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Even though terrorism can be linked to a radical form of islam, it has placed a negative perception of muslims because of the lack of a voice on the topic and the media regulation of what we see. I will argue that a division of cultures due to terrorism has placed Muslims on the wrong end of the spectrum. This way of thinking is very similar to the don’t judge a book by its cover. There are radicalist in all cultures and religions and we cannot associate them to that race or affiliation. Britain is a prime example of the discrimination of muslims. Why does media cover the negative aspect of the differences of Muslims? They create a sort of islamophobia throughout the country, and it placed a target on the back of islam. Representation is also lacking, and the controlled opinion polls created do not help their cause. The media asks the questions to the Muslims and broadcasts the answers. The voice is never heard of those who are affected by this perception and their condition will not get better on its own.
Terrorism has been occurring throughout the years. The most known terrorism is that of September 11, 2001. I will focus more on the radical muslim community in the contemporary areas being opposed such as the middle east. Terrorism is used to portray fear. This comes hand in hand with the justification of terrorism. Can it be justified? Is the amount of fear to the extreme? Why do some feel as though it shouldn’t be feared? I will argue that terrorism is not justified under any circumstance. I will be using a philosophical books to show how there shouldn’t be a justification. “The social construction of terrorism” will help show how just by our choice of words about terrorism we can build fear into ourselves.The muslim community are a direct target of the radical muslims. The United States fears them as well because of this ideology that has come to be known as terrorism. Terrorism’s ideology affects both these communities. Just the idea of it can triggers fear and this is the works of the mind and exposures
Young adults and youth often times have difficulties identifying who they are as individuals and who they are within a crowd. Most young adults identify themselves differently in the respective categories even if they are struggling to create their identity in either scenario. I will focus mainly on how young adults and teens create their identity and the effects on the individual when they are struggling to find their personal identity or their purpose within a crowd or group. A person’s identity is important because their identity will allow them to be an individual instead of only being a person in a group, they can be identified by others as well. Due to multiple reasoning’s such as race, religion, and morality will all factor into how a young adult begins to form their identity. Some races and religions have more issues creating their identity because of societal views of those particular races and religions. For example, Muslims are often associated to terrorists and therefore may have a harder time making society believe that they are not terrorists just based on their religion. Although, creating and portraying a personal identity is difficult, there are many steps that can be taken to help a person form their identity either personal or in a crowd or group.
The ongoing war on terror has been a subject of much controversy lately, with community and identity playing large roles in it. The fight against radical militant groups in the middle east is definitely a war- but of what? I will prove that it is a war of ideology, and that the effects of this ongoing war have altered and even negatively impacted the communities of people from this region of the world who currently live in the United States by fragmenting their identities in contemporary society. My argument consists of one resource in which online blogs from two people living in Baghdad from 2003-2009 illustrate the perspective of the war from Iraq citizens. The blogs and analysis portray the concept on anti-Americanism (jargon term), and how this ideology was manufactured by American citizens towards people of Islamic faith. Another argument that I will bring in is from a psychological perspective- the concept of the “other”; specifically, how the concepts of community and identity inadvertently create this type of ideology and how it relates to the war on terror. I will also provide evidence of how the communities of immigrants from this region of the world are affected by ideology.
Since its introduction in 2004, Facebook has grown into a massive online community with over a billion members worldwide. Although Facebook is used worldwide and by teenagers and adults alike, this paper will specifically examine the role that Facebook plays in identity development of American teenagers. I will argue that Facebook creates a major struggle for American teenagers in developing their identity. Why do teens struggle to differentiate between their online and real identities? What parallels does Facebook as an online community share with real life communities in terms of identity and communication? Is Facebook really so bad for teenage identity development? Facebook creates a place for teens to curate an online identity by “typing themselves into being”, and creating an identity they hope people will respond to positively. By spending a large amount of time projecting this identity, it limits time for introspection, a crucial part in identity development. Because Facebook makes identities available for a wide audience, teens become wary to express themselves in a manner they best believe will have a positive reaction with their audience. It also becomes difficult for many teens to differentiate between this online identity and their real-time identities. For many teens, their Facebook communities and interactions are mostly with their peers, essentially making Facebook an extension of their life at school.
