5A: Identifying Local Opportunities
Judge orders 32 Florida counties to help Puerto Rican voters:
http://www.sun-sentinel.com/news/sns-bc-fl--florida-election-puerto-ricans-20180907-story.html
This article discussed how a federal judge ordered Florida counties to provide sample ballots in Spanish so Puerto Ricans were able to navigate English-only ballots. One of the plaintiffs in a lawsuit argued she can't vote effectively because she doesn't speak, read or understand English well.
The problem presented in the story is lack of bilingual ballots. Although this is something that can easily be solved by creating new ballots for each county, I guess an opportunity could be found in making this process more smooth flowing and effective.
The problem mainly exits for non-english speaking voters who want to vote in non-bilingual oriented counties. In this specific case, Puerto Ricans, one that happens to live in Gainesville, is incapable of successfully voting on a non-bilingual ballot.
Now it's a cousin of the Burmese python that is on the loose in South Florida
http://www.sun-sentinel.com/local/miami-dade/fl-ne-north-african-python-miami-dade-20180907-story.html
This article discussed how there are non-native, specifically North African pythons being found by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. These giant constrictors have been spotted living in the Bird Drive Recharge Area, a six-mile portion of western Miami-Dade County.
The problem presented within the article is the presence of a non-native and deadly snake that is currently on the loose in Florida, specifically Miami-Dade. The average size of a North African python in Florida is about 10-feet-long but can grow up to 20 feet.
The problem mainly exists for citizens within Miami-Dade county but this issue could easily spread to other areas if it isn't contained.
Rapper Mac Miller dead at 26
http://www.sun-sentinel.com/news/nationworld/ct-mac-miller-dead-20180907-story.html
This article discussed the death of rapper Mac Miller, 26 years old, at his home in Los Angeles. It's believed that early success in his career brought critical pans, which is what later caused him to turn to drugs. Many other friends of Mac have turned to social media, praying for his family.
The problem presented in this article is struggles leading to drug use, and eventually overdose. It isn't confirmed how Mac died, but it's believed a life of success and fame pushed him to the edge, leading to overwhelming amounts of drug use, and eventually just too much.
I believe this is an extremely common problem for famous people in general these days. Mac Miller dies from overdose today, Avicii died just months ago, who is next. Drug overdosing has become an extreme issue that needs a solution.
Tens of thousands of Floridians still face insurance 'nightmares' after Hurricane Irma
https://www.miamiherald.com/news/state/florida/article217393010.html
This article covered the results of hurricane Irma and how tens of thousands of floridians are still waiting on money to fix their homes, and how thousands more have sued their insurance companies. Much of the blame falls on the teams of unseasoned adjusters who complicated and delayed claim processes.
The problem presented in this article is lack of efficiency in the insurance departments within florida after hurricane Irma as well as the issues Floridians are facing due to their lack of efficiency. Many of americans remain homeless, with limited assistance from insurance.
The problem exists within insurance companies because they need to look for a more efficient way to handle these issues, and floridians who are dealing with the aftermath of these issues.
Two FIU football players shot in Opa-Locka drive-by
https://www.miamiherald.com/news/local/community/miami-dade/miami-gardens/article217941985.html
This article discussed the tragedy of two florida international university football players visiting a friend in Opa-locka who were shot in a drive-by shooting. Many members of the FIU community have released statements expressing their belief this was a pointless, useless, needless crime.
The problem presented in this article is the overreaching and highly controversial issue of gun safety. Whether your referring to school shootings or drive bys, gun laws need to be changed in order to ensure safety for all Americans.
This is honestly a problem for every single american. Everyday we are at risk and until laws change, more people could continue to die.
http://www.sun-sentinel.com/news/sns-bc-fl--florida-election-puerto-ricans-20180907-story.html
This article discussed how a federal judge ordered Florida counties to provide sample ballots in Spanish so Puerto Ricans were able to navigate English-only ballots. One of the plaintiffs in a lawsuit argued she can't vote effectively because she doesn't speak, read or understand English well.
The problem presented in the story is lack of bilingual ballots. Although this is something that can easily be solved by creating new ballots for each county, I guess an opportunity could be found in making this process more smooth flowing and effective.
