Will the real slim shady please stand up.

Ever thought about what it'd be like to be in the shoes of a bad boy? Rebeling against society, and what everyone thinks about you? Yet, in the music industry ever wondered how "normal" they actually are in terms of giving their audiences what they want? Eminem is a prime example of this image. He gives off a tough boy persona snarling in his photos, and speaking of violent acts. He's most popular for his hatred against women, but he adores his daughter so much that he has her tattooed on his arm? Though, what some people may not believe is that he says that he only does it for the music. He doesn't act like this in real life? Eminem also known as Marshall Mathers has gotten a bad rap for his outlandish ideas and actions. We all understand, he had a bad life, but he rose to the top in hollywood, so shouldn't he be happy? It's all in how you react to the situation and overcoming your obstacles. What Eminem needs to remember is it's not what society thinks, it's how you act. Something I found interesting is an article titled: "8 Reasons Eminmen's Poplularity is a Disaster for Women" by: Jackson Katz. He explains that even though he acts hard as nails with his racist, misoganist, anti-gay lyrics and attitude, it's all a cover up. He's hiding the real Marshall Mathers behind a "constructed tough- white-guy image", a.k.a. Slim Shady. An example of this is his 2003 song dedicated to his daughter, "Hailey's Song". It shows Eminem's real side with home videos of him, his ex-wife Kim and his daughter Hailey. Goofing off, having fun, working/rapping, and the incidents he went through with his ex-wife. An important lyric that Eminem says is: "I act like shit don't phase me, inside it drives me crazy, my insecurities could eat me alive". This right here is Eminem saying I build up this wall so people can't hurt me and I can't show it. Another lyric reads: "Now you probably get this picture from my public persona that i'm pistol packing drug addict that bags on his mama". His tough exterior and actions has led people to believe he's a hateful man who despises his mother for not being there for him when he was younger. He puts his emotions into his music, and as it seems as though his daughter is only who still loves him for who he really is. On one hand, Eminem acts, and speaks vulgar at times and people start to wonder about him. Yet, on the other side is he is still a human being and he's just acting to the way that the media has depicted him as, and what his fans think. Please, share your thoughts on how you feel towards Eminem and his music.

"Bitch, what do you mean you weren't born a girl?!"

Have you ever wondered what it'd be like to have your personal information broadcast to the world? Wouldn't you feel embarrased to act out on public televsion? Why not be civilized and talk in the privacy of your own home. The media industry thrives on any opportunity to put someone's character flaws and inadequaces out on the line. A popular television show: "Jerry Springer" showcases people who are having problems and want Jerry's advice. The audience will even step in and give them their thoughts towards the issue at hand. The problem with this show is that it's violent, and offensive to viewers. A typical stereotype towards this show is that you have no modesty or class by letting your rididculous actions be publicized. These people are stereotyped as poor, slutty, and redneck. It's sometimes hard to imagine that certain people like this really co-exist with us in the world. The interesting part is that middle class people act out as well, but in a different manner. When working-class, and lower class people act this way especially on television, that's just the way that they are. Stereotyping is a common act people do without really even realizing the effects of their judgements. They can be spread around from person to person and people will automatically make a generalization about you. I found a clip from the Jerry Springer show that I thought was quite interesting as it has to deal with stereotypes of transexual people. In this episode a transexual is coming clean with his/her boyfriend that she was born a man, but still wants to be with him. Though it does not go as he/she planned, she takes people by surprise. The media will stop at nothing until they are satisfied with distorting their views of people and entertaining their viewers. I've watched the show before, and I've always thought it was funny, because it's so ridiculous. Most of the viewers agree with me on that, but the sad part is there are people like this out there and do not feel embarrased to act out in public, or cheat on significant others, or even have sex with their cousin. What is this world coming to?

Underlying messages in the movies we love.

One of the hit movies of last summer was "Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen". Who would have thought that cars could transform into huge robot looking creatures who were here to help save their planet.
What's interesting though is their portrayal of two specific characters Skids and Mudflap who are portrayed in a somewhat stereotypical manner. They are illiterate, one has a gold tooth, and they are portrayed to talk like they're from the streets. Though most of the audience probably thought it was harmless fun and just added to the movie, others may have a different perspective on the issue. Race is portrayed in many different ways, and even big time movie producers such as DreamWorks and Paramount Picutes have appeared at times to be engaging in slightly risky behavior. When it comes down to it, everyone should be treated with respect, and no one class, race, or sex should be made to feel embarrased or shown in a demeaning manner. According to Field, "there's a persistent dehumanization of African-Americans throughout Hollywood that displaces issues of race onto non-human entities". These producers, harmless as they may have thought, are placing African Americans into one big category of unrefined, uneducated people. I agree with the article in so much that we as people need to start thinking about how we react to certain groups, and be more sensitive towards them.

nObama breaking promises

The idea of same- sex marriage is always a controversial topic when it comes to the public. Some people agree to disagree, but others are strongly against letting two men, or two women be married, and actually be recognized for it. Maybe for personal reasons, or even religious reasons; considering the Bible does speak about Adam and Eve, not Adam and Steve. What says that same-sex couples won't be good parents to their adoptive children. Some children who’re raised in homosexual/lesbian families may feel more comfortable and securely attached. President Obama has only been in office for one year and already breaking promises to his fellow Americans. Personally, I believe that it up to the discretion of the couple if they decide to become married, and/or adopt children. According to Louis Jacobson, he doesn't necessarily believe that President Obama is purposefully putting this issue aside, but maybe that he doesn’t think that it’s as important as some issues that are going on in the world today. I don't believe that it is fair to discriminate against others. Then again, I'm just a small spec in the big picture of this, so please what do you fellow Americans believe about this controversial issue?