After the tragic occurrence that took place on September 11th, 2001, the way Muslims are looked at has changed greatly. There has been very obvious and evident acts of prejudice and discrimination towards the followers of this religion. Not only is it the average person that a Muslim receives misconduct from, but also from authorities. The same police officers that work to protect the people of this Nation have been found guilty of inappropriately and violently treating innocent Muslims because of the Islamophobia that has filled their hearts. The forms of unfair treatment towards Muslims ranges from simple bag checks to violent chokeholds and slamming young teens in a public park. The Muslim race is being greatly affected by the Islamophobia all over the world, especially in New York. In this paper, I will discuss how Islamophobia affects Muslims in New York. I will mention examples of misconduct executed and the effects of it. One of the sources in my paper is about two Muslim sisters who were wearing headscarves and fell victim of extreme Islamophobic treatment. They were playing handball at their local park when they were asked to leave by Police officers due to the fact that the park was closed. Following their orders eventually led them to being aggressively grabbed and choked by the officers as their headscarves were torn off. Although this method of treatment was extreme, there are other forms that can do the same amount of damage physically. I will be discussing the mistreatments and how Muslims of New York are affected by Islamophobia within others.
From one’s birth, individuals are given a name and for some individuals this can mean it will become a burden because it does not conform to society’s norms. The name becomes part of the individual’s identity and it is constructed with the aid of the community. This research paper will focus on the issue of name-changing, answering the question, how does a community influence the decision to change one’s name shed light on the relationship between community and identity? I will argue that communities influence how one behaves and shapes your identity by getting individuals to conform with the rest of the community, if this is not achieved, then there is a consequence of being othered, making one’s life more difficult. I will also be looking into the reasoning of why individuals decide to change their name and will look at two articles relating to marital naming and two that relate to name changing in communities. I will be discussing the norms that can be seen in a community, including gender roles and equality and the different ethnic races, the minority or othered groups, trying to become part of the community. Additionally, the answer to these questions will require to look at the habitus of these communities.
Authority and the notion of authority has been around since societies and communities began to develop. Heads of villages to civilization leaders to Presidents, each individual played an essential role in their respective societies. The human identity and its community heavily influenced by many factors one of the greatest being the individual’s inspirations and superiors. The research paper will focus on the issue of authority and its relation to both, community and identity. To be put simply it will be a question of how does authority influence the development of identity and community? What is going to be argued is that, without a doubt, it has already been proven that other people influence your development and decisions; But it is the role that the authorities play that are more peculiar. They sit on a pedestal which allows them to preach their ideas with or without evidence and with good or bad intentions. Articles pertaining to how history’s leaders and figures of authority have influenced identity of individuals and groups of people because, after all, identity is not limited just to one individual. Other articles will speak of the psychological aspects of such behaviors that have been thoroughly studied and approved of by peers of the field. Finally, it will answer the question about the relationship between community and identity (and how it relates to authority.)
In 2013, there was approximately 41.3 million immigrants living in this country. These immigrants sacrifice a part of their culture and attempt to assimilate into our society in order to live a better, perhaps safer, life. These immigrants are known to have superb work ethic, and some of these immigrants come to this country poor. They work hard so that their kids can live better lives as second-generation immigrants, as Americans. It is a known fact that second-generation immigrants have a much easier time assimilating and prospering economically in American society. Some people are able to assimilate while still holding on to their cultural background and roots. Assimilating becomes even easier as a third-generation immigrant and fourth-generation immigrant. As each generation passes, the barrier of socioeconomic differences will eventually close and immigrants are able prosper. Your ethnicity is without a doubt American, but for some reason you’re still considered a minority. The nation is divided by race and is plagued by modern racism. African Americans are unable to leave from the lower classes of society and the blame is put back on them. No matter how much you assimilate or prosperous you are you will never become a part of the majority, one of them. The separation is due to the “invisible” advantages of privileges, the role of race and majority, and cultural differences. That’s why minorities will continue to struggle to find identity within their communities.
