| Current Events |
This page contains links to the current events that we have discussed in class. Most of these are related to material that we have seen on CNN. The links will add to the classroom discussion. Date in ( ) indicates when we discussed this topic in class. |
Election 2008
Transcripts of the debates:
Iraq War - this is a very important topic for us to understand. It has affected all aspects of our society and also it is a major force in the world. Here is a very basic document that may help you understand one part of the conflict.
The internal Iraq division (pdf) (11/13/06)
Another viewpoint:( Nov 06) Putting 9/11 into perspective (LA Times)
International news:
UN - more info on the United Nations more specifically the General Assembly vs the Security Council : members of Security Council
Crisis in the Middle East (11/27/06) This was the site that was talked about in CNN Student News on the 27th of Nov, 2006. Great resource for the problems in the Middle East. (CNN)
Economic news:
These are a few indicators that we follow.
Dow Jones -nice powerpoint explaining what it is today. , also FAQ about the Dow. Here is another link that might be easier to understand from Moneyzine
S&P 500 - Wikipedia explains and a more investment orientated from Investopedia.
NASDAQ -Investopedia looks at, or you can go to Wikipedia
Other:
Global Warming - What the government says, EPA Global Warming , USA Today article "The debate's over: Globe is warming"