1.) My first ad was for KOOL XL Cigarettes. In the ad they have a good- looking guy with a beautiful girl, leaned up against a nice, expensive car while wearing nice clothing and jewelry, and the guy is holding a cigarette in his hand while looking around relaxing. In the next scene it is him at his home, sitting in what looks like a penthouse, he is posing almost expressing like he is calmly thinking about something while smoking a cigarette.
2.) This ad was for men's cologne. It is a close-up picture of a guy and a girl smiling with each other, just maybe getting closer and flirting. The girl appears to be the aggresive one in the photo. It's an ad for OS Signature, a fragrance from Old Spice, and a caption reads: EFFORTLESS APPEAL. This signifies if you wear the fragrance, you will attract women.
Tuesday, April 29, 2008
All The President's Men Notes
1.) Techniques for gathering information:
- interviewing/asking questions face to face
- attending public trials to get information on defendant(s)
- in the movie, the reporter gets a random phone call with information needed about Watergate
- calling different sources or places for information
- putting pieces together without having or knowing all the facts for sure
- tricking or manipulating the people interviewed to get facts and answers
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
All The President's Men: Reflection
I really enjoyed watching the movie and discovering all the different ways they collected the information for their story. I learned that you really have to do a lot of research sometimes and it is a hard job. Also you need some credibility or name to be able to print quotes from references. I also learned that it is hard to get information, or maybe right information, from government officials. Making sure you have the right facts and enough information to print the story, making sure you have a story. If you mess up on a story or project it falls upon the shoulders of your employer.
Week 4 Briefing Sheets
1.) April 22, NPR
"With Pennsylvania win, Clinton survives for yet another day"
Clinton wins primary in Pennsylvania on Tuesday, but in the long run, is still behind Obama. She has contests coming up her way that she still has to fight. Obama also has twice as much funding as Clinton and has already taken the lead to start airing campaign ads in Indiana and North Carolina. Clinton now is starting to fall into debt so she will have to tried toget sponsored by more organizations. A survey conducted for The Associated Press said the winning votes for Clinton were that among whites, women and elders. But with the upcoming North Carolina, both sides are saying that Obama has a great chance at winning.
2.)April 22, 2008
"PA exit polls: Whites, blue-collar voters stick with Clinton"
Clinton proves to be favored by white and elder voter in Pennsylvania who are backing the candidate. The statistics were that Clinton was voted for every 2 or 3 whites without college degrees. and about the same number of whites from families that make 50,000 dollars a yar or less. Some say that people may have been bitter about what Obama said about small-town people being bitter and cling to guns and religion as a result. People who owned guns and went to church regularly voted for Clinton 6 out of 10 times. Unfortunately there were only 1 out of 7 black voters in the state of Pennsylvania, which is smaller than normal.
3.) April 22, 2008
"North Carolina Excited to Have Primary Count"
Voters of North Carolina are really excited for what is to com because they have not seen such an intense and strong election like this one in about 20 years, and a lot of people are rooting for Obama and think he has a strong lead and good chance of winning the vote of the state. As people know, Mrs. Clinton is in debt and has no more funding which leaves another obstacle for her, but Obama has well already made air time for his campaign elections in North Carolina.
4.) April 22, 2008
"Indiana a TOSS-UP"
Indiana is very excited for both the Cinton and Obama campaign to come into town. They have never had this much media coverage for something like this so they love it. People are saying that the outcome of Pennsylvania will affect voters in this state and will improve Mrs. Clinton's chances of winning. Since the economy is not so good right now in Indiana voters are going to be looking for attention brought to that part and what they can do to help the economy; Obama and Clinton are going to have to impress blue-collar workers to get the Indian vote.
5.) April 22, 2008
"Pennsylvania Primary Analysis"
After looking at everything from the Pennsylvania primary, people think the bitter comments and Obama's large amounts of funding did not help him in this primary. After taking some polls from voters, 70% said they would be happy to see Clinton win and 64% said they would rather have Obama win. Also people were found to trust Obama more than Clinton and Clinton had more accounts of attack and negative things to say than Obama did overall.
