The idea of standing outside on Wall Street to voice your opinion may seem chaotic but if that’s what it takes to be heard, it’s worth it. I like many young Americans are frustrated due to the massive debt that we will inherit in the near future. The lack of leadership in America is finally being brought to light and revealing the ruthless, cut throat political casino that it really is. So, the idea that my generation is using their civil rights to speak up and make a change for our future, simply shows that humanity has not lost the fight just yet.
Our generation now is trying to stand out and make a voice for our generations to come. The 1% that rules the remaining 99% of the world some how will always be there because with out them we wouldn't have extra time, we wouldn't have jobs, or even be as advance as we are today. Don't get me wrong i'm not congratulating rather giving credit where its due. Everything and anything is possible with the right support and maybe one day this argument will hold up but as for as now 99% yet to argue that they don't need fast food or technology rather the prices or the power of the matter. People are not ready to give up on the serives that the 1% provides.
What can we do for our generation and the generations to come ? We can just sit here apathetically or Fight for what is just. Voicing our opinion about how the corporations are utilizing and abusing their power to get what they want is just the path to go. We're the 99% and they're that 1% so like many young Americans, we have to speak out and show them we can't take this anymore.But on the other hand, these are the corporations that provided us with things that is essential for us to survive such as : clothing,food, water, and many other goods and services. But what can we say, are we wrong for speaking out for what is right ? or we can just sit there and let them walk over us for the rest of our lives. You choose.
The tens of thousands of protesters occupying streets in lower Manhattan and around the country are allowing the corporate media from MSNBC to Fox News to paint them as a bunch of out-of-control, radical hipsters and dirty, old hippies clashing with a-hole cops. At least that is how the news want to put it. Unlike the resistance group Occupied Miami that is really about helping folks who have lost their homes to foreclosure. Some want the government to forgive student loans. They are realizing this country has gone to hell and that they have been manipulated for too long. Now it's time for the protesters to get organized. These protesters have the idea right. But time is running out for them to be heard. They need to fight for reasonable work for reasonable Americans. And newspapers and TV stations must catch on before it's too late. If we don't do something soon about the morass of an economy we live in, we'll end up living in a simulated reality becoming a result or a factor that can change it.
I tip my hat to those who occupy, “Occupy Miami”. Some organizations act violently during protests trying to demand their results. However, “Occupy Miami” takes a more passive approach, informing those in charge of their opinions, rather than savagely attacking corporations. More protestors should take this strategic plan into consideration because it seems to get more positive results for all. Just look at the African American Civil Rights Movement, probably of the greatest nonviolent resistances ever performed. Simple boycotts, sit-ins, and freedom rides were enough to push our society into a new generation of integration. No violence was needed and this was one of the biggest breakthroughs in history. Anger and violence just cause corporations and ecological organizations to bump heads. While the opposing peaceful standpoint gives everyone the opportunity to speak their part and keep a clear, un-clouded view to the others side.
The current protests that are going on is a step in the right direction. While some may think protesting does nothing, it only does nothing if you do nothing. People are showing the government and corporations that they will not allow themselves to be stepped all over and let them control the "99%". The United States is one of the only countries where corporations have so much power. Why? We let it get to that point. Now we are making up for it and fighting.
Occupy Miami is a passive protest which holds the right intentions. The whole idea of Occupy wall Street demands all the right things which would shift part of the power from the corporations to their workers. After all, if these workers are the foundation for all the profits these corporations make, then they deserve more generous rewards than miserable wages and virtually no rights. Corporations need their workers as much as workers need these corporations. So protesters shouldn't go as far as demand the disappearance of these corporations, because they do provide some sort of financial support for many as small as it is. I had the opportunity to talk to someone who was present in one of the Occupy Wall Street protests back in New York City. She said that even though the majority of the people tried to keep it passive, some protesters would get so carried away they would start taunting the cops. The idea of making our voices heard is great - we just have to do it the right way and know exactly what we are demanding. We want to reach middle ground, not create more chaos and inequalities.
