Essay Outline

Planning sheet for Individual Research

Name:  Kyung ho Jung

Individual Research title: Immigration laws

What question do I want to ask?

·         What are the immigration laws in the US, Mexico and Canada?

·         Do they have anything in common and what is different?

·         Are any of their enforced laws related to one another?

·         Is it ethical for US to have different immigration laws for each country?

Where will I find the information to answer my questions?

·         EBSCO

·         Britannica School

·         Factreal.wordpress.com

·         Humanevents.com

How will I analyse the information?

·         Look for the difference between each country’s immigration laws and whether they are ethical or unethical. Is it fair or biased towards a specific country?

How will I identify and evaluate possible scenarios?

·         I will identify and evaluate possible scenarios by looking at the condition and current situation of the topic and whether it is a big issue or not. It will depend on how the immigration if occurring currently in USA, Mexico and Canada.

Possible scenarios

·         US will have strict immigration laws since there are many people who immigrate illegally and just intrude their nation without any certified permission. Also, these include drug dealing and other hazardous resources might be traded among illegal citizens. Mexico will most probably protect their border, but without as much security as US and have less strict regulations regarding the immigration. Canada will be the most peaceful and calm about immigration.

Evaluation of scenarios

·         There are many Mexicans who immigrate to US illegally, in violation of US nationality law, and this has been an issue for a long time. Immigration rules have become much more stringent and the security for illegal border crossing is serious and intense. Those who have an occupation in Canada and anyone who is a family member to the Canada’s citizen are permitted to immigrate and settle in the country. Due to the illegal immigration, the laws in Mexico have been stricter and have affected migrants to Mexico as well.

Possible courses of action

·         Each country could enforce the same law on one another to make it fair and justice. Being ethical regarding the immigration is right and by making less biased toward a specific country, will improve the relationship between the countries As well. 

Rational Choice Theory

Definition: An economic principle that assumes that individuals always make prudent and logical decisions that provide them with the greatest benefit or satisfaction and that are in their highest self-interest.

(http://www.investopedia.com/terms/r/rational-choice-theory.asp)

Ethical foreign politics are laws or fundamental actions that are done during any activities that are associated between different countries and Rational choice theory can affect it by undermining the trust between countries. Each one of them will think the country that they are interacting with are taking advantage of the trade that is happening. However, it can also be beneficial as the countries are earning what they require and need and the optimal condition. Hence, Rational choice theory can have a negative as well as positive impact on the ethical foreign politics.

Examples of Ethical foreign policy

1. In the US, officials must preserve American value by making an honest assessment of the issues at stake. Domestic support for US foreign policy should not be needlessly undermined and to preserve the values, officials must be sincere regarding the nature of Washington's proposed clients. Also, as partnerships such as authoritarian allies will become necessary, so Washington's association should not be the main factor in achieving a crucial goal. http://nationalinterest.org/commentary/creating-effective-ethical-foreign-policy-7358?page=1

2. William Hague, a British Foreign Secretary, believes that the main purpose of it is to promote human rights and trade and commerce should appear to be the core. He stated Foreign policy is domestic policy written in large and it has the power to transform human rights. For the right foreign policy for Britain, everyone should be ambitious toward the goal and inspire others with values and resolve the issue regarding poverty or political repression. http://www.middleeastmonitor.com/resources/commentary-and-analysis/1480-hague-and-an-ethical-foreign-policy

- The best foreign policy to create peace and not conflict are those which consider the after-effects and policies that benefit not only regarding peace or conflict, but the rights or other struggles that people are facing today. For instance, the foreign policy which Hague imposes on Britain to improve human rights. Policies that ponder about others such as the allies are also means to bring peace to the world. 

Ethical Foreign Politics

What is foreign ethical politics?

Foreign ethical politics are principles that are imposed in activities associated with the governments of different countries. 

How does it conflict or match with peace and conflict?