6.) April 22, 2008
"McCain Woos November Voters as Dems Battle"
While going head to head, state by state, Clinton and Obama battle it out; as for Sen. John McCain he makes his own way through the states, currently in Ohio, trying to make impressions. Taking place at Youngstown University, McCain promised he would balance tax cuts with deep cuts in government spending.But some are skeptical and worry that tax cuts could widen national deficit. McCain also stressed the idea for better job training to help displaced workers adapt to a changing economy. Hopefully McCain's tour of the "Forgotten Areas" in the country will help him win the election.
7.) April 22, 2008
"Young Voters Targeted For Big Turnout"
An interview with Heather Smith, a member of the "Rock the Vote" tour said this is an orgization made to help young people get out there and vote. she mentioned how this generation of young voters from 18 to 25 years old is very much influenced by most of the thing going on right now in the country like the Iraq war, and education, etc. Miss Smith also mentioned how important it has been for each candidate to reach out and do these visits to these campuses around the country and talk about all these decisions that are going to effect our future and how we could have a big influence if we had more young voters out there. Also young voters look for trust and authenticity of a candidate so they know they will be able to trust whoever they vote for.
8.) April 22. 2008
"Clinton, Obama Turn Attention To Indiana"
With a 10 point lead from Pennsylvania Clinton looks forward to moving on to Indiana. After her victory, Clinton showed up on many television shows for interview and stated "I think the coalition that I've put together, as demonstrated once again last night, is a very strong base for us to beat Senator McCain," on NBC's Today. This race will get tighter and more fierce as Indiana's primary nears.
9.) April 23, 2008
" Clinton Wins, But Dynamics of the Race Stay Same"
Both candidates have won the votes of the expected demographic turnouts. Peter Brown of the Quinnipiac University Polling Institute stated "What Ohio and Pennsylvania have shown is that [Obama] has a serious problem with white, working-class Democrats," and believes this could hurt Obama in the general election if he becomes a Democratic nominee. Basically, Obama has tougher crowds coming up that he will have to woo over. People are expecting a 20 point lead from Obama in North Carolina, but a toss-up in Indiana.
"With Pennsylvania win, Clinton survives for yet another day"
Clinton wins primary in Pennsylvania on Tuesday, but in the long run, is still behind Obama. She has contests coming up her way that she still has to fight. Obama also has twice as much funding as Clinton and has already taken the lead to start airing campaign ads in Indiana and North Carolina. Clinton now is starting to fall into debt so she will have to tried toget sponsored by more organizations. A survey conducted for The Associated Press said the winning votes for Clinton were that among whites, women and elders. But with the upcoming North Carolina, both sides are saying that Obama has a great chance at winning.
2.)April 22, 2008
"PA exit polls: Whites, blue-collar voters stick with Clinton"
Clinton proves to be favored by white and elder voter in Pennsylvania who are backing the candidate. The statistics were that Clinton was voted for every 2 or 3 whites without college degrees. and about the same number of whites from families that make 50,000 dollars a yar or less. Some say that people may have been bitter about what Obama said about small-town people being bitter and cling to guns and religion as a result. People who owned guns and went to church regularly voted for Clinton 6 out of 10 times. Unfortunately there were only 1 out of 7 black voters in the state of Pennsylvania, which is smaller than normal.
3.) April 22, 2008
"North Carolina Excited to Have Primary Count"
Voters of North Carolina are really excited for what is to com because they have not seen such an intense and strong election like this one in about 20 years, and a lot of people are rooting for Obama and think he has a strong lead and good chance of winning the vote of the state. As people know, Mrs. Clinton is in debt and has no more funding which leaves another obstacle for her, but Obama has well already made air time for his campaign elections in North Carolina.
