Friday, December 7, 2007
It is a Great Idea!
Writing blogs or journals help relieve my stress and helps me to express my opinon and stand on any issues, whether it is globally or locally. It is just like writing a diary, except that everyone else gets to read it and know what I think and how I feel about certain issues. Sometimes, people may disagree about what I say, but I am confident with what I believe in, and want to stick with my beliefs. I am going to stand up for what I believe in regardless of what other people may think, because I am who I am and this is me. There is no such thing as right or wrong when it comes to opinions, because everyone has a point and most of the time, they know what they are talking about. Free writing helps clear my mind and it seems as though blog is my talking buddy:)
My Poster Board: Sex Trafficking
I decided to do my poster board on sex trafficking, since I wanted to know more information about it. I did not even know what it was until I started the research. Surprisingly, I found out that it was a very sad and serious issue that people were trying to keep it on the low, so that they will not get caught with their immortality.
I learned that the vctims have no choice and are voluntary to do such act because they are in poverty and they need to provide food and shelter for their family.
I am so thankful that I am not in their shoes because I would be living my life with misery; not getting an education and not being able to be a kid, instead, you have to be a young adult of some sort. The target is on young children because they are innocent and tend to be naive about things, which makes them believe everythng someone older tells them. That is why they believe those bad people's lies, promising them a decent job, when it was actually prostitution.
How can there be such people like that in the world? I know that money is important for our survival, but they are doing too much, I mean, too much! This needs to stop at this instant! We need to take action to try to help whatever we can to save those victims and find justice for them.
I learned that the vctims have no choice and are voluntary to do such act because they are in poverty and they need to provide food and shelter for their family.
I am so thankful that I am not in their shoes because I would be living my life with misery; not getting an education and not being able to be a kid, instead, you have to be a young adult of some sort. The target is on young children because they are innocent and tend to be naive about things, which makes them believe everythng someone older tells them. That is why they believe those bad people's lies, promising them a decent job, when it was actually prostitution.
How can there be such people like that in the world? I know that money is important for our survival, but they are doing too much, I mean, too much! This needs to stop at this instant! We need to take action to try to help whatever we can to save those victims and find justice for them.
Thursday, December 6, 2007
Little Knowledge gained from College Experience
I was very nervous to start my freshman year at Mount St. Mary's College, but now I am almost done with my first semester already. I realized that times flies very quickly, before I know it, I will be a sophomore in college...
I have enjoyed Ms. Sturgeon's English class very much because she did not only emphasized on English grammar and essays, but also, about global issues, which is affecting everyone of us at this very moment. I honestly had no idea about trafficking, child labor, comfort women, and many other important topics that were important to be aware of. I am so glad that I have enrolled in this class because it taught me so much about what is going on around me.
I have decided to gain more knowledge about these painful and surprising issues that is affecting the Third World countries and many other countries as well. I am planning to read articles and documentaries about it on the web sites. I am also planning to watch movies regarding these issues because they are worth knowing about.
I have enjoyed Ms. Sturgeon's English class very much because she did not only emphasized on English grammar and essays, but also, about global issues, which is affecting everyone of us at this very moment. I honestly had no idea about trafficking, child labor, comfort women, and many other important topics that were important to be aware of. I am so glad that I have enrolled in this class because it taught me so much about what is going on around me.
I have decided to gain more knowledge about these painful and surprising issues that is affecting the Third World countries and many other countries as well. I am planning to read articles and documentaries about it on the web sites. I am also planning to watch movies regarding these issues because they are worth knowing about.
Immigration article: A Good Immigration Bill
Some say, “I disagree with immigration because immigrants take away our jobs.” This is definitely not true, and the article that I read from the Los Angeles Times, A Good Immigration Bill, also disagrees with the claim. Some people oppose, while some people support it. It has been a controversial issue for many, many years. As an immigrant myself, I have a strong belief and stand on this issue.
Mortimer Zuckerman, the author of A Good Immigration Bill, starts off his article with a thesis that we should take this opportunity to come up with an immigration policy, which will “address our interest.” He points out that immigrants are actually very helpful to our society. They take jobs, which we, do not want to work, so they are not technically, “taking away our jobs.” They are helping us to improve the economy.
They also bring in different ethnic cultures and religious beliefs, which make our country, America, so diversely unique and strong. In addition, people from different backgrounds have qualities that other people might not have. This is how the country progresses, as people bring in different talents, skills, and knowledge, they are helping the country to be more productive. Amongst them are hard-working and determined people who came to America with hopes and dreams to start a new life.
