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About sswanso

Hello Class, Simone Swanson, communication major at Bowling Green State University from Cleveland, Oh has committed and dedicated herself to giving back to her community in a number of ways. While serving on the executive board for Precious Stones, she and her group brought the first ever plus size fashion show to Bowling Green State University. The goal of the fashion show was to dispel the myth that beauty was one size or shape. While serving as a member on the executive board Simone also contributed to a conference on professionalism. As chair of the conference she was instrumental in bringing Omarosa Manigault star of the Apprentice, as the keynote speaker for the event. In addition to her endless efforts to unit woman on Bowling Green’s campus, Simone has also been involved in several other community service programs. Including alternative spring break and the South Bronx mission trip. With plans to graduate in the fall, Simone will continue her love for serving her community in the future.

Hermain Cain’s Take on Occupy Wallstreet

Posted on November 28, 2011 by sswanso

Over the last few weeks we have spoken a great deal and even blogged about current perspective Republican candidate Hermain Cain. Some of our main talks focused on his accusations of sexual malice with several women, which is still ongoing. … Continue reading →

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President Obama A Terrorist?

Posted on November 21, 2011 by sswanso

The last time we met for class, we had a very interesting discussion words and how they can have double meaning depending on the context in which they are used. At this time I cannot recall our original discussion on … Continue reading →

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The incumbent…

Posted on November 14, 2011 by sswanso

In class today we discussed an incumbent and compared the pros of that it plays in a new election. I have loosely defined incumbent as the existing holder of a political office. As we learned in class today the pros … Continue reading →

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Scandal Alert:Scandal Alert

Posted on November 7, 2011 by sswanso

Link, http://www.cnn.com/2011/11/07/politics/cain-allegations/index.html?hpt=hp_t1 Last week in class we briefly spoke about Cain’s accusations of sexual misconduct, at the time we discussed how his press conference to “clear the air” was very similar to Bill Clinton’s testimony. Both gentlemen pleaded their innocence … Continue reading →

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“I left the Plantation a Long time ago”

Posted on October 31, 2011 by sswanso

As you all know by now we have another African American candidate running for Presidency in 2012. However, this time around he is not a Democrat yet he is running under the republican Party. This may come to a surprise … Continue reading →

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Obama Ends War

Posted on October 24, 2011 by sswanso

In this particular post, I will focus on President Barack Obama’s decision to end the Iraq war. According to cbsnews.com President Obama has fulfilled his promise of ending 9 years or as the news anchor suggest 3,139 days at war. … Continue reading →

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Celebrity Names to “Trump” Voters Interest….

Posted on October 17, 2011 by sswanso

In this story, readers learn about Congresswoman Michele Bachmann and 2012 Presidential candidates attempt to use celebrity billionaire Donald Trump to help her in her tele-town hall. According to the article Bachmann had planned for Trump to be the guest of honor, … Continue reading →

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