If ethical foreign politics actually did exist and were respected by the governments, they will be able to handle issues properly and although there might be conflicts, it will be minor. Also, peace among the countries will grow as well as revive when this is followed.

Do ethical foreign politics actually exist? 

I believe that ethical foreign politics do not actually exist, but it is something that countries are trying to enforce and practice this when two or more governments interact. This might be moral behaviours or an instinctive action that are common to do and know it will benefit one another if it is carried out such as being polite. Hence, ethical foreign politics exist within our instinct and actions, but it is not required or a law that actually enforced. 

International Newspapers

Colorado flooding:

1) New York Times - http://www.nytimes.com/2013/09/13/us/colorado-towns-are-left-stranded-in-deadly-floods.html?_r=0
In New York Times, the article talks about the loss and the tragic destruction of homes and land that have been destroyed by the flood. They interviewed people and wrote what the witnesses said. The bias in this article is that it focuses on what the victims had to say about the damage and how it affected and would affect their life. Instead of just informing about the flood, it depends and relies on those who experienced and seen the actually happening.

2) Washington Post -http://www.washingtonpost.com/business/people-rescued-by-helicopters-from-colorado-flooding/2013/09/13/b9823d0c-1cdd-11e3-80ac-96205cacb45a_story.html
The Washington post notes how people were saved by helicopters and those who were trapped. From time to time, it lists when and how people were rescued from their roofs and even those who were almost drowning. The bias in this article is based on the authorities and officials who were there to rescue and help them. It talks about what was done and how far it was done as time passed.

3) USA Today - http://www.usatoday.com/story/weather/2013/09/15/boulder-colorado-floods-larimer/2815667/
USA Today has notes down all that happened and it has opinions of the citizens, victims as well as the officials and authorities. I believe this article is the most reliable and the bias in it is trustworthy because it cites all the information given. Also, they interviewed those who lived in that area for a long time, to increase the credibility of the story. It also has many footage and photos of the actual disaster that it had taken place.

4) Houston Chronicle (chron.com)  - http://www.chron.com/news/us/article/Flooding-brings-tales-of-rescues-improvisation-4815256.php?cmpid=hpts
This article consists of true stories of victims and they tell tragic stories that occurred due to the flooding. The bias in this article is to convince the readers with emotion and talk about how neighbors come together to protect each others' families and homes. It retells all the memorable stories which appeals the readers' emotions.

Foreign ethical politics

What is foreign ethical politics?

Foreign ethical politics are principles that are imposed in activities associated with the governments of different countries. 

For and Against the impact of internet

1. Manali Oak (For) - working in the software industry, she list the positive impacts of the internet. It provides us with current news and communication between people from distant places. The search engines also have affected our lives to be much easier and convenient. Emails and instant messages, such as chatting, have made communication much more easier and social networking sites as well as blogging websites provide us with essential information and awareness. (http://www.buzzle.com/articles/positive-effects-of-internet.html)

2. Joseph Mazer (Against) - As an assistant professor in Clemson University, he found out that extreme use of internet can lead to depression an loneliness. Their communication between others will reduce as well as aggravate as time passes. Their social development in making friends and interacting with others will definitely be limited. It will cause many to lose track of time and aggravate their health. (http://phys.org/news/2012-10-negative-effects-internet.html)

3. Ramona French (For) - A Swedish author who believes that internet will affect us beneficially. With the internet, we are able to expand our knowledge by the access of the information provided. One will be able to learn about what is going on around the world and be aware of the necessities and significant requirements. We can use social networking programs such as skype and facebook, to contact those in other countries and someone far away. With the ability to communicate much easier and more, relationships between others can be improved. (http://www.livestrong.com/article/168003-positive-effects-of-internet-addiction/)

4. Justin Nicholas (Against) - Studying medicine and dentistry, he mentions the disadvantage of the internet. Firstly, he talks about the time consumption. Although some might think it is useful using the internet and browsing for hours, it is mostly useless and a waste of time. Advertisements take a lot of time in attracting the user's attention. Also, he mentions about the unreliability of the sources given. Most of the information might be rumors or made up by random people. some information are not proved and sites provide fake knowledge to the users. (http://www.ehow.com/info_8194143_positive-negative-impacts-internet.html)