The idea of protesting for something that you think is wrong and you want justice in my opinion, go ahead do it! get your voice heard. we have done it before with the martin Luther king Jr " i have a dream" and helped African Americans get the economic and civil rights they deserved.The idea here is to battle the pernicious influence of corporations in politics; the protesters are alarmed that 1% of the people in this country control the wealth and thus have all the political power. whether is starts as the people register their anger in a way that the political structure cannot ignore; we have the right to be heard. and is taking the risk of doing something like this, then so be it. is worth it !
All the people participating in these protests represent the majority of us who are angry with the way corporations have unfairly used their power. Although these corporations have a lot of control they only use it to benefit themselves. The economy is not getting any better, yet the big corporations are getting richer. People are still losing their jobs and the unemployment rate continues to rise. So the most efficient way to get this point across was to start these protests that "occupy" certain cities in the U.S. These people have gathered together to speak out about our country's current economic problems. Many of us support these protests because just like all of them, we hope to see a positive change occur in our economy.
Yesterday I went to the Government Center to speak to the protesters and ask them a couple of questions. Unfortunately, what I found was a disappointment. On TV, the media shows something completely different than what I witnessed. I was expecting to see people fighting for what they believe in, protesting for justice and trying to make a difference. I showed up at the government center and saw a man playing with a hula-hoop, three men playing little toy drums, and camping tents. Also, despite the “No alcohol and no drugs” sign at the entrance, the smell of weed reeked that entire section. How is anyone supposed to take these people seriously? If these are the people that are fighting for change, we have little hope. There is no justice when there is no representation. I did not see any effort to making a difference. I’m not putting these people down; I’m just shocked that this did not seem like a protest at all. What is their real purpose for being there? They have to show the media what they are really fighting for. I spoke to man named Richard and asked him what his reason was for being there. His response was: everything. So, what is everything? I think that this protest is too vague. I see a mob of people with a list of complaints to the government but I have yet to hear a solution. They should try to come up with a solution to what they are fighting for. “Everything” is a general answer. This is coming from a man that is a political science student at Miami-Dade College. He is there 3 to 4 hours each day to protest. He says, ‘people that have the power will not give it away willingly and a movement is required.’ He said that there is no spokesperson and that everyone just participates. But it makes me wonder how so many people with different reasons to protest will have their voices heard. And I also wonder if these people that occupy Miami will be taken seriously. The protest is mainly targeting the corporations that are manipulated by the government. What is the next step for this movement? People need to start by having a voice, then find solutions, and continue to fight for what they believe in. It’s not a camping trip, it’s a protest.
What I like about being an America or living here is that we have a constitutional right to express how we feel. Protest about a topic we deem unfair, injustice etc. wouldn’t many who live in communist countries, wish to do the same. Occupy Miami is a good idea on how to protest reasonably. Their approach on the subject is a good one; people occupying a public space to protest peacefully and educationally. My opinion is that yes maybe these big companies are corrupt and control everything. But money speaks and can move mountains. And they get the money from us the consumers. We have to see it’s a two way affair. We can blame and protest all we want but taking action is louder than words. That’s why the 99% percent that are saying no more to the 1% of the companies that control big businesses are taking the action.
Let’s occupy the world if we have too! The thought of standing outside of these big corporate companies sounds like a great Idea to me. If we have to show these people that real rights is what we need, then that’s what we’ll show them. These people are forgetting what real unity is to the United States of America. People are dying, losing their jobs, and missing out on education because the government won’t spare to help the ones in need. Bankers, politicians, and corporate companies are taking all the money for themselves. As the rich get richer, the poor get poorer when will this stop? Soon I hope, the people that are occupying in the different states deserve some respect, after all they are fighting for our rights. I went to occupy Miami on Friday and interviewed a young man by the name of Jacob, very friendly with a lot of information to share. He told me that he is occupying at Miami because he and his family are in need of a good health care service and also he would like to attend school but he can afford it, because of the rise in school tuitions and taxes. Let’s hope that thing gets settled soon.
Yesterday I went to downtown to be part of occupy Miami, I was proud to see lot of people; especially students to raise their voice for a better future. We are the 99% against Wall Street 1%, while I was there I noticed that the protesters were peaceful, there wasn’t no violations. People are wants taxes to be cuts off; and are demanding jobs. Florida has the highest ranking of unemployment in the United States after the crisis started no wonder these peaceful protesters have been camping for many days and standing together like a family; waiting for theirs voice to be heard. I totally agree and supports the cause because its time for a change.
