I know there are a shitload of people who hate rap with a passion, but how many of you people have taken the time to look at wha youre hating and actually learn things about it. Jayz has spit many a line talking about people ignoring his philanthropy and only looking at his gangsta persona. I have heard he statement nothing good ever came from rap, which isnt true. It legalized gangsters money allowed them to grt out of the ghettos and relocate their families. In the 90s when rap came to prominence It alerted the rest of America to how bad lif in hebghettos really was. It has served a huge purpose and though there is mainstream rap all about livin the high life and shit like that, there are also very politically active rappers, like Nas. I think there is a lit of prejudice against rap and while some is justified not all is. I j Edit: yo movement thanks for your contributions as well as mic messiah and anny. To mic I actually think ems a very impressive rapper, definitely one of the best in terms of pure mc skill. my opinion otherwise to anny I think that peoples possessiveness to their own genre is just plain stupid.
Answer: I feel like the majority of people that hate rap are plain racists. Because they see that rap is obviously dominated by Black people and that theyre doing their own thing.. and is successful at it, they gotta hate. But if its not about race... then they just are plain ignorant, like you said... and dont even bother trying to learn about the roots of Hip-Hop. Its just funny to me how they bash a genre of music they have no knowledge about.
Category: Philanthropy; Date: 2010-08-06
Do you believe in absolute morality or a socially-dependent morality?
Warning: If you are not intelligent and cant put together rational arguments, please dont post a comment I believe that morality is not absolute and that it is rather a social construct, a tool constructed by society in order to fulfill some basic needs, such as maintaining order and harmony. I think morality is only an idea in our minds and that, since it is only extant to the extent that we are extant, it would cease to exist if humanity did. for nothing would be left to perceive it. That is, if no one were alive, killing would not be bad or good and neither would philanthropy because nothing would be extant to produce judgements. Morality is something that we must insist upon for without it we would lack the glue which holds us together. There were times when morality dictated that slavery was good, and there are countless other examples of microenvironments in which anomolous events occured which were locally accepted but not globally. That is, morality is not constant but rather dependent upon location and time. Please, only coherent arguments. Also, Id prefer if you refrain from introducing a god into this argument. Honestly, I wasnt paying attention to where I posted this. I went with the default and assumed if I asked for the exclusion of god you would exclude god. How is the dichotomy a fallacy?
Answer: Morality is just the refining of natural laws we observe. People follow a pack mentality, therefor do not kill members of their pack. We put "moral" restrictions on sexuality because we selfishly want our genetics to have the best chance at continuing the species. The idea to not steal is based around fear of rebuttal only. All morals can be seen in a crude and natural form in primate groupings. You are also correct that morality is not a constant, and is subject to location and time, however the basics of morality stand the same. Slavery, sexuality, and the ideas of possession and what you can possess are morals that generally differ based on where you live and what age group you fall under, however the value of life and idea of group preservation are constants that are in most all cultures.
Category: Philanthropy; Date: 2010-08-06
How much should we charge to tye dye at a fundraiser?
We are providing gloves, bands, dye, and bottles for the dye. The people will bring the shirts or whatever they want to dye. They get a wristband which allows them to dye. How much do you think it should be without knowing the cost that we put into it? $5? $10? We want as many people to participate as possible, so what is a good price to charge that will make profit for our philanthropy but also make people want to participate? Its still in the planning stages and might not happen til next fall or spring, but at Southern miss. We, Pi Beta Phi, are having a hippie festival as a fundraiser for our philanthropy, First Book.
Answer: If it were mostly school kids doing it, Id say $5 - but for college kids go for $10 or 2 for $15
Category: Philanthropy; Date: 2010-08-06
what career could i potentially pursue?
well im just being bored right now. im 15 years old, turning 16 in 5 more days. and i still dont know what i want to be when im older. i know i dont have to worry about it too much right now but i really have no idea what kind of field i want to pursue. and im just asking this to see if anyone could offer me some suggestions for potential careers. my interests are: psychology, humanities, philanthropy, english, a bit of chemistry, and art. my personality is: weird, creative, imaginative, passionate, down to earth, independent, laidback, sensitive, ambitious, emotional, open-minded, adventurous, and honest extra things: -i went to challenge school in grade 4 -im very diligent in my work habits -when i get into something, i really get into it - i know a lot of trivial and random facts - i like to read articles about the unexplained - i like dry and dark humour - i love learning about cultures, and people - i love to help people - i definitely plan to go to university - i like to do different things, i dont think id like to have a career that involves repetitiveness any answers would be much appreciated as long as they are polite : haha thanks
Answer: i think you should be a writer. perhaps with a column in a magazine or paper or website. i think since you like psychology, youd know a lot about people, and could use this in your writings. you could even write a book. and you could illustrate the book because you like art. since youre creative and hate repetiveness I would not picture you in a boring overpaid job were youre personality doesnt shine. You like cultures and people so you could travel the world and write about it for your writing job. You could take pictures of your journeys, maybe even create a programme. I definately see you in this time of field and not the type where you have to wear a suit or a uniform.
