On Friday April 10, Andrew Cazares and Fausto Manzera were pulled over on the Dan Ryan because of a flat tire. An alleged drunk driver was speeding and slammed into Andrew’s car causing his gas tank to explode leaving his car completely dismantled and tragically killing these two friends. The man then leaves the scene, but was shortly caught and taken into custody. It turns out that his blood alcohol level was more than three times the legal limit. Now the controversy comes when we find out the drunk driver was Joseph Frugoli, an 18 year veteran of the Chicago Police Department who was off-duty. The policeman was charged with reckless homicide, aggravated DUI and leaving the scene of an auto accident, yet still let out on bond. He has been reported to be in at least three other accidents one of which was similar to this one, yet all charges were either dropped or thrown out. Here is a link to a news video clip describing the accident. Do you think justice was served? Do you think police officers get away with much more because of their occupation? Do you think that they are being too harsh on Frugoli?
http://abclocal.go.com/wls/story?section=news/local&id=6754291
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Current Event (Silvia Gaucin)
On Friday April 10, Andrew Cazares and Fausto Manzera were pulled over on the Dan Ryan because of a flat tire. An alleged drunk driver was speeding and slammed into Andrew’s car causing his gas tank to explode leaving his car completely dismantled and tragically killing these two friends. The man then leaves the scene, but was shortly caught and taken into custody. It turns out that his blood alcohol level was more than three times the legal limit. Now the controversy comes when we find out the drunk driver was Joseph Frugoli, an 18 year veteran of the Chicago Police Department who was off-duty. The policeman was charged with reckless homicide, aggravated DUI and leaving the scene of an auto accident, yet still let out on bond. He has been reported to be in at least three other accidents one of which was similar to this one, yet all charges were either dropped or thrown out. Here is a link to a news video clip describing the accident. Do you think justice was served? Do you think police officers get away with much more because of their occupation? Do you think that they are being too harsh on Frugoli?
http://abclocal.go.com/wls/story?section=news/local&id=6754291
http://abclocal.go.com/wls/story?section=news/local&id=6754291
Current Event (Silvia Gaucin)
On Friday April 10, Andrew Cazares and Fausto Manzera were pulled over on the Dan Ryan because of a flat tire. An alleged drunk driver was speeding and slammed into Andrew’s car causing his gas tank to explode leaving his car completely dismantled and tragically killing these two friends. The man then leaves the scene, but was shortly caught and taken into custody. It turns out that his blood alcohol level was more than three times the legal limit. Now the controversy comes when we find out the drunk driver was Joseph Frugoli, an 18 year veteran of the Chicago Police Department who was off-duty. The policeman was charged with reckless homicide, aggravated DUI and leaving the scene of an auto accident, yet still let out on bond. He has been reported to be in at least three other accidents one of which was similar to this one, yet all charges were either dropped or thrown out. Here is a link to a news video clip describing the accident. Do you think justice was served? Do you think police officers get away with much more because of their occupation? Do you think that they are being too harsh on Frugoli?
http://abclocal.go.com/wls/story?section=news/local&id=6754291
http://abclocal.go.com/wls/story?section=news/local&id=6754291
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
Current Event (Week 11 - Mike)
This is a clip from CNN after shortly after Michael Vick was arrested. As you will see the crime he committed was very horrific. When the commissioner of the NFL decides whether Vick should be reinstated, he will have to decide if Vick has remorse for the crime. Do you think it is possible for him to be remorseful for these actions?
Monday, April 6, 2009
Current Event (Week Twelve - Kaitlyn DelSanto)
The media clip you are about to view is about Madonna and how her petition to adopt a child from Malawi got turned down.
http://www.cnn.com/video/#/video/showbiz/2009/04/03/bpr.madonna.adoption.ntaba.cnn
In order to internationally adopt from Malawi, an individual must be a resident there for more than a year. Madonna did not fit this requirement and that is why she could not adopt 4-year-old, Mercy James. However, in 2006, Madonna adopted her son, David, and the discussion of residency requirements did not come up. Human rights activists accused Madonna for using her fame in the past to take advantage of Malawi’s weak child protection system, and they wanted to make sure it did not happen again. However, Madonna and many Malawian citizens felt she was being treated unfairly especially after all she has done for Malawi. For several years Madonna has had ties to Malawi and has been trying to make a difference. She made a documentary, “I Am Because We Are,” which focused on poverty, AIDS, and other diseases devastating children in that country. Also, because Malawi is one of the poorest and least developed countries in the world, Madonna began a non-profit organization called, “Raising Malawi,” which provides programs for the many that are needy. After Madonna’s efforts in Malawi, she and many others were stunned when she was unable to adopt. However, others argue that it is important for the child to grow up where they are born and to stay close to their heritage, even if it means living in an orphanage like Mercy James will have to do.