Sometimes forming a large group shows how serious you are about the situation that is occurring the economy. Many Americans are showing intrest, which is a good thing in our nation. People are starting to realize what is really going on With our current flaw in the economy and it will grow until we do something to fix it. Now our current generation is showing that we care about to state our economy is. This is a start, but it's a good way and it's making a difference. Hopefully it works and gives us hope for the next generations to come to have a more stable life.
I deeply admire the whole "occupy" movement, but what we need in government is more regulation and more help aimed towards main street rather than wall street, more people need to get involved in these protests and a point needs to be made that we are tired and done with being exploited and done with bailing out these corporations while their CEOs continue to receive million dollar bonuses every year at the taxpayer's expense, all the while unemployment is higher than ever and life becomes ever increasingly difficult for the average American.
The whole idea of Occupy Wall Street demands all the right things which would shift part of the power from the corporations to their workers. This is a passive protest and while others think that protesting is negative in a way then you’re not really fighting for what you believe is right. Everyone deserves their right of freedom and speech. Unfortunately people are losing their jobs and some aren’t even able to go to school due to the lack of government support. I think protesting is a positive way to gain knowledge and raise awareness.
The whole idea of Occupy Wall Street demands all the right things which would shift part of the power from the corporations to their workers. This is a passive protest and while others think that protesting is negative in a way then you’re not really fighting for what you believe is right. Everyone deserves their right of freedom and speech. Unfortunately people are losing their jobs and some aren’t even able to go to school due to the lack of government support. I think protesting is a positive way to gain knowledge and raise awareness.
I believe that in order to make a change, something drastic has to be done. One effective way (if done right) is protesting because its a peaceful way of raising awareness. The "Occupy" movement that is going on, in my opinion is amazing. People are tired of the 1% controlling the 99% of people. But at the same time, people must be aware that corporations is both a blessing and a curse. Its curse is that it can basically do whatever it wants but the blessing is that it provides jobs and provides the many things that we like. Those Panasonic cameras and Samsung phones doesn't just fall from the sky, somebody sits there and make it. The money they earn from doing so helps provide for their family and other needs. Those corporations need to be closely regulated because if they were we wouldn't have such a big problem now.
protesting through time has been the most effective way for the little persons voice to be heard, but what made most protest effective and inspire change was that they had a clear unified message. I believe that occupying wall street is a great way for your voice to be heard, it is going to the heart of the problem and screaming for attention, but what I don't understand is what is it that you want to change by occupying. Maybe I'm the only one but through all of this I still don't understand what you plan to change with the protest, so far from the information I gathered you want to change corporations but what do you want to change. corporations are huge giving broad statements to them are pretty much useless, I feel that if they targeted the biggest problem that corporations have then it will be more effective, but don't take this as me saying that corporations have the right to do what they want I believe something should be done but what can we do to cause such a big change?
GABRIEL GUTIERREZ This graphic is an interesting way to start off this post. The simple fact that a mass amount of people would be willing to gather for a common cause really lets you know they feel passionately about their plight. However, when you are carrying the very thing your out there in protest of all over you it devalues your cause. One thing I have always found interesting about the citizens of this great country (the greatest), is that they often abuse their rights. People come to the United States from all over the world for the “American Dream’’, most of those people appreciate the fact that they know if they come here and work as hard as they can they will have no limits on the amount of success they can have. A luxury they would otherwise not be granted in their homeland. Which is why it baffles me that some Americans can argue against the ability to work and reap. I currently do not have a job but I live everyday with the notion that thanks to this great country and those before me, that I will be as successful as the amount of effort I put in. I do not expect anything from my government for my lack of work. Its not right. Peoples assumption that welfare, Medicare, and other government benefits is owed to them and that they shouldn’t have to work is a sad yet widespread epidemic in these great states. Blaming the corporations and Wall Street is simply an easy way these people to deflect the fact that they are lazy and do not want to work for their livelihoods. Maybe if these people started occupying jobs, as opposed to Wall Street and Government Center to name a few, they would have less to complain about and more to be happy about.
