LGBT and the equality rights they should have

In 12 countries, the government would kill people for being LGBT. LGBT+ stands for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and etc. People who define themselves as LGBT consider themselves as being apart of the LGBT+ community. About 4% of the adult population are apart of being LGBT. Inequality to LGBT happens all around the world. The LGBT community deserves all the equality rights every other human being has.

Although, the LGBT community doesn't have all the equality they should have. Only 23 states have the law for non-discrimination at work. The LGBT community is fighting for this right for all states. What does discrimination at work mean though? It means that people who are LGBT are being fired or not being hired because of their sexual orientation.

The LGBT community is also fighting for gender neutral bathrooms. The reason they are fighting for gender neutral bathrooms is because LGBTQ+ kids and adults don't know which bathroom to go to. They don't want to go to either bathrooms because they feel like they'd be talked down on. That's why the LGBT community is fighting for gender neutral bathrooms. With gender neutral bathrooms they don't have to worry about being talked down on because everybody is doing their own business. Many students from all schools across the states have got in trouble for going to the bathroom they desire because of their sexual orientation. How is that giving equal rights? I think gender neutral bathrooms would be a good idea because they are giving LGBT safety and taking a huge weight off their shoulders

What can we do to stop inequality happening to the LGBT+ community? Everybody can start treating  the LGBT equally. They aren't any different from us at all, they're humans like everybody. We should tell them that they aren't alone. Instead of letting them be teased, be their friend and get to know them. Or, stand up when they are being bullied, defend them. Treat people how you want to be treat. So, don't make them feel any less than what they are.

I got my information from these websites;
http://time.com/lgbt-stats/
http://www.advocate.com/world/2016/5/27/12-countries-will-kill-you-being-lgbt#slide-0
http://polis.house.gov/issues/issue/?IssueID=5032
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2015/06/26/employee-non-discrimination_n_7671726.html
http://www.slate.com/blogs/outward/2013/12/26/gender_neutral_bathrooms_all_bathrooms_should_be_open_to_all_users.html
http://www.motherjones.com/politics/2016/04/north-carolina-bathroom-law-transgender-man-tells-his-experience

what am I grateful of?

I am beyond grateful for my mom. Without my mom I wouldn't be here. I wouldn't have a great family that I am beyond thankful for as well. I also wouldn't have amazing friends that I cherish and love. I wouldn't have gone to the places I have traveled without my mom. My mom really does everything for me. I love my mom with all my heart. I wish I could thank her for everything she has done for me by giving her the world.

Election Reflection

I  disagree of the many things Donald Trump wants to do in America. Trump wants to build a wall but what happened to "and justice for all?" In my opinion, I think Bernie Sanders would've made a great president.

In all, I am disappointed that Donald Trump is our next president. I strongly dislike Donald Trump. I dislike him because of the many racists comments he has said about different races. Donald has also made sexist comments about women. How are parents going to tell their children that America and the face of America supports racism, sexism, and non-equality? Donald Trump is not my president.

What is Social Justice?

Social Justice is a class that partakes in some schools around the world. Although, some countries have banned Social Justice classes. Some places in Mexico have banned Social Justice classes and is still trying to ban them all over Mexico. States in the U.S have banned Social Justice classes around the 2000's as well. The government thinks Social Justice classes are a bad influence and thinks it's a plan to over throw the government. Although, all of that is not true ...

Social Justice changes the mind of students. Social Justice teaches students about their culture. Social Justice makes students think more than they should. Students that take Social Justice classes love their Social Justice class. Students learn so many things in Social Justice. Students have said that Social Justice has changed their life and the way they see things.

The point of this is to show that Social Justice is an important class students SHOULD have. Students really find who they are. Students learn about their culture which is important to know because somebody's culture makes them. Every school should have a Social Justice class because the class really changes a person and who they are.

I myself, thought I found who I am in my social justice class. I now cherish and love my culture. I am now proud of where I am from. I now want to fight justice for many people that are going through tough times and difficult situations. Like, the 43 students missing, fighting for SJ, teachers that are fighting for justice in Mexico, and other situations going on in the world. Social Justice can change the world and make many people want to make the world a better place.

Character Anaylasis

The character I picked from the book, "The Outsiders" is Johnny Cade. In the book, Johnny is a greaser. He was considered the "gang's pet." Johnny has long black hair that is beautiful. Johnny was also short compared to his friends as well. He has a scar on face due to when the SOCS jumped him, he has carried a switched blade with him ever since then.

where do I see myself in 10 years?

I see myself graduating college with a bachelors degree. I see myself having an apartment in downtown with my 10 year and 5 month old dog. I see myself focusing on getting a teaching job about the class social justice. I also, see myself protesting in the future about our rights.

In 10 years, I will still be friends with my best friend Ashley. Friendships come and go but, I love Ashley with all my heart. I can't see her not being right by my side for everything. I am beyond thankful I have her in my life. I hope my whole family will be happy and healthy in 10 years as well.

Most importantly, in 10 years I hope I will be traveling the world. I have lists of many places I want to go on my bucket list. Paris, Europe, Cancun are my top lists to go travel! 

blogging tips

Two blogging tips I can work on is...
Just try it! 
A lot of time
Just try it is a helpful tip for me. This is an important tip because later on in life I am going to have to submit assignments that I don't like writing about. Middle school gives us topics to write about and we have to just try and write about it! This will help me later on in life because I will already have experience on just trying to write a topic that I don't really like.

A lot of time is another big tip for me as well. I get frustrated because I don't have anything to write. I have to remind myself that writing comes with patience. Not every piece I write will be good, which I have to accept. My best and biggest writings have to come with a lot of time. That's why patience and time is the key to writing for me.