http://www.cnn.com/video/#/video/showbiz/2009/04/03/bpr.madonna.adoption.ntaba.cnn
In order to internationally adopt from Malawi, an individual must be a resident there for more than a year. Madonna did not fit this requirement and that is why she could not adopt 4-year-old, Mercy James. However, in 2006, Madonna adopted her son, David, and the discussion of residency requirements did not come up. Human rights activists accused Madonna for using her fame in the past to take advantage of Malawi’s weak child protection system, and they wanted to make sure it did not happen again. However, Madonna and many Malawian citizens felt she was being treated unfairly especially after all she has done for Malawi. For several years Madonna has had ties to Malawi and has been trying to make a difference. She made a documentary, “I Am Because We Are,” which focused on poverty, AIDS, and other diseases devastating children in that country. Also, because Malawi is one of the poorest and least developed countries in the world, Madonna began a non-profit organization called, “Raising Malawi,” which provides programs for the many that are needy. After Madonna’s efforts in Malawi, she and many others were stunned when she was unable to adopt. However, others argue that it is important for the child to grow up where they are born and to stay close to their heritage, even if it means living in an orphanage like Mercy James will have to do.
Current Event (Week Twelve - Johanna Del Rio)
On Sunday morning, North Korea defiantly launched its long range rocket which it had been threatening to do. North Korea describes the launch as a way to put a communication satellite into orbit, but the US and allies believe it was a cover for a long range missile test. President Obama says North Korea shouldn’t get away with this, “The launch was a clear violation of U.N Security Council Resolution 1718.” North Korea's rocket launch has been widely denounced as a “reckless and provocative threat to world security.”
What do you think was North Korea’s purpose in launching this missile? What do you think will be the consequences? What do you think the US/ Obama should do? The rest of the world?
(at 4:55 a new reporter is introduced)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wQiwEgAIcPQ
What do you think was North Korea’s purpose in launching this missile? What do you think will be the consequences? What do you think the US/ Obama should do? The rest of the world?
(at 4:55 a new reporter is introduced)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wQiwEgAIcPQ
Monday, March 30, 2009
Current Event (Rob Sesso)
NFL Comissioner Looking To Extend Regular Season
Commissioner Roger Goddell is looking to propose a deal to NFL owners to extend the regular season to 17 or even 18 games. In order to do so, the league would have to cut the preseason short or not have one at all. The fans do not derive much satisfaction from such preseason games, and this would be an opportunity to increase revenue in spite of the poor economic times. From an economic standpoint, the NFL would be able to make more money from extra games and possibly be able to retain more employees as a result. On the other side of the coin, the players would demand more money for the additional games that are being played, and they would have to risk injury in addition to the 16 game strenuous season that is currently in place. There are two sides here -- basically the owners and the players. The additional compensation could be a problem that slows the negotiation process between the owners and the players association whose collective bargaining agreement expires after the 2010 season. This is something not quite set in stone, and there are foreseeable roadblocks that could curtail such negotiations. Goddell thinks that this would be a chance to keep the NFL out of debt and garner the interest of fans. It might also help the NFL generate global interest.
Here are some article to spark your opinion on the issue.
http://www.reuters.com/article/sportsNews/idUSTRE52P40L20090326
http://www.denverpost.com/broncos/ci_10310155
Some questions for thought:
Is this a plausible idea for the NFL moving forward?
What kind of effect could this have on the NFL as a whole?
Are the players being put at a disadvantage in this situation?
Do you think that this is a good idea with respect to the economy?
Commissioner Roger Goddell is looking to propose a deal to NFL owners to extend the regular season to 17 or even 18 games. In order to do so, the league would have to cut the preseason short or not have one at all. The fans do not derive much satisfaction from such preseason games, and this would be an opportunity to increase revenue in spite of the poor economic times. From an economic standpoint, the NFL would be able to make more money from extra games and possibly be able to retain more employees as a result. On the other side of the coin, the players would demand more money for the additional games that are being played, and they would have to risk injury in addition to the 16 game strenuous season that is currently in place. There are two sides here -- basically the owners and the players. The additional compensation could be a problem that slows the negotiation process between the owners and the players association whose collective bargaining agreement expires after the 2010 season. This is something not quite set in stone, and there are foreseeable roadblocks that could curtail such negotiations. Goddell thinks that this would be a chance to keep the NFL out of debt and garner the interest of fans. It might also help the NFL generate global interest.
Here are some article to spark your opinion on the issue.
http://www.reuters.com/article/sportsNews/idUSTRE52P40L20090326
http://www.denverpost.com/broncos/ci_10310155
Some questions for thought:
Is this a plausible idea for the NFL moving forward?
What kind of effect could this have on the NFL as a whole?
Are the players being put at a disadvantage in this situation?
Do you think that this is a good idea with respect to the economy?
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