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Abortion and Black Feminism
Abortion and Black Feminism
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Abortion and Black Feminism
Abortion is an issue which has been a subject of unending debate in the society over the years. Despite abortion being legal, the conservative has been opposed to the practice making it difficult for the women to access the services. Even with the question of legality seemingly being settled, there has been debate on those supporting and opposing the practice of abortion. Those in support of abortion practice argues that women should be allowed to access the services. They note that although abortion practice might have some controversies, women who conceive from any form of sexual abuse or those who get complications during pregnancy which endanger their lives and should be allowed to access abortion services. On the other hand, those opposed to abortion argue that abortion is immoral and unethical as it goes against religious teachings.
Abortion is such an emotive and controversial issue that touches on the rights of women’s reproductive rights. It is one of the most polarizing issues, especially where men and women in a marriage set up find themselves in a dilemma on whether pregnancy should be terminated. This raises moral and legal questions. Second, the issue is compelling to me because abortion touches on the private rights of women. The issue has been politicized with many people terming the women who procure abortion as selfish human beings who put their interest above those of the fetus. Therefore, there is a lot of stigma and hostility, which makes it difficult for women to discuss the issue of abortion openly. This distorts the public discussion around the issue of abortion. Therefore, to open the silence surrounding this social issue, there is a need to distinguish between the privacy around abortion and the right of women to control the non-disclosure of their private information. This is important because the privacy of abortion helps to control the harm on women as a result of the disclosure. From this discussion, I am inclined to argue that the laws should treat abortion as an acceptable medical decision that is reputable, moral, and not chosen by mistake.
Some people support the right of women to abortion, while others are opposed to the same. Those who support abortion argue that it should be permitted since it touches on women’s freedom and liberty (Sanger 21). Women have the right to decide on the issues that affect them. It is important to note that some of those opposed to abortion are men who are least affected by the whole issue. Those involved in the debate on abortion must acknowledge that this is an issue that mainly affects women; hence they should be left to make the decision but under some guidelines. Besides, the supporters of abortion argue that there are times when women need it dearly. There are times when women conceive from causes of sexual violence such as rape in such cases forcing women to keep the pregnancy from such cases might causes them psychological trauma. There are also cases where women might experience medical challenges making pregnancy threaten their lives. In such cases, they should be allowed to procure abortion safely. It is also important to note that abortion is connected to the right to privacy, which women are entitled to.
On the other hand, one of the arguments against abortion is based on ethical and moral issues in which the fetus is considered a person with rights. Thus, in this case, abortion is considered murder. The opponents of abortion argue that the fetus has human rights like any other human being, including the right not to be killed. The opponents say that apart from contraceptives, women have other options other than abortion. Instead of abortion, women can give birth and offer the child out for adoption. This would save not only the life of the child but also help the families who are unable to get a child. In this case, the woman would have turned a desperate situation to help a desperate family. They also cite the medical and psychological complications that one may develop as they seek to procure an abortion. Abortion is a risky procedure that may cause medical complications to women. It can also cause psychological distress to them. The guilty which is associated with abortion can cause depression. For instance, young women who seek abortion services to avoid parenting responsibility may develop guilt that would negatively impact their entire lives.
Abortion is considered a problem because it is tied to the issues of unwanted pregnancies in society. This means that there is a need to find a solution to the issue of unintended pregnancies in society if abortion as a problem is to be resolved. The proposals of abstinence and the use of birth control as the solution to the issue of unwanted pregnancy have failed in most societies. Therefore, abortion, in this case, is a problem because of the division it causes on the pro-choice and pro-life. This is because it touches on the women’s reproductive rights visa viz the rights of unborn children. The other reason why abortion is a problem is because of the moral divisions it causes. Abortion activism is pursued by the secular and religious organizations where each side presents its views. Abortion is a problem because it is an emotive and one of the most divisive issues in society.
There are different groups of people who have an interest in the issue of abortion. The first group of people who have an interest in abortion issues is the politicians. This is because abortion has been a hot topic in political campaigns. The liberals have always supported abortion, arguing that women should have the right to make decisions on their bodies. On the other hand, the conservatives have been opposed to abortion and have argued that there is a need to make it difficult for women to access abortion services. The religious leaders also have an interest in abortion as they say that it is unethical and immoral. The media is a stakeholder since through reporting about abortion, it shapes public opinion on the issue. Women are critical stakeholders because they are the ones who are mainly affected by the issue of abortion. Healthcare professionals have an interest in abortion issues because they are the ones who can safely conduct the process. The government, through its various branches, is a key stakeholder. The legislature has an interest because it can make laws prohibiting abortion or making it easy for women to access the services. The executive has an interest in the issue, especially in the implementation of the laws and policies on abortion.