Although some people may seem to have a valid point when they criticize the protestors by using and wearing products from the same corporations they are protesting against daily, the fact of the matter is based on the corporations actions, not on their products. Simply because these people are wearing brand name clothing and using "nikon" cameras does not mean they contradict their protesting. I believe in fact that the corporations are abusing of their power. And the fact that they are only 1% is what heats up the fire even more. How can such a small percentage have such a drastic impact on our lives and fume us to the point where we are "occupying" and "camping in"? Well the situation is one that needs to be heard by the voices of the 99 percentile. Therefore, I completely support those who have had the courage to firmly protest, and their choices in locations are the utmost superb. What better place to protest against corporations then on wall street and the government center. This is making their point full of clearity and persistance.
Standing outside on wall street or in front of the government center to voice our opinion is exactly what needs to be done. Im glad to see that our generation is taking a stand against these major corporations. I must admit that I was blind as to why they were even protesting before this post, but, it really is something to know that people are standing against these corporations. I realize that they do provide america with jobs and products that we probably couldn't get other wise. I must admit that there are a few which we as society would find very hard to live without. But these corporations should not be allowed to just do as they please. They use there wealth to buy out and manipulate the government into benefiting them. They are only 1 percent and we are 99. We as americans should not allow for the corruption they are implementing in our government. They get bail outs while we are stuck with rising costs of living.
"We the people cannot be silenced anymore. End corporate GREED!!! We've had enough" is one of the signs they had posted near the tints. This is just the beginning of what some people hope will become a very broad and deep discussion. Occupy Miami at Government Center is basically about how money is being invested. Dozens of people were protesting outside of Government Center in Downtown Miami and have slept in their tints for days. These protesters are very determined that a change will occur. It's crazy how the heads of corporations are making millions, while they're doing nothing and their salary is rising while employers are getting laid off and their salaries slashed. I spoke with 25 year old Tyre who has been there five days straight states "This world is sick and twisted. Their trying to control the youth and the children's." He also saids that the Government is so greedy with money that there are people dying because lack of help with medical need, lack of help with eduction and etc. I spoke with another protester Madam Home who stated that "Their values about poor people is ashame. They are the government for themselves and don't care about us people. We our taking out our time, strength and power to protest because we no longer can tolerate this treatment. Reality is at the door and I will continue to file federal complaint and sue for what I believe in". Speaking to both of these people was a great experience. They both spoke with power and determination that something will be done. I really do hope that our opinions and those who are out there in tints and putting the effort will be heard and respected.
The site welcomed me with open arms. Everyone was friendly and in a cheerful mood. As I spoke to the members of Occupy Miami I refer to as Green eyes and Black they had a lot to say about the cause and the government. Green eyes which I spoke to most of the time I was at the campsite that was housed next to the downtown government center felt that he was neither happy or content with how life is in america. He has been sleeping at there for seven days and plan to return home next Sunday. He is frustrated with how the government is being run and hope that these protest will influence other to open their eyes to the sorrow that many america face. Beside the rain and the possible mental breakdown he told me it was all worth it. Black told me that before joining this campsite community he gave up hope on america and the lack of change. He expressed his thankfulness for joining a cause such as Occupy Miami.
My views
"We are that 99%" stood out to me. That 1% meaning the government and majority rules fighting for what we view as right. The government body will have no other choice but to listen to the people. Occupy Miami reminds me of liberalism(where as they believe freedom is the choices that you make that are not influenced by others) and the government as hard determinism ( "humans are like a brush in the hands of an artist, though in his view the "artist" is a mix of societal manipulation and chance" i.e mainly the government) although they preached about freedom. When green eyes held up a sign stating "Are Americans free"? I pondered that question for a minute and responded "We are not" He shock his head agreeing. Liberalism would say yes because we are responsible for the choices in life and it was your choice to fight for your beliefs.