Category: Philanthropy; Date: 2010-08-20
Can a girl who was in a local sorority and left join a sorority recognized by panhellenic?
Im in a sorority and there is a friend of mine who had joined a local sorority but was hazed so bad that she wound up leaving. She really wants to join my sorority because we dont haze at all and she really likes the girls and our philanthropy but we were wondering what the rules are about if a girl had been part of a local sorority and left can she join a sorority that is part of NPC National Panhellenic Council. Local Sororities arent recognized by NPC so does anyone know for sure if its alright if she joins?
Answer: Shes good to join since it was a local sorority, doubly so if she wasnt actually initiated.
Category: Philanthropy; Date: 2010-08-15
Am i saying this sentence correctly?
"the casuistry about philanthropy always seems to be ultimate selfishness." or should it be "the casuistry about philanthropy always seems to be ultimately selfish." or other? let me know ty :
Answer: The casuistry about philanthropy always seems to be ulitmate selfishness. It makes more sense because selfishness is the casuistry, in the second option it is more like you are saying the casuistry is selfish.
Category: Philanthropy; Date: 2010-08-14
What career/major should i choose?
Love Philanthropy. Want to learn a bunch of languages and travel around the world. possibly get into medicine to help people in third world countries and in times of disaster. travel is my passion. want to make a lot of money that way i have money to donate.
Answer: interpreter + doctor-- could make lots of money by being a doctor, then help out through missions going to foreign countries-- your help is also considered a donation.
Category: Philanthropy; Date: 2010-08-11
Does Bill Gates philanthropy persuade you to choose Microsoft over Apple?
Ive definitely not the most savvy person in keeping up with every little gadget that floods the market. Im considering purchasing an IPad for my partner, and was researching alternatives to it. I was hoping that Microsoft had something to rival the IPad: Any ideas Yahoo? I have a personal affinity for Bill Gates, as Ive seen up close and personal the good that his foundation does. Ive yet to hear of Steve Jobs attempting to "give" in such a manner, so I feel much more comfortable going with a Gates baby.
Answer: Supposedly there is a Microsoft one in the works called the courier. Im not sure how accurate that is though. But as for the title question, i choose Microsoft because it actually works with other things that are not Microsoft. For example, mac wants you to buy only mac stuff, use only mac stuff, and breathe only mac stuff. They make it a pain to use their products with anything else. Oh also saw this on yahoo homepage today its like the ipad but smaller. http://news.yahoo.com/s/pcworld/20100811/tc_pcworld/dellstreaktoolittletoolate
Category: Philanthropy; Date: 2010-08-11
How Are pisces and sags alike?
Are pisces and sags alike? before Neptune was discovered in the 1700s, the traditional ruler of pisces was Jupiter also Sagittarius ruler Both signs are associated with benevolence, philanthropy and religion/clerical service... and insight/intuition. both are into metaphysical stuff like the meaning of life and the universe.and from what i observe they tend to connect and an intellectual level every thing else not so much. They are also both mutable signs... but yeah its funny that two signs 150 degrees apart have so many commonalities.. In my experience, these signs are both really sympathetic and want the best for others and a really emotional/intuitive way. Sweet people Theyre both mutable signs and both universal signs as well, and traditionally the ruler of both signs has been Jupiter, although the modern ruler of Pisces is now Neptune. i think they are both ruled by the planet Jupiter is this still possible
Answer: Im Pisces and agree we can be lazy.Dont know about religious-personally im not any way. I agree with how you have described Pisces but would add we are prone to depression and anxiety,moodiness and can isolate ourselves a bit. I actually dont think I know any sags but will keep an eye out for similarities now if I ever do :
Category: Philanthropy; Date: 2010-08-26
Why dont Liberals practice what they Preach?
http://www.realclearpolitics.com/articles/2008/03/conservatives_more_liberal_giv.html http://philanthropy.com/article/Charitys-Political-Divide/54871/ --conservative-headed households give, on average, 30 percent more to charity than the average liberal-headed household while on avg making 6% less income -- Conservatives also donate more time and give more blood. -- Residents of the states that voted for John Kerry in 2004 gave smaller percentages of their incomes to charity than did residents of states that voted for George Bush. -- Bush carried 24 of the 25 states where charitable giving was above average. -- In the 10 reddest states, in which Bush got more than 60 percent majorities, the average percentage of personal income donated to charity was 3.5. Residents of the bluest states, which gave Bush less than 40 percent, donated just 1.9 percent. People who reject the idea that "government has a responsibility to reduce income inequality" give an average of four times more than people who accept that proposition. Brooks demonstrates a correlation between charitable behavior and "the values that lie beneath" liberal and conservative labels. Two influences on charitable behavior are religion and attitudes about the proper role of government.
Answer: it is because liberals are hypocrites.
Category: Philanthropy; Date: 2010-08-21