4.) April 22, 2008
"Indiana a TOSS-UP"
Indiana is very excited for both the Cinton and Obama campaign to come into town. They have never had this much media coverage for something like this so they love it. People are saying that the outcome of Pennsylvania will affect voters in this state and will improve Mrs. Clinton's chances of winning. Since the economy is not so good right now in Indiana voters are going to be looking for attention brought to that part and what they can do to help the economy; Obama and Clinton are going to have to impress blue-collar workers to get the Indian vote.
5.) April 22, 2008
"Pennsylvania Primary Analysis"
After looking at everything from the Pennsylvania primary, people think the bitter comments and Obama's large amounts of funding did not help him in this primary. After taking some polls from voters, 70% said they would be happy to see Clinton win and 64% said they would rather have Obama win. Also people were found to trust Obama more than Clinton and Clinton had more accounts of attack and negative things to say than Obama did overall.
6.) April 22, 2008
"McCain Woos November Voters as Dems Battle"
While going head to head, state by state, Clinton and Obama battle it out; as for Sen. John McCain he makes his own way through the states, currently in Ohio, trying to make impressions. Taking place at Youngstown University, McCain promised he would balance tax cuts with deep cuts in government spending.But some are skeptical and worry that tax cuts could widen national deficit. McCain also stressed the idea for better job training to help displaced workers adapt to a changing economy. Hopefully McCain's tour of the "Forgotten Areas" in the country will help him win the election.
7.) April 22, 2008
"Young Voters Targeted For Big Turnout"
An interview with Heather Smith, a member of the "Rock the Vote" tour said this is an orgization made to help young people get out there and vote. she mentioned how this generation of young voters from 18 to 25 years old is very much influenced by most of the thing going on right now in the country like the Iraq war, and education, etc. Miss Smith also mentioned how important it has been for each candidate to reach out and do these visits to these campuses around the country and talk about all these decisions that are going to effect our future and how we could have a big influence if we had more young voters out there. Also young voters look for trust and authenticity of a candidate so they know they will be able to trust whoever they vote for.
8.) April 22. 2008
"Clinton, Obama Turn Attention To Indiana"
With a 10 point lead from Pennsylvania Clinton looks forward to moving on to Indiana. After her victory, Clinton showed up on many television shows for interview and stated "I think the coalition that I've put together, as demonstrated once again last night, is a very strong base for us to beat Senator McCain," on NBC's Today. This race will get tighter and more fierce as Indiana's primary nears.
9.) April 23, 2008
" Clinton Wins, But Dynamics of the Race Stay Same"
Both candidates have won the votes of the expected demographic turnouts. Peter Brown of the Quinnipiac University Polling Institute stated "What Ohio and Pennsylvania have shown is that [Obama] has a serious problem with white, working-class Democrats," and believes this could hurt Obama in the general election if he becomes a Democratic nominee. Basically, Obama has tougher crowds coming up that he will have to woo over. People are expecting a 20 point lead from Obama in North Carolina, but a toss-up in Indiana.
Monday, April 21, 2008
Newspaper Assignment: References
"McCain Outlines Broad Proposals for U.S. Economy"
In this article there are 4 different references in this article; one from the Democratic National Committee, one from McCain, one from Bill Burton, a spokesman for Mr. Obama, and one from Neera Tanden, Mrs. Clinton's policy director.
In this article there are 4 different references in this article; one from the Democratic National Committee, one from McCain, one from Bill Burton, a spokesman for Mr. Obama, and one from Neera Tanden, Mrs. Clinton's policy director.
Sunday, April 20, 2008
Week 3 briefing sheets: Presidential Election 2008
1.) "McCain Reverses Himseof On Mortgage Position"
McCain switch his position about helping pay mortgages of homeowners in danger of losing their homes. McCain stated "There is nothing more important than keeping alive the American dream to own your home, and priority no.1 is to keep well-meaning, deserving homeowners who are facing foreclosure in their homes." He says he understands the rough times that America is going through. McCain has devised a new mortgage plan designed for needy homeowners- applying to people who could show they would be able to meet the terms of a new, 30-year fixed rate mortgage. It is planned to help 200,000 to 400,000 homeowners. The opposing candidates, Clinton and Obama, both dismissed what statements McCain had made. Obama asserted "I'm glad he's finally offered a plan. Better late than never...But don't expect any real answers. Dont expect it to actually help struggling families..."