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Dobbins-Harris, S. (2017). The myth of abortion as Black genocide: Reclaiming our reproductive choice. Nat’l Black LJ, 26, 85.
Graff, A. (2020). Angry Women: Poland’s Black Protests as ‘Populist Feminism’. In Right-Wing Populism and Gender (pp. 231-250). transcript-Verlag.
Smith, B. (2018). Choosing ourselves: Black women and abortion (pp. 290-292). Routledge.
Bryan Burrough, Chris Tomlinson, and Jason Stanford’s Forget the Alamo is a true account of Texas’s struggle for independence
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Bryan Burrough, Chris Tomlinson, and Jason Stanford’s Forget the Alamo is a true account of Texas’s struggle for independence in 1836. The Alamo was a Franciscan mission located in San Antonio, Texas, where Texans fought for independence from Mexico. It is an important site for Texans as about 180 rebels from Texas lost their lives while defending the State of Texas before being defeated by Mexico’s General Santa Anna. Worth noting the three reviews are done by the National Public Radio (NPR), the New York Times, and Dan Patrick do an excellent job in providing potential readers with the account of events leading to the battle. Each review is informative and gives the readers a clear idea of what transpired in the most famous battle in Texas’ history.
To begin with, the review conducted by the New York Times is largely liberal biased. Without a doubt, the reviewers are open to accepting new ideas and opinions of other individuals. I hold this review to be unbiased because it takes into consideration the perspective that the Alamo is the most misunderstood and least understood battle in American history. The authors of this review write that the true history of the battle remains obscured by a veneer of folklore (Knowlton, 2021). Additionally, the review points out that fun in the book comes from demolishing the prevailing white supremacists’ notion. This notion is what other authors refer to as the Heroic Narrative in the history of Texas. Without a doubt, the New York Times is a trusted book reviewer. It is a renowned American newspaper founded 170 years ago in 1851 with headquarters in New York City. The article is reliable because the reviewer has been categorized as the national newspaper of record and won a total of 132 Pulitzer Prizes, the most number of prizes won by any newspaper. The book review is helpful to the readers because it gives them an idea of what the book is about. After reading this review, one is curious to read the entire book to find out exactly how the Alamo battle transpired.
Dan Patrick’s review of Forget the Alamo has a conservative bias. In the book, the authors claim that Texans revolted because the centralist Mexican government was about to take possession of Texans slaves. The author of this review largely refutes this claim saying that it is a bold assertion to make without concrete evidence ((“3 Sly Guys & Their Alamo Lies: “Forget the Alamo” Debunked – Dan Patrick, Lieutenant Governor,” 2021). The reviewers refute this claim and hold that Texans did not revolt because the Mexican government would take the slaves. The reviewers refer to the authors of the book as tricksters that hide behind dense prose. The reviewers refute this claim because they are traditionalists who do not want to accept that slavery was at the center of the battle between Texans and Mexicans. Worth noting, Dan Patrick is a trusted reviewer. Dan Goeb Patrick is a renowned American radio talk show host, politician, and television broadcaster. Under Greg Abbott, Patrick served as Texas 42nd lieutenant governor which makes him the best person to review the battle of the Alamo. The fact that he has served in Texas’ government makes him the best person to talk about the state’s history because he is familiar with it. Undoubtedly, the book review is useful. It ignites curiosity in readers to want to know more about the Alamo battle.
The review conducted by NPR adopts a relatively center-minded approach. It is neither too conservative of liberal. The review describes the book as challenging the misconceptions that surround the conflict. The text challenges the misconception that Davy Crocket was a martyr who fought to death instead of surrendering (Davies, 2021). The review notes that academicians now believe that Crockett surrendered and was executed. This shows that the reviewers consider both sides of the story. NPR is known as an organization that specializes in book news, book reviews and author interviews. They bring the latest news relating to books and have reviews over 100 books. This makes them a reliable source of information. The book reviews are useful because they leave readers in curiosity. They want to know the nitty-gritty of the battle and hence they are likely to purchase the book and read it.
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Davies, D. (2021). NPR Cookie Consent and Choices. Retrieved 3 November 2021, from https://www.npr.org/2021/06/16/1006907140/forget-the-alamo-texas-history-bryan-burroughKnowlton, C. (2021). Two Books on the Bizarreness of Texas. Retrieved 3 November 2021, from https://www.nytimes.com/2021/06/08/books/review/forget-the-alamo-bryan-burrough-chris-tomlinson-jason-stanford-a-single-star-and-bloody-knuckles-bill-minutaglio.html3 Sly Guys & Their Alamo Lies: “Forget the Alamo” Debunked – Dan Patrick, Lieutenant Governor. (2021). Retrieved 3 November 2021, from https://www.danpatrick.org/3-sly-guys-their-alamo-lies-forget-the-alamo-debunked-2/
Management And Leadership Application Papers
Management And Leadership Application Papers
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The terms “leaders” and “managers” have for a long time been some of the most commonly used in the business world. This should, of course, underline the importance or fundamental nature of individuals that hold these titles as far as the success and sustainability of the business entities is concerned (Goldsmith et al, 2003). While these terms are often used synonymously, leaders and managers are two distinctive individuals for whom there is no overlap.