Before I left I spoke to another person I refer to as Spikes because of his hair. We talked about how life is your own and it takes one person to influence change.I wrote graffiti with him on the public side walk of the government center. "No $ but WE HAVE LIFE"
27 comments:
The idea of standing outside on Wall Street to voice your opinion may seem chaotic but if that’s what it takes to be heard, it’s worth it. I like many young Americans are frustrated due to the massive debt that we will inherit in the near future. The lack of leadership in America is finally being brought to light and revealing the ruthless, cut throat political casino that it really is. So, the idea that my generation is using their civil rights to speak up and make a change for our future, simply shows that humanity has not lost the fight just yet.
Tisha, full name, please.
Our generation now is trying to stand out and make a voice for our generations to come. The 1% that rules the remaining 99% of the world some how will always be there because with out them we wouldn't have extra time, we wouldn't have jobs, or even be as advance as we are today. Don't get me wrong i'm not congratulating rather giving credit where its due. Everything and anything is possible with the right support and maybe one day this argument will hold up but as for as now 99% yet to argue that they don't need fast food or technology rather the prices or the power of the matter. People are not ready to give up on the serives that the 1% provides.
What can we do for our generation and the generations to come ? We can just sit here apathetically or Fight for what is just. Voicing our opinion about how the corporations are utilizing and abusing their power to get what they want is just the path to go. We're the 99% and they're that 1% so like many young Americans, we have to speak out and show them we can't take this anymore.But on the other hand, these are the corporations that provided us with things that is essential for us to survive such as : clothing,food, water, and many other goods and services. But what can we say, are we wrong for speaking out for what is right ? or we can just sit there and let them walk over us for the rest of our lives. You choose.
The tens of thousands of protesters occupying streets in lower Manhattan and around the country are allowing the corporate media from MSNBC to Fox News to paint them as a bunch of out-of-control, radical hipsters and dirty, old hippies clashing with a-hole cops. At least that is how the news want to put it. Unlike the resistance group Occupied Miami that is really about helping folks who have lost their homes to foreclosure. Some want the government to forgive student loans. They are realizing this country has gone to hell and that they have been manipulated for too long. Now it's time for the protesters to get organized. These protesters have the idea right. But time is running out for them to be heard. They need to fight for reasonable work for reasonable Americans. And newspapers and TV stations must catch on before it's too late. If we don't do something soon about the morass of an economy we live in, we'll end up living in a simulated reality becoming a result or a factor that can change it.
I tip my hat to those who occupy, “Occupy Miami”. Some organizations act violently during protests trying to demand their results. However, “Occupy Miami” takes a more passive approach, informing those in charge of their opinions, rather than savagely attacking corporations. More protestors should take this strategic plan into consideration because it seems to get more positive results for all. Just look at the African American Civil Rights Movement, probably of the greatest nonviolent resistances ever performed. Simple boycotts, sit-ins, and freedom rides were enough to push our society into a new generation of integration. No violence was needed and this was one of the biggest breakthroughs in history. Anger and violence just cause corporations and ecological organizations to bump heads. While the opposing peaceful standpoint gives everyone the opportunity to speak their part and keep a clear, un-clouded view to the others side.
The current protests that are going on is a step in the right direction. While some may think protesting does nothing, it only does nothing if you do nothing. People are showing the government and corporations that they will not allow themselves to be stepped all over and let them control the "99%". The United States is one of the only countries where corporations have so much power. Why? We let it get to that point. Now we are making up for it and fighting.
Occupy Miami is a passive protest which holds the right intentions. The whole idea of Occupy wall Street demands all the right things which would shift part of the power from the corporations to their workers. After all, if these workers are the foundation for all the profits these corporations make, then they deserve more generous rewards than miserable wages and virtually no rights. Corporations need their workers as much as workers need these corporations. So protesters shouldn't go as far as demand the disappearance of these corporations, because they do provide some sort of financial support for many as small as it is. I had the opportunity to talk to someone who was present in one of the Occupy Wall Street protests back in New York City. She said that even though the majority of the people tried to keep it passive, some protesters would get so carried away they would start taunting the cops. The idea of making our voices heard is great - we just have to do it the right way and know exactly what we are demanding. We want to reach middle ground, not create more chaos and inequalities.