2.) "Downturn in the Economy Is Reviving Rift Over '96 Welfare Change"
Mrs. Clinton showed interest and care towards the downward economy and it's effects on people who are more vulnerable like people in lower classes. Clinton believes "Welfare should have been a temporary way station for people who needed immediate assistance. It should not be considered an anti-poverty program. It simply did not work." Mr. Obama agrees with Mrs. Clinton on some issues we have to take care of like welfare and health insurance. Even though showing a more liberal image, accusations from some liberals claim that she sold out their principles for a politically calculated centrism. Clinton said she will continue to press legislation about having increased financing for child care for poor mothers by up o $11 billion dollars; expanding food stamps and allowing welfare recipients to draw cash aid while attending school.
3.)"Has Praise For Obama"
Former Secretary of State Colin L. Powell may have contributed $2,300 dollars to McCain's campaign but is saving his biggest praise for Senator Obama. Mr. Powell said he "admired" how Mr. Obama handled a speech last month on race and had agreed with much of what Obama had to say about controversial sermons of his former pastor, the Rev. Jeremiah A. Wright Jr. Mr. Powell is impressed by Obama's ability to "learn quickly".
4.) "First Question For Clinton: Be Aggressive or Lay Off?"
Should Clinton make more attacks at Obama or not? She has used both approaches before and both have had positive feedback. Since Feb. 26 Clinton has made little progress in the election and now she is trailing behind Obama. So because she is behind in the election some think she will use a softer approach to the public and more sympathetic. "Senator Clinton doesn't want to do anything that make her look like a spoiler," says Bill Carrick, a veteran Democratic strategist. "Clinton will be more aggressive. This is still a "do better or prepare to lose" moment," says Donna Brazile, Al Gore's campaign manager in 2000.
5.) " A Mayor in the Obama Mold, But Backing Clinton"
Even though very into Obama and what he stands for, Mayor Michael A. Nutter has endorsed Clinton in Pennsylvania on April 22nd. Some people of the community are shocked about the donation to back Mrs. Clinton and has caused some speculating, but people trust Mr. Nutter's decision and support him. Mr. Nutter had stated " He's a really nice guy who's talking about really important issues, and I am aware that he is African American," referring to Mr. Obama. He backs both candidates in this election because they are talking about fixing issues that Mr. Nutter himself is concerned with and believes needs improving.
6.) "Views on Money for Iraq War, and What Else Could Be Done With It"
Last week Obama had told voter in West Virgina that the war was costing each American Household $100 a month. John McCain believes that success in Iraq justifies any cost and that over-spending in other area is causing the strain on the federal budget. The cost of war a year is $120 billion a year and the money would be enough to cover the projected cost of Mrs. Clinton's universal health care plan, pay for Obama's less inclusive health care plan and his proposal to bail out homeowners with troubled mortgages. Even the American public believes it is the war that is worsening domestic economic problems. Mr. McCain plans to pay for tax cuts and modernizing the military by eliminating earmarks and wasteful spending from the federal budget.
7.) "McCain Outlines Broad Proposals for U.S. Economy"
McCain proposed a 18.4 cent drop in gas prices from Memorial day to Labor Day, and said he would provide " an immediate economic stimulus." An analysis done by the Democratic National Committee, suggested that Mr. McCain proposed tax cuts, coupled with the costs of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan that he wants to continue, would put the budget trillions of dollars into the red. Mr. McCain made Obama and Clinton look like tax raisers by stating " They're going to raise your taxes by thousands of dollars per year, and they have the audacity to hope you don't mind." Both are said to have good intentions but focus attention to different areas; McCain more benefiting corporations and Clinton would help middle- class families.
8.) The Caucus: "Debate on Debate"
The question is coming up, what more can these candidates point out and what other ideas do they have? Clinton has agreed to do an interview in North Carolina on April 27th . Many voters are watching Obama. Both are believed to be doing well.