His evidence is pretty strong because he tends to convince the reader to agree with his ideas. For example, he mentions that the immigrants are “family oriented, value education, and their children learning English.” In addition, he describes them as “people of faith,” which shows respect to the immigrants all over the world. He approaches the issue with kind and caring words, which draws the reader’s attention to continue reading what he has to say about the topic. In a way, he is utilizing argumentum ad misericordiam, where he pities the immigrants because they are hopeless and desperate to do whatever it take to have a better life.
He makes a statement about what people are arguing about these days, regarding immigrants “taking away” our jobs. He said, “In fact. They often take jobs many Americans simply no longer wish to do.” He also make his statement stronger by saying that “if these immigrants weren’t here, this kind of work would have been done by more skilled Americans, and they would only do it for much more money-which could be seen as a cause of inflation and a misuse of skills.” He concludes his reasoning, “So for the most part, the new immigrant and the settled American are not competing for the same jobs.” He supports his claim by stating that, “Millions and millions of new jobs requiring no more than a high school education will have to be filled over the next decade.”
The weakness of this article is that Zuckerman did not incorporate real-life situations or examples supporting his argument, which would have a greater impact on his article. Such examples, as these, may be included:
The film that I watched in my English 1A class, A Day without a Mexican, shows the importance of Mexican immigrants’ existence in Los Angeles. Not only the Mexican immigrants, but also, other ethnic groups, as well. They all play a big part in our society today. The message this film is trying to deliver to the audience is that we are human beings no matter what color, ethnicity, and gender we all are. We are the same, and without each and every one of us, everything will change, not for the better; but, for the worse. We are in this together, and we need to help each other out, like brothers and sisters. God brought us all here, to Earth, so that we can create peace and live together before we are sent to Heaven. We each have a role to play, while we are on this Earth. Just like the puzzle pieces forming together to make a picture, we have to do the same. We have to form as a team by cooperating with each other to make this world a better place to live in. This kind of argument is similar to what Zuckerman is conveying to the readers in his article.
In the news, couple of weeks ago, there was a story about elementary kids being taken away by the officers from the school because they were illegal immigrants. What do these little kids know about having documented papers? They are innocent, who came to United States with their parents. They know nothing about being legal or illegal. It is very devastating to hear such things happening to them. The question is: “Are they ameliorating the problem, or are they making the problem worse by making such practices?” Immigration issue is somewhat involved with racism. They would have done such act to kids who were assumed to be a foreigner, not to those who look American.
He agrees with the immigrants coming to America, but not everyone, only the selected few. He mentions that “America needs those who are skilled and has had a higher education.” Many, who cannot speak English and had little schooling experience, come to America for job opportunities and to get a second chance of obtaining an education. He affirms that, “In an increasingly globalized economy, we need skill!” According to the study, “Last year, 63 percent of visas went to relatives of U.S. citizens or legal residents; only 13 percent went to individuals because of their skills…” He is contradicting himself because he said earlier in his article that non skilled workers are needed to “take jobs that Americans often refuse.” However, now, he is saying that we need skilled workers. It is very confusing to follow the direction he is trying to lead in this argument.
Nonetheless, the evidence logically support the thesis because he comes up with ideas that we can all agree and disagree on, regarding the change in the immigration policy. He comes up with an initiative that “the only practical solution is to identify these unauthorized workers, and their families, as genuine immigrants and give them a way to end up on the right side of the law.” He ends his argument with these statements that touches the reader’s heart, “Immigration is both the history and destiny of America. Let’s get it right.”
The claims, assumptions, and statements that he made are similar to what I had in mind about the immigration issue. They seem accurate to my observation. The overall persuasiveness of the argument, given the strengths and weaknesses is pretty good. I was convinced to agree with his opinion because of the way Zuckerman approaches the problem gently and the presentation of the evidence supporting his claims.
Mortimer Zuckerman, the author of A Good Immigration Bill, starts off his article with a thesis that we should take this opportunity to come up with an immigration policy, which will “address our interest.” He points out that immigrants are actually very helpful to our society. They take jobs, which we, do not want to work, so they are not technically, “taking away our jobs.” They are helping us to improve the economy.
They also bring in different ethnic cultures and religious beliefs, which make our country, America, so diversely unique and strong. In addition, people from different backgrounds have qualities that other people might not have. This is how the country progresses, as people bring in different talents, skills, and knowledge, they are helping the country to be more productive. Amongst them are hard-