First, managers rule while leaders are simply followed. Managers have to obtain their positions of authority through loyalty and time dedicated to the success of the business entity rather than as a result of their leadership qualities whereas may, in fact, incorporate no organizational skills but uses his vision to unite the people behind him. Leaders are people who naturally follow or go through with their choices whereas managers have to be obeyed.
In addition, there are variations in perspectives between the two individuals. While managers have incremental thinking, leaders often have radical thoughts. Scholars note that managers do things in the right manner whereas leaders strive to do the right thing (Goldsmith et al, 2003). This statement underlines the fact that managers strive to do things in line with the rules and the policies of the business entity whereas leaders often have to follow their own intuition, which, in fact, may be more beneficial to the business entity. Leaders are more emotional than managers, which explains why individuals are more inclined to follow leaders than managers especially considering that people, more often than not, follow their emotions than intelligence (Goldsmith et al, 2003). More often than not, leaders stand out by exhibiting differences between them and others. They would question known conventions, as well as assumptions usually made while seeking truth and making decisions on the basis of fact rather than prejudice. In most cases, they have an incredible preference for creativity and innovation.
In addition, management is usually made up of individuals that have particular experience in the field in question and who, more often than note, have worked through the various stages in the business entity to get to those positions of authority (Goldsmith et al, 2003). Managers usually have perfect knowledge as to the operations and functioning of each layer in the system, not to mention that they may possess incredible technical knowledge pertaining to the same (Goldsmith et al, 2003). This is different from leaders who, while they may possess knowledge about the operations and functionality of the various layers, may be new arrivals in the business entity who have bold, creative and fresh ideas even though they may not be incredibly experienced.
Characteristics of Future Leaders
The importance of leaders in organizations can never be gainsaid. They are usually responsible for the execution of specific tasks in organizations or entities. It goes without saying that leaders must possess certain characteristics in order to lead (Marquis & Huston, 2009). However, changing times call for a change in the traits so that leaders can adjust or adapt to the new requirements. This underlines the fact that future leaders will need to have particular traits.
First, future leaders will need to be incredibly visionary. Studies by the Harvard Business Review over the past several years show that almost half of the individuals in management have no trust in the senior leadership (Goldsmith et al, 2003). They do not believe that the leaders have credible plans nor do they have confidence in the ability of the leaders to carry out these plans. However, leaders of the future will need to come up with ways in which they can articulate their visions so as to gain support from the followers.
In addition, leaders of the future will need to be adaptable to changes. Business environments are changing at a more rapid pace than in the past (Armstrong & Stephens, 2005). This is especially with regard to innovation, technology and the opportunities that are coming up every now and then. Leaders of the future will need strategic flexibility to adapt, as well as change mid-course (Armstrong & Stephens, 2005). They will need to persistently monitor and review programs, products, markets and new technologies and adapt accordingly so as to remain relevant in the market.
In addition, future leaders will need to have high levels of integrity. Recent times have seen some undesirable events in the business arena involving business entities such as WorldCom and Enron. These have demonstrated how lapses in integrity may result in the bankruptcy of benchmark companies. This has, therefore, forced followers to demand integrity so that they can believe in their visions.
Moreover, it is imperative that future leaders possess preparation and risk management traits. In some cases, employees do not outline potential risks fearing the disruption of business. However, future leaders will need to be open and implement risk management to prepare everyone for unforeseen crisis (Armstrong & Stephens, 2005).
Lastly, future leaders will need communication and networking skills (Marquis & Huston, 2009). Creation of formal and informal networks would assist future leaders comprehend the true perceptions of their followers, which would then boost their performance, as well as reduce inefficiencies. Industry is developed through developing informal social circles, networking groups and customer relationships (Marquis & Huston, 2009).
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Goldsmith, M., Greenberg, C., Robertson, A & Hu-Chan, M (2003). Global Leadership: The Next Generation. New Jersey: Prentice Hall.
Marquis, B. L., & Huston, C. J. (2009). Leadership roles and management functions in nursing: Theory and application. Philadelphia: Wolters Kluwer Health/Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Armstrong, M., & Stephens, T. (2005). A handbook of management and leadership: A guide to managing for results. London: Kogan Page.
Beerel, A. C. (2009). Leadership and change management. Los Angeles: SAGE.