9.) On The Air: "New Support for Clinton
The American Leadership Project, a supporting group that backs Clinton, are going to spend about $250,000 on commercials for Mrs. Clinton
10.) "Taking Aim at Elitism"
At Harverford College, in Pennsylvania on Tuesday, Michelle Obama gave a strong speech about the criticism her husband received. She talked about the big plans that Obama has proposed for if he gets presidency.
McCain switch his position about helping pay mortgages of homeowners in danger of losing their homes. McCain stated "There is nothing more important than keeping alive the American dream to own your home, and priority no.1 is to keep well-meaning, deserving homeowners who are facing foreclosure in their homes." He says he understands the rough times that America is going through. McCain has devised a new mortgage plan designed for needy homeowners- applying to people who could show they would be able to meet the terms of a new, 30-year fixed rate mortgage. It is planned to help 200,000 to 400,000 homeowners. The opposing candidates, Clinton and Obama, both dismissed what statements McCain had made. Obama asserted "I'm glad he's finally offered a plan. Better late than never...But don't expect any real answers. Dont expect it to actually help struggling families..."
2.) "Downturn in the Economy Is Reviving Rift Over '96 Welfare Change"
Mrs. Clinton showed interest and care towards the downward economy and it's effects on people who are more vulnerable like people in lower classes. Clinton believes "Welfare should have been a temporary way station for people who needed immediate assistance. It should not be considered an anti-poverty program. It simply did not work." Mr. Obama agrees with Mrs. Clinton on some issues we have to take care of like welfare and health insurance. Even though showing a more liberal image, accusations from some liberals claim that she sold out their principles for a politically calculated centrism. Clinton said she will continue to press legislation about having increased financing for child care for poor mothers by up o $11 billion dollars; expanding food stamps and allowing welfare recipients to draw cash aid while attending school.
3.)"Has Praise For Obama"
Former Secretary of State Colin L. Powell may have contributed $2,300 dollars to McCain's campaign but is saving his biggest praise for Senator Obama. Mr. Powell said he "admired" how Mr. Obama handled a speech last month on race and had agreed with much of what Obama had to say about controversial sermons of his former pastor, the Rev. Jeremiah A. Wright Jr. Mr. Powell is impressed by Obama's ability to "learn quickly".
4.) "First Question For Clinton: Be Aggressive or Lay Off?"
Should Clinton make more attacks at Obama or not? She has used both approaches before and both have had positive feedback. Since Feb. 26 Clinton has made little progress in the election and now she is trailing behind Obama. So because she is behind in the election some think she will use a softer approach to the public and more sympathetic. "Senator Clinton doesn't want to do anything that make her look like a spoiler," says Bill Carrick, a veteran Democratic strategist. "Clinton will be more aggressive. This is still a "do better or prepare to lose" moment," says Donna Brazile, Al Gore's campaign manager in 2000.
5.) " A Mayor in the Obama Mold, But Backing Clinton"
Even though very into Obama and what he stands for, Mayor Michael A. Nutter has endorsed Clinton in Pennsylvania on April 22nd. Some people of the community are shocked about the donation to back Mrs. Clinton and has caused some speculating, but people trust Mr. Nutter's decision and support him. Mr. Nutter had stated " He's a really nice guy who's talking about really important issues, and I am aware that he is African American," referring to Mr. Obama. He backs both candidates in this election because they are talking about fixing issues that Mr. Nutter himself is concerned with and believes needs improving.
6.) "Views on Money for Iraq War, and What Else Could Be Done With It"
Last week Obama had told voter in West Virgina that the war was costing each American Household $100 a month. John McCain believes that success in Iraq justifies any cost and that over-spending in other area is causing the strain on the federal budget. The cost of war a year is $120 billion a year and the money would be enough to cover the projected cost of Mrs. Clinton's universal health care plan, pay for Obama's less inclusive health care plan and his proposal to bail out homeowners with troubled mortgages. Even the American public believes it is the war that is worsening domestic economic problems. Mr. McCain plans to pay for tax cuts and modernizing the military by eliminating earmarks and wasteful spending from the federal budget.
