is inserted into the fetus’s skull and a suction tube is used to remove the brain matter. The fetus’s skull is then collapsed and the fetus is then removed from the woman completley. This is not something from a horror movie. This is an actual method of surgical abortion known as IDE. This process is actually one of the less common methods of abortion, but the thought of this happening should make anybody want to throw up. According to statistics, “nearly 90% of abortions take place within the first 13 weeks, commonly known as the first trimester." This shouldn’t matter though. No matter what stage a pregnancy is terminated, a human is being killed. Abortion is immoral and a form of murder. Give an unborn child the right to life. It’s a right no woman should be able to take away! So, who's with me? Do you feel that an innocent life is being destroyed through abortion? Or do you believe that it's a woman's choice of who lives or dies?
Saturday, October 10, 2009
Josh Gear for Mayor!
Josh Gear for Mayor! from Chad Bruns on Vimeo.
Many of you probably know Josh Gear. He graduated from HCHS in 2008. But did you know he's running for mayor of Harlan this year? Well, he is! Watch this video to see why he decided to run and what changes he plans to make if he is elected mayor. And don't forget to vote for him on November 3rd!
Friday, January 23, 2009
2009 Inauguration of Barack H. Obama
A Historical moment in history caught on tape and brought to you by Kassie, June, and Ranae. Yes We Can!
Monday, December 15, 2008
Mock and Trial
This is a preview of the upcoming mock trial program. There will be a meeting Tuesday,16th in Murtaugh's room. This is the first video in a 2 part series. NOTE: There is no arresting involved in Mock Trial
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Jack Drake vs Ron Rosmann--The Debate at HCHS
Enjoy the entire debate between Jack Drake and Ron Rosmann held at Harlan Community High School on Wednesday, October 29th.
Untitled from Chad Bruns on Vimeo.
Untitled from Chad Bruns on Vimeo.
Friday, October 10, 2008
Saturday, March 29, 2008
Teenage President Good or Bad? You Be the Judge
This is the views of the key topics of the 2008 presidental election of Michael6. The topics are: 1) The Iraq War 2) Terrorism 3) Health Care 4)Education 5) Crime 6)Immigration 7) Family Values 8) Religion
These are the views of the topics of the 2008 presidental election of Alli6.
1)The Iraq War:
I think that the troops should stay there and help get the Iraq Government working again.
2)Terrorism:
I think that it should be stopped and that we should just destroy all the bad and really harmful weapons that make terrorism flourish.
3)Health Care:
I think that everyone should be offered health care because some people work two or mor jobs that don't offer health care.
4)Education:
I think there should be alot put in to the education of students like more qualified teachers and better information books.
5)Crime:
I think some states should band guns and others don't as much to bring crime down. I would like crime to go away but it can only drop.
6)Immigration:
I think that other people from other countries should have the opportunity to restart their lives but should have to go threw a process to get in to the United States.
7)Family Values:
I think family values are very important because without them you don't really know what you should and shouldn't do.
8)Religion:
I think everyone should have a religion because your religion can teach you morals and how to better your lives with this you could also lower the crime rate.
Sunday, October 14, 2007
Presidential Campaign Update
This is Evans2 for HCHS news. Hilary Clinton and Mitt Romney are the front runners in the polls for their respective parties. Hilary Clinton is the leader in the Democratic party with 40%. Mitt Romney has the Republican lead with 25%. I have interviewed two people about the presidential race and how they think it is going.
Q: Who do you think is going to win this election?
A1: Democrats, because the American public think that the Republicans got us into this mess and the Democrats will get us out.
A2: I can't predict that at this time. There is still a long way to go before the election.
Q: Have you disagreed with any of the candidates views?
A1: All of them.
A2: I disagree with many of the candidates concerning different issues. I think that you have to pick the candidate that best represents your ideals and values.
Q: Which candidate has appealed to you? Why?
A1: John McCain, because I think that he uses sound judgement and he is not too full of political hype.
A2: Hilary Clinton, because I think it is time for a woman to be president.
Q: What issues facing the nation would you like to see addressed when the new president takes office?
A1: Political hypocrisy.
A2: I would like to see the issues concerning health care addressed and also I feel the issue of immigration needs to be examined and the policies need to be changed.
This is Evans2 for HCHS news. Good bye!
Tuesday, September 25, 2007
Tuesday, September 4, 2007
Meet the Candidates-2008 Presidential Hopefuls
Hillary Clinton-Democrat-Senator-New York-Former First Lady
http://www.hillaryclinton.com
Rudy Giuliani-Republican-Former Mayor of New York City
http://www.joinrudy2008.com/
http://www.hillaryclinton.com
Rudy Giuliani-Republican-Former Mayor of New York City
http://www.joinrudy2008.com/
Friday, August 31, 2007
Meet the Candidates-2008 Presidential Hopefuls
Joe Biden-Democrat-Senator-Delaware
http://www.joebiden.com/home
Sam Brownback-Republican-Senator-Kansas
http://www.brownback.com/s/Home/tabid/127/Default.aspx
http://www.joebiden.com/home
Sam Brownback-Republican-Senator-Kansas
http://www.brownback.com/s/Home/tabid/127/Default.aspx
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