Here during the 21st century, we have all been a witness to the rise of social media. Never before have we seen so many ways of communicating electronically: Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat and much more applications are available at our fingertips and information has never spread faster. Family and friends can stay connected worldwide, we can learn about so many different cultures and communities. It seems like never before have communities felt so close, we are literally a click away! But it is quite ironic how adolescents in today’s world have never been farther away from finding themselves. It is even more ironic because they are the ones who grew during this revolution, where Facebook friends and thumbs up all of a sudden had significance. A “double tap” on instagram makes you prettier or cooler or smarter because a man or woman miles away pressed their thumbs two times on their cell phone. Social media is a unique community in its own, but for adolescents who have grown along with the rise of Social Media have never been as empty, as they are now. the development of teenagers has not only been hindered but they have lost what made them more than just a social media account: their identity.
“Greek life”? We have heard about it all through high school, but the closest we have gotten to experiencing it is through movies. Sororities/ fraternities are widely known for their parties and hazing, but there is so much more. For most members, sororities/fraternities play the role of a second family. According to Carol Larson, people who join Greek systems are more likely to adjust in college. So why do Greek systems get such a bad reputation? Sororities/fraternities are a group of college kids. In order for the group to prosper there needs to be conformity. The conformity that comes with joining a Greek system is the same idea as losing your identity. The quicker you get rid of your old habits the quicker you will adapt. The adapting comes with peer pressure, but the peer pressure is not always positive. A lot of Greek systems will experience negative peer pressure without even realizing it. Because of this unnoticed peer pressure, binge drinking is at an all-time high in sororities/fraternities. By using data collected by Gary Pike and Guang Guo I will prove how people are getting peer pressured into doing things they wouldn’t normally do without even realizing it.
The Naturalization of immigrants entering the United States is considered to be one of the most important aspects of our society in terms of building the civic community. Different ethnic groups from all over the world perceive the new arrival to a new country in my contrasting ways. These certain views are bestowed upon them due to their cultural mentality prior to their pilgrimage. Their priorities are already set in their minds and this predetermined mentality is somewhat derived from the culture, tradition and beliefs that are followed in their respective homelands. Other than comparing how different groups of immigrants assimilate or immerse themselves within the new society, I will also be discussing the impact it has on them as well as us. (American born citizens.) What I mean by that is how naturalization changes their identity or if it does not change their identity at all. I think that the naturalization of immigrants is paramount in order to have a functioning society. Assimilation is crucial and that every citizen must give up their traditional and cultural beliefs to a certain extent in order to conform into the American society. That does not mean an individual is forced to completely stop supporting his/her nation or stop speaking their language or cut all ties of nationalism they feel, it means that you’re an American now and that you should feel pride. Politics and community will also be denoted as factors of the naturalization process.
Is anti-Semitism on college campuses growing and fueling more hatred?
Anti-Semitism is present on college campuses and is fueling more hatred. My first argument is the rise in anti-Semitic event occurring on college campuses. There are harsh and cruel events happening on college campuses and there is little action from preventing it. My second argument is professors are lecturing about anti-Semitism in their classes and trying to influence students towards anti-Semitism. Third argument is lack of action from colleges from the events that are occurring. My final argument is funding from these so called “anti-Zionist” events are being funded from organizations who claim that the holocaust did not occur and are often terrorist groups trying to brain wash people into thinking that Jews are the problems. My questions I will answer is How can we stop the growing of anti-Semitism in college campuses. I will prove this by providing examples on how past problems of racism have been dealt with. How do we prevent these things from happening? We have to start by the source. Stopping anti-Semitics from spreading their hateful though and actions. Where is the line drawn for the freedom of speech when there are threats being made towards a certain group of people. I will prove by finding the difference between freedom of speech and treats and I will find a common ground where the line will be drawn.
While the West has perpetrated a “war on terror” during the 21st century, not much has changed when it comes to dealing with this issue. We have seen many attacks on the west in recent years with the attack on New York City on September 11, 2001 and the current rise of the radical Islamic group called ISIS. Many westerners have left their lives in the west, to go fight against their former countrymen for ISIS’ religious war against the west. I will focus on the reasons behind this change in ideology in people using philosophical and scientific articles; Communities and different ideologies bend peoples’ beliefs and identities. Muslim communities in the west are the target of recruitment for these terrorists groups who prey on ignorance and doubt. There is a rise in islamophobia in the west and this coupled with unassimilated Muslim communities can lead to the growth of Radical Islam.