7.) "McCain Outlines Broad Proposals for U.S. Economy"
McCain proposed a 18.4 cent drop in gas prices from Memorial day to Labor Day, and said he would provide " an immediate economic stimulus." An analysis done by the Democratic National Committee, suggested that Mr. McCain proposed tax cuts, coupled with the costs of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan that he wants to continue, would put the budget trillions of dollars into the red. Mr. McCain made Obama and Clinton look like tax raisers by stating " They're going to raise your taxes by thousands of dollars per year, and they have the audacity to hope you don't mind." Both are said to have good intentions but focus attention to different areas; McCain more benefiting corporations and Clinton would help middle- class families.
8.) The Caucus: "Debate on Debate"
The question is coming up, what more can these candidates point out and what other ideas do they have? Clinton has agreed to do an interview in North Carolina on April 27th . Many voters are watching Obama. Both are believed to be doing well.
9.) On The Air: "New Support for Clinton
The American Leadership Project, a supporting group that backs Clinton, are going to spend about $250,000 on commercials for Mrs. Clinton
10.) "Taking Aim at Elitism"
At Harverford College, in Pennsylvania on Tuesday, Michelle Obama gave a strong speech about the criticism her husband received. She talked about the big plans that Obama has proposed for if he gets presidency.
Friday, April 18, 2008
Reflective Questions
1.) Prime Rate - The lowest rate of interest on bank loans at a given time and place, offered to preferred borrowers.
This is news because people are constantly borrowing loans from banks and need to know about interest rates so they can figure out which one will save the most money for them. It would connect to me if i had a loan because it would effect my credit and budgeting.
2.)Tibet - Tibet is a country between China and the Indian subcontinent and was under China's communist government for decades.
This is news because it effects the people who are involved and living under the government. it does not really have any connection to me.
3.)Columbia Trade Agreement - negotiations made between U.S. and Columbia that will open new export opportunities for farmers and ranchers.
This is news because it affects both the U.S. and Columbia economy and expenses. This i guess connects to me indirectly.
4.) Iraq military - Military that is provided and who works for Iraq.
This is very important news to know about their military because we are at war with them right now and have alliances in some places and trade agreements.
militia - a body of citizens enrolled for military service, and called out periodically for drill but serving full time only in emergencies.
This is news because we have U.S. troops that are in the war. It connects me because i am a citizen of the U.S.
U.S. military- the U.S. military consists of all the people who are enlisted and working the the military(U.S. citizens)
This is news because we pay expenses for military and they are at war right now and people who have family members can be affected.
5.) Benedict XVI - was the pope and leader of the Catholic Church in April 2005.
This is news because the pope makes decisions. im not connected to it.
This is news because people are constantly borrowing loans from banks and need to know about interest rates so they can figure out which one will save the most money for them. It would connect to me if i had a loan because it would effect my credit and budgeting.
2.)Tibet - Tibet is a country between China and the Indian subcontinent and was under China's communist government for decades.
This is news because it effects the people who are involved and living under the government. it does not really have any connection to me.
3.)Columbia Trade Agreement - negotiations made between U.S. and Columbia that will open new export opportunities for farmers and ranchers.
This is news because it affects both the U.S. and Columbia economy and expenses. This i guess connects to me indirectly.
4.) Iraq military - Military that is provided and who works for Iraq.
This is very important news to know about their military because we are at war with them right now and have alliances in some places and trade agreements.
militia - a body of citizens enrolled for military service, and called out periodically for drill but serving full time only in emergencies.
This is news because we have U.S. troops that are in the war. It connects me because i am a citizen of the U.S.
U.S. military- the U.S. military consists of all the people who are enlisted and working the the military(U.S. citizens)
This is news because we pay expenses for military and they are at war right now and people who have family members can be affected.
5.) Benedict XVI - was the pope and leader of the Catholic Church in April 2005.
This is news because the pope makes decisions. im not connected to it.
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