Impact of internet through media on children

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ZYPKrOOy0w

This video was made by 6 RMIT university students to talk about whether internet is child-friendly or not. It explains how the exposure of internet to children can harm them and change their mind sets while growing up.
Although the internet connects people all around the world, saves money and time for communication, and provides knowledge to us, it has negative influences that can harm our, especially children, mental and physical abilities. Porn sites, gambling sites, addiction, social networking etc. all can bring a negative impact on the children. Explicit contents alter the mindset of children and affects the way they grow up. Facebook, Skype, MSN, twitter etc. are all social networking programs that allow people to interact with one another through chats or video. Even though the children might think they are "socializing," they are actually just sharing their personal information and if this is leaked, it highers the risk of getting hacked. Being insecure about one's personal information can cause a serious issue. There is  high chance of strangers or stalkers to obtain your information and do bad stuff with it. Cyber-bullying has grown and become something unavoidable.
After they list out all the negative impacts, they come up with 2 solutions. Instead of just taking away the computer from the child, the parents should block all the sites that are inappropriate and unwanted with a Anti-virus setting, router setting and a text filter. Another solution is providing proper education regards the danger of internet through real-life lessons or videos and programs. Monitoring the child should the most important. In addition, the commonwealth internet content law, established by ACMA, Internet service provider and Internet content hosts control children's access to internet content.

The Social Impact of the Internet on Our Society

Purpose:
To inform that internet creates new methods for citiznes to communicate and how it affects their life in various aspects. For instance, it can be used for in the field of Education, Health care and Business. It also tells us that internet affects us in most welcoming, exciting and challenging ways.

Argument (Main point):
Internet helps in the field of education, health care and business in various ways. In the areas of education,it helps the children in school to learn much more enthusiastically with exciting, interesting, engaging and very lively. The excitement and usefulness that the internet brings to everyone is beneficial and students are able to study much better. It gives great learning with much joy.
Due to the internet, it aids in the field of health care by giving free research and information regarding the health care to the general public. It provides a vast knowledge of great sources about the alternatives, side affects, treatments etc. there are also many sites that deal with many aspects of mental health.
Finally, in the field of business, internet will help many businesses to grow and experts predict that it will grow and advance greatly. Airline tickets, books and even computers are the most sold products in the internet in addition to tourism. Consumers purchase numerous objects and plan out their vacations through the internet.
Hence, internet is very useful and impacts our lives in positive aspects. education, health care, business are all major parts of the internet and benefits them greatly.

Bias:
This article talks about all the positive aspects of internet and the positive influences it brings to our lives. However, it does not mention any of the negative effects of internet and the danger it can cause. It is very biased towards one side and the author claims that internet is a being used for only beneficial purposes. It also does not consider those who do not have internet or computers, since the author is stating that without the internet, life will be harder and uncomfortable.

http://www2.math.umd.edu/~bnk//CAR/project.htm

Japan to spend $470 million in effort to deal with toxic water at Fukushima plant

Japanese prime minister, Shinzo Abe, and the government decided to spend 470 million dollars to deal with the nuclear accident and the toxic water crisis. National authorities are taking a part in aiding the aftermath and cope with the Tokyo Electric power company struggles. 

It happened approximately one month ago and 300 tons of toxic water was spilled. Another issue is that radioactive groundwater is leaking into the pacific ocean and is one of the biggest long-term problem. 

A plan that the government came up with was to freeze the ground that acquired 320 million dollars to prevent radioactive particles to seep out. However, this technique was not used for years and decades. This is the only way to hinder the leaks of groundwater permanently. TEPCO is involved and tries to help their problem. 

http://edition.cnn.com/2013/09/02/world/asia/japan-fukushima-crisis/index.html?hpt=wo_c2