The idea of protesting for something that you think is wrong and you want justice in my opinion, go ahead do it! get your voice heard. we have done it before with the martin Luther king Jr " i have a dream" and helped African Americans get the economic and civil rights they deserved.The idea here is to battle the pernicious influence of corporations in politics; the protesters are alarmed that 1% of the people in this country control the wealth and thus have all the political power. whether is starts as the people register their anger in a way that the political structure cannot ignore; we have the right to be heard. and is taking the risk of doing something like this, then so be it. is worth it !
All the people participating in these protests represent the majority of us who are angry with the way corporations have unfairly used their power. Although these corporations have a lot of control they only use it to benefit themselves. The economy is not getting any better, yet the big corporations are getting richer. People are still losing their jobs and the unemployment rate continues to rise. So the most efficient way to get this point across was to start these protests that "occupy" certain cities in the U.S. These people have gathered together to speak out about our country's current economic problems. Many of us support these protests because just like all of them, we hope to see a positive change occur in our economy.
Yesterday I went to the Government Center to speak to the protesters and ask them a couple of questions. Unfortunately, what I found was a disappointment. On TV, the media shows something completely different than what I witnessed. I was expecting to see people fighting for what they believe in, protesting for justice and trying to make a difference. I showed up at the government center and saw a man playing with a hula-hoop, three men playing little toy drums, and camping tents. Also, despite the “No alcohol and no drugs” sign at the entrance, the smell of weed reeked that entire section. How is anyone supposed to take these people seriously? If these are the people that are fighting for change, we have little hope. There is no justice when there is no representation. I did not see any effort to making a difference. I’m not putting these people down; I’m just shocked that this did not seem like a protest at all. What is their real purpose for being there? They have to show the media what they are really fighting for. I spoke to man named Richard and asked him what his reason was for being there. His response was: everything. So, what is everything? I think that this protest is too vague. I see a mob of people with a list of complaints to the government but I have yet to hear a solution. They should try to come up with a solution to what they are fighting for. “Everything” is a general answer. This is coming from a man that is a political science student at Miami-Dade College. He is there 3 to 4 hours each day to protest. He says, ‘people that have the power will not give it away willingly and a movement is required.’ He said that there is no spokesperson and that everyone just participates. But it makes me wonder how so many people with different reasons to protest will have their voices heard. And I also wonder if these people that occupy Miami will be taken seriously. The protest is mainly targeting the corporations that are manipulated by the government. What is the next step for this movement? People need to start by having a voice, then find solutions, and continue to fight for what they believe in. It’s not a camping trip, it’s a protest.
What I like about being an America or living here is that we have a constitutional right to express how we feel. Protest about a topic we deem unfair, injustice etc. wouldn’t many who live in communist countries, wish to do the same. Occupy Miami is a good idea on how to protest reasonably. Their approach on the subject is a good one; people occupying a public space to protest peacefully and educationally. My opinion is that yes maybe these big companies are corrupt and control everything. But money speaks and can move mountains. And they get the money from us the consumers. We have to see it’s a two way affair. We can blame and protest all we want but taking action is louder than words. That’s why the 99% percent that are saying no more to the 1% of the companies that control big businesses are taking the action.
Let’s occupy the world if we have too! The thought of standing outside of these big corporate companies sounds like a great Idea to me. If we have to show these people that real rights is what we need, then that’s what we’ll show them. These people are forgetting what real unity is to the United States of America. People are dying, losing their jobs, and missing out on education because the government won’t spare to help the ones in need. Bankers, politicians, and corporate companies are taking all the money for themselves. As the rich get richer, the poor get poorer when will this stop? Soon I hope, the people that are occupying in the different states deserve some respect, after all they are fighting for our rights. I went to occupy Miami on Friday and interviewed a young man by the name of Jacob, very friendly with a lot of information to share. He told me that he is occupying at Miami because he and his family are in need of a good health care service and also he would like to attend school but he can afford it, because of the rise in school tuitions and taxes. Let’s hope that thing gets settled soon.
Yesterday I went to downtown to be part of occupy Miami, I was proud to see lot of people; especially students to raise their voice for a better future. We are the 99% against Wall Street 1%, while I was there I noticed that the protesters were peaceful, there wasn’t no violations. People are wants taxes to be cuts off; and are demanding jobs. Florida has the highest ranking of unemployment in the United States after the crisis started no wonder these peaceful protesters have been camping for many days and standing together like a family; waiting for theirs voice to be heard. I totally agree and supports the cause because its time for a change.
