America is in Need of an Evolution

I am a Christian. I am also a human being. That gives me the right to know how I got here and why - right? In the past decade the controversy over evolution being taught in schools has grown. It has come to my attention lately, that it is not just about teaching different opinions of how the world began, but is much more than that. People are losing their jobs over this battle between religion and evolution!

Ben Stein, known for his smarts and having clear eyes, has decided to take a step forward and stop the whispering. It is time for public to know the new battle that has risen in this war between science and religion. In 2005, a scientist published an article discussing the belief that creation could not have been an accident, but rather designed by a higher being. After being discredited, along with others who have been fired for believing the same, this tug-o-war has elevated to a straight up battle of temper tantrums; lets see who can scream the loudest!

The new documentary titled Expelled stars Ben Stein looking for answers. What is the question? Well, Stein wants to know why, in a country that claims to be the land of free speech and free to believe whatever we please, these rights do not apply to science. Even though the idea that there is a God out there has been around since before science began, for some reason it is a surprise that people still believe this, and want to prove it. According to one hostile credited intellectual, "they are distracting you, from whats really important." What I want to know - what exactly is more important? Knowing if there is a God or not isn't important?

For me, there is no need for factual proof to change my belief in God. I have many experiences that are proof enough to me that God does exist, because without some kind of higher power to pull me through, I probably wouldn't be here. But, for the many millions who need to see it before they believe it, this could be the answer! I mean, if I wasn't a believer because I needed proof, I would want to know what evidence scientists have found!

Furthermore, today I read one of the most refreshing articles written by Mr. Stein that was shared on CBS Sunday Morning Commentary. His view on the relationship between America and Religion is on point. My favorite insight is one he shares of Billy Graham's daughter when she was interviewed regarding Katrina and asking how God could let something like this happen. Her response was music to my ears: "I believe God is deeply saddened by this, just as we are, but for years we've been telling God to get out of our schools, to get out of our government and to get out of our lives. And being the gentleman He is, I believe He has calmly backed out. How can we expect God to give us His blessing and His protection if we demand He leave us alone?"

Stein's movie premieres in select theatres in the U.S. this Friday, April 18th. With all the controversy, and the Pro-Darwinism dominating most aspects of American life like education and government, I feel that it is important for people to see a less popular, but equally important side. I really hope theatres are filled with people, especially young adults, willing to open their mind to a new side of scientific view, and see what is going on in our world of science. We are the leaders of tomorrow, and to change this very contradictory and unfair country, creating our own beliefs is imperative. So be brave enough to hear all sides, and believe whatever your heart says is right, instead of the majority.

I suggest the super trailer off this link to see a glimpse of the documentary Expelled!

http://www.expelledthemovie.com/video.php

Here is the commentary from Stein on CBS!

http://www.eons.com/blogs/entry/348754-An-Eloquent-Comment-From-CBS-Sunday-Morning-

Alicia is No Longer a Prisoner of Words Unsaid

Lets get a sniper and aim the red dot on her face, right in the middle, between the white and black halves. Lets write articles and blog entries calling her a conspiracy theorist, self-hater, and crazy because she has an opinion and isn’t afraid to express it. Lets all start hating her after she has touched the lives off millions with her music and community service around the world. Lets just call her a hot babe who should of kept her mouth shut.

It sickens me when people target celebrities because something they say gets blown up in a magazine. Most of the time, magazines aren’t even liable because their quotes are taken out of context, making them say something different then what the quoter meant. Let’s ask ourselves people: why would Alicia Keys, someone who isn’t scared to express herself, be unavailable for comment after the uproar about her recent “theoretic conspiracies” about gangster rap and the government being behind Tupac’s and Biggie’s assassinations? Is it because she is feeling ashamed of herself for trying to expand her voice into politics? Or is it because she would rather not be bothered with the media that thrives on ruining reputations of celebrities, and maintain her peace? Personally, I feel it is the people who feel they have to defend themselves to a bunch of savages that hide. Her staying quiet proves to me she isn’t bothered by the demoralized public.

Why does being mulatto matter? So what, she tries to represent her black race; if she was all about being white, the same black people who demean her for representing their race, would say shes a flake instead of a “half nigger.” It just goes to show racism in this world and country is still bad, if not worse. Why can’t people just realize that calling people names and judging skin color and gender is enhancing hatred and is just as bad as pulling a trigger? The tongue can kill too.

No matter the real story behind Alicia’s comments made in that magazine, I stand behind her. The government is tainted, and gangster rap isn’t innocent. Many rappers are guilty of representing a culture that evolves around killing the other to get ahead and to gain respect. The government is also known to do the same, but in a different fashion - more undercover fashion. So don’t hate on Alicia for speaking out; get the balls to do what she does and speak your opinion too.

Life in the Dub for a Yankee

I am a Yankee, and proud of it! Why am I down here? No clue. At first, it was because I hated cold weather and wanted to be near the beach. Now, I have realized enjoying college and life in general has a lot more to do with culture and social life than temperature and geography. I have been here a little more than a year, and still haven’t figured out why I am not enjoying it fully. It is quite clear that I am different and don’t fit in with the typicals here. I don’t wear Rainbows or carry Coach bags. I don’t skateboard or surf. I didn’t even know who Jimmy Buffet was until I was gasped at by my freshman year room mates. After being introduced, and even going to a Margaritaville, I still don’t see what the craze is about.

Anyways. I thought living in a very diverse place would prepare me for anything, anywhere. Well, Wilmington NC has proven me wrong. I am not used to all the white. I like variety. And that is something that this small town still hasn’t discovered yet. There are two main types of people here. The white folk who smile and greet you even though you are strangers and come off too friendly. And then there are the white folk who are too rich and self-centered to even notice anything that looks different from their own kind.

I don’t want to neglect the Black community here, because there is a small one. They travel in small packs. I have noticed there are two main types of their race too. Blacks who try to act extra black to prove that they are black. And then blacks who try to blend in with the white, taking on the preppy lifestyle.

Don’t get me wrong, there are exceptions to both races. Some are open and free to new things and different colors, but it is a rare sight to see a black and a white walking together.

It seems that everytime I try to come up with the reason why I don’t have one real friend here, it always leads me to think about race. Maybe it is because I am used to mixed groups of people. I mean, look at my main girl crew up north = Albanian, Greek, White, Columbian/Irish, and Jamaican/Asian. I don’t mean to imply that good friendships are based on color of skin, because thats not true. But for some reason, the segregation that is claimed to be non-existent, intimidates me.