Funny story: I actually randomly picked this WRIT150 class without knowing that it was about law and social justice. I…
Blog #11 Why study the Taiping Rebellion?
Studying the Taiping Rebellion offers many valuable lessons — and specifically, the government. When looking at the causes of the…
Blog #10: History of the Taiping Rebellion
The Taiping Rebellion was a series of revolts and battles that took place in China from 1850 to 1864. It…
(EXTRA CREDIT) Blog #9 Achieving Health Equity
Dr. Camara Jones, president of the American Public Health Association, started off her talk about racism within the healthcare system…
Blog #8 Differing Viewpoints and Responses
People viewed the newly passed Community Charge, or “poll tax”, as an unjust law because each adult, regardless of income…
(EXTRA CREDIT) Blog #7 Making Movements: Dance and Social Change
Jon Boogz’s solo had everyone mesmerized. His movements were crisp, but his expressions were powerful. As he crumpled up the…
Blog #6 1990 Poll Tax Riot
Disclaimer before reading: “poll tax” does not refer to a fee to vote. The UK program, “Community Charge” was referred…
Blog #5: the Goal of Punishment
The goal of criminal punishment should be to not only apprehend those who do wrong, but ultimately prevent similar cases…
Writing Project Blog #4: What is a “Negative Peace”?
The United States is notorious for having one of the highest incarceration rates despite having a disproportionate crime rate. The…
(EXTRA CREDIT) Blog #3: Visions & Voices (Borders, Bans, Walls, and Welcomes: U.S. Immigration)
Trump ended DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals), he affected hundreds of thousands of immigrant students and their ability to…
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