Sometimes forming a large group shows how serious you are about the situation that is occurring the economy. Many Americans are showing intrest, which is a good thing in our nation. People are starting to realize what is really going on With our current flaw in the economy and it will grow until we do something to fix it. Now our current generation is showing that we care about to state our economy is. This is a start, but it's a good way and it's making a difference. Hopefully it works and gives us hope for the next generations to come to have a more stable life.
I deeply admire the whole "occupy" movement, but what we need in government is more regulation and more help aimed towards main street rather than wall street, more people need to get involved in these protests and a point needs to be made that we are tired and done with being exploited and done with bailing out these corporations while their CEOs continue to receive million dollar bonuses every year at the taxpayer's expense, all the while unemployment is higher than ever and life becomes ever increasingly difficult for the average American.
The whole idea of Occupy Wall Street demands all the right things which would shift part of the power from the corporations to their workers. This is a passive protest and while others think that protesting is negative in a way then you’re not really fighting for what you believe is right. Everyone deserves their right of freedom and speech. Unfortunately people are losing their jobs and some aren’t even able to go to school due to the lack of government support. I think protesting is a positive way to gain knowledge and raise awareness.
The whole idea of Occupy Wall Street demands all the right things which would shift part of the power from the corporations to their workers. This is a passive protest and while others think that protesting is negative in a way then you’re not really fighting for what you believe is right. Everyone deserves their right of freedom and speech. Unfortunately people are losing their jobs and some aren’t even able to go to school due to the lack of government support. I think protesting is a positive way to gain knowledge and raise awareness.
I believe that in order to make a change, something drastic has to be done. One effective way (if done right) is protesting because its a peaceful way of raising awareness. The "Occupy" movement that is going on, in my opinion is amazing. People are tired of the 1% controlling the 99% of people. But at the same time, people must be aware that corporations is both a blessing and a curse. Its curse is that it can basically do whatever it wants but the blessing is that it provides jobs and provides the many things that we like. Those Panasonic cameras and Samsung phones doesn't just fall from the sky, somebody sits there and make it. The money they earn from doing so helps provide for their family and other needs. Those corporations need to be closely regulated because if they were we wouldn't have such a big problem now.
protesting through time has been the most effective way for the little persons voice to be heard, but what made most protest effective and inspire change was that they had a clear unified message. I believe that occupying wall street is a great way for your voice to be heard, it is going to the heart of the problem and screaming for attention, but what I don't understand is what is it that you want to change by occupying. Maybe I'm the only one but through all of this I still don't understand what you plan to change with the protest, so far from the information I gathered you want to change corporations but what do you want to change. corporations are huge giving broad statements to them are pretty much useless, I feel that if they targeted the biggest problem that corporations have then it will be more effective, but don't take this as me saying that corporations have the right to do what they want I believe something should be done but what can we do to cause such a big change?
GABRIEL GUTIERREZ
This graphic is an interesting way to start off this post. The simple fact that a mass amount of people would be willing to gather for a common cause really lets you know they feel passionately about their plight. However, when you are carrying the very thing your out there in protest of all over you it devalues your cause. One thing I have always found interesting about the citizens of this great country (the greatest), is that they often abuse their rights. People come to the United States from all over the world for the “American Dream’’, most of those people appreciate the fact that they know if they come here and work as hard as they can they will have no limits on the amount of success they can have. A luxury they would otherwise not be granted in their homeland. Which is why it baffles me that some Americans can argue against the ability to work and reap. I currently do not have a job but I live everyday with the notion that thanks to this great country and those before me, that I will be as successful as the amount of effort I put in. I do not expect anything from my government for my lack of work. Its not right. Peoples assumption that welfare, Medicare, and other government benefits is owed to them and that they shouldn’t have to work is a sad yet widespread epidemic in these great states. Blaming the corporations and Wall Street is simply an easy way these people to deflect the fact that they are lazy and do not want to work for their livelihoods. Maybe if these people started occupying jobs, as opposed to Wall Street and Government Center to name a few, they would have less to complain about and more to be happy about.
