Focus Article
Washington Post
In Syria, growing evidence of insurgency by Liz Sly
The once peaceful city, Hama, is now filled with fear, panic, and violence. Escalating attacks are worrying citizens and officials alike. Policemen say that at least 3 of their men dye every week from attacks. Fears of insurgency are rising and a panic outbreak in the city seems imminent. This article caught my attention because of how recently the attacks have been occurring. The revolt is less than a year old, and attacks have only become frequent in the past couple of weeks. Yet they still have been able to cause a huge impact on the city. It just amazes me how a person (or group)’s actions can change the life of so many people. If only they could focus their energies on positive things, they would be able to create a much more substantial transformation in the ideas or actions they disagree with.
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‘7 billionth' babies feted, as is O.C.'s Baby Jay by Jim Gomez and Tim Sullivan
The Monday was chosen by the U.N. to symbolize the birth of the 7th billion person born on earth. Seven babies were chosen across the globe, the first of whom was baby girl, Danica May Camacho born in the Philippines. This milestone troubles many who worry about overpopulation, and lack of resources.
New York Times
The Privileges of China’s Elite Include Purified Air by Andrew Jacobs
In Beijing, the gap between wealthy government officials and average citizens has always been substantial, but recent “privileges” have sent some people over the edge. Members of the communist party seem to have much better education, food, cars, homes, and overall more comfortable lifestyles than the ordinary person, but now even their air is better. The air in Beijing is filthy, and now government officials have air purifiers in their homes and workplaces. Many people have become very aggravated by this recent change and demand more fair treatment between citizens.
Reuters
PM wins vote, Greece still faces uncertainty by Harry Papachristou and Renee Maltezou
The Prime Minister of Greece made it through a parliament meeting and avoided snap elections. Many Greece citizens are extremely unhappy with the current situation their country is in. The problem appeared to start when Prime Minister Papandreou was elected in ’09 and revealed his plan to triple their budget. Possibilities of a Greece bailout were discussed along with bankruptcy and defaulting on their loans.
Washington Post
Libyan women savor new freedoms after revolution by Mary Beth Sheridan
Women of Libya have begun to find freedom in the middle of a revolution. For the first time, women have become a part of the revolt, by smuggling cash and other supplies to refugees. Although Libya is still going through reforms and continues to be a male-dominant society, the future is looking better for women’s rights.
Reflection
We have learned about political geography this past week. I’ve learned how globalization, population, and culture can affect the political geography of the world. For example, groups of tribes that speak the same language tend to join together to form nations.
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