The problem mainly exits for non-english speaking voters who want to vote in non-bilingual oriented counties. In this specific case, Puerto Ricans, one that happens to live in Gainesville, is incapable of successfully voting on a non-bilingual ballot.
Now it's a cousin of the Burmese python that is on the loose in South Florida
http://www.sun-sentinel.com/local/miami-dade/fl-ne-north-african-python-miami-dade-20180907-story.html
This article discussed how there are non-native, specifically North African pythons being found by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. These giant constrictors have been spotted living in the Bird Drive Recharge Area, a six-mile portion of western Miami-Dade County.
The problem presented within the article is the presence of a non-native and deadly snake that is currently on the loose in Florida, specifically Miami-Dade. The average size of a North African python in Florida is about 10-feet-long but can grow up to 20 feet.
The problem mainly exists for citizens within Miami-Dade county but this issue could easily spread to other areas if it isn't contained.
Rapper Mac Miller dead at 26
http://www.sun-sentinel.com/news/nationworld/ct-mac-miller-dead-20180907-story.html
This article discussed the death of rapper Mac Miller, 26 years old, at his home in Los Angeles. It's believed that early success in his career brought critical pans, which is what later caused him to turn to drugs. Many other friends of Mac have turned to social media, praying for his family.
The problem presented in this article is struggles leading to drug use, and eventually overdose. It isn't confirmed how Mac died, but it's believed a life of success and fame pushed him to the edge, leading to overwhelming amounts of drug use, and eventually just too much.
I believe this is an extremely common problem for famous people in general these days. Mac Miller dies from overdose today, Avicii died just months ago, who is next. Drug overdosing has become an extreme issue that needs a solution.
Tens of thousands of Floridians still face insurance 'nightmares' after Hurricane Irma
https://www.miamiherald.com/news/state/florida/article217393010.html
This article covered the results of hurricane Irma and how tens of thousands of floridians are still waiting on money to fix their homes, and how thousands more have sued their insurance companies. Much of the blame falls on the teams of unseasoned adjusters who complicated and delayed claim processes.
The problem presented in this article is lack of efficiency in the insurance departments within florida after hurricane Irma as well as the issues Floridians are facing due to their lack of efficiency. Many of americans remain homeless, with limited assistance from insurance.
The problem exists within insurance companies because they need to look for a more efficient way to handle these issues, and floridians who are dealing with the aftermath of these issues.
Two FIU football players shot in Opa-Locka drive-by
https://www.miamiherald.com/news/local/community/miami-dade/miami-gardens/article217941985.html
This article discussed the tragedy of two florida international university football players visiting a friend in Opa-locka who were shot in a drive-by shooting. Many members of the FIU community have released statements expressing their belief this was a pointless, useless, needless crime.
The problem presented in this article is the overreaching and highly controversial issue of gun safety. Whether your referring to school shootings or drive bys, gun laws need to be changed in order to ensure safety for all Americans.
This is honestly a problem for every single american. Everyday we are at risk and until laws change, more people could continue to die.
Hi Kasey - hope you are doing well. I really liked how well you summarized these different news articles, and how you were able to find what the problem was, who had the problem, and who it was affecting. I also covered the article about the Spanish ballot introduction, and thought it was really interesting. Overall, great job on your assignment.
ReplyDeleteHello Kasey, I also read about the insurance nightmares after the hurricane Irma and the cousin of the Burmese python thats on the loose in South Florida. Those are very interesting articles to read about and see how different type of people could be affected. I have to say that you did a great job on analyzing every article and finding its problem and who gets affected. Great job!
ReplyDeleteHello Kasey, good work on Assignment 5. In relation to your article about the death of Mac Miller; I believe that the US should move away from reprimanding people who abuse drugs, and focus on giving them help. If people are scared to open up their situation, it leads to a spiral downturn in terms of getting better. I believe this poses a big opportunity for people who want to help others.
ReplyDeleteHey Kasey, I enjoyed your post since there were some intriguing news. I find the news about Mac Miller interesting since there were a couple of songs that I liked from him. I believe we should help drug abusers instead of excluding them from society. Overall, I believe you did a good job explaining each situation and stating who has the problem.
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