Although some people may seem to have a valid point when they criticize the protestors by using and wearing products from the same corporations they are protesting against daily, the fact of the matter is based on the corporations actions, not on their products. Simply because these people are wearing brand name clothing and using "nikon" cameras does not mean they contradict their protesting. I believe in fact that the corporations are abusing of their power. And the fact that they are only 1% is what heats up the fire even more. How can such a small percentage have such a drastic impact on our lives and fume us to the point where we are "occupying" and "camping in"? Well the situation is one that needs to be heard by the voices of the 99 percentile. Therefore, I completely support those who have had the courage to firmly protest, and their choices in locations are the utmost superb. What better place to protest against corporations then on wall street and the government center. This is making their point full of clearity and persistance.
Standing outside on wall street or in front of the government center to voice our opinion is exactly what needs to be done. Im glad to see that our generation is taking a stand against these major corporations. I must admit that I was blind as to why they were even protesting before this post, but, it really is something to know that people are standing against these corporations. I realize that they do provide america with jobs and products that we probably couldn't get other wise. I must admit that there are a few which we as society would find very hard to live without. But these corporations should not be allowed to just do as they please. They use there wealth to buy out and manipulate the government into benefiting them. They are only 1 percent and we are 99. We as americans should not allow for the corruption they are implementing in our government. They get bail outs while we are stuck with rising costs of living.
"We the people cannot be silenced anymore. End corporate GREED!!! We've had enough" is one of the signs they had posted near the tints. This is just the beginning of what some people hope will become a very broad and deep discussion. Occupy Miami at Government Center is basically about how money is being invested. Dozens of people were protesting outside of Government Center in Downtown Miami and have slept in their tints for days. These protesters are very determined that a change will occur. It's crazy how the heads of corporations are making millions, while they're doing nothing and their salary is rising while employers are getting laid off and their salaries slashed. I spoke with 25 year old Tyre who has been there five days straight states "This world is sick and twisted. Their trying to control the youth and the children's." He also saids that the Government is so greedy with money that there are people dying because lack of help with medical need, lack of help with eduction and etc. I spoke with another protester Madam Home who stated that "Their values about poor people is ashame. They are the government for themselves and don't care about us people. We our taking out our time, strength and power to protest because we no longer can tolerate this treatment. Reality is at the door and I will continue to file federal complaint and sue for what I believe in". Speaking to both of these people was a great experience. They both spoke with power and determination that something will be done. I really do hope that our opinions and those who are out there in tints and putting the effort will be heard and respected.
The site welcomed me with open arms. Everyone was friendly and in a cheerful mood. As I spoke to the members of Occupy Miami I refer to as Green eyes and Black they had a lot to say about the cause and the government. Green eyes which I spoke to most of the time I was at the campsite that was housed next to the downtown government center felt that he was neither happy or content with how life is in america. He has been sleeping at there for seven days and plan to return home next Sunday. He is frustrated with how the government is being run and hope that these protest will influence other to open their eyes to the sorrow that many america face. Beside the rain and the possible mental breakdown he told me it was all worth it. Black told me that before joining this campsite community he gave up hope on america and the lack of change. He expressed his thankfulness for joining a cause such as Occupy Miami.
My views
"We are that 99%" stood out to me. That 1% meaning the government and majority rules fighting for what we view as right. The government body will have no other choice but to listen to the people. Occupy Miami reminds me of liberalism(where as they believe freedom is the choices that you make that are not influenced by others) and the government as hard determinism ( "humans are like a brush in the hands of an artist, though in his view the "artist" is a mix of societal manipulation and chance" i.e mainly the government) although they preached about freedom. When green eyes held up a sign stating "Are Americans free"? I pondered that question for a minute and responded "We are not" He shock his head agreeing. Liberalism would say yes because we are responsible for the choices in life and it was your choice to fight for your beliefs.
Before I left I spoke to another person I refer to as Spikes because of his hair. We talked about how life is your own and it takes one person to influence change.I wrote graffiti with him on the public side walk of the government center. "No $ but WE HAVE LIFE"
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