Class Update: 9-26-12

Today in class we tried the Ed-Cafe for the first time. I really liked it! It was interesting to hear other people's point of view on our basic freedoms. At first, when Mr. Boyle said that we should discuss what was bad about them, I didn't think there could be anything to say! But, listening to what others had to say about really made me think otherwise. We debated over how free the press really should be. With they way some magazines go overboard on stalking celebrities, it really doesn't seem right. If you are going to print an article on someone's life, it makes sense that you would need their approval to do so. Also, the right to peacefully assemble can sometimes get out of hand. It's easy for assemblies to become violent, and also what is peaceful and what is not can sometimes be blurry. There should be a stronger definition on that particular right. Overall, I really liked doing the Ed Cafe. It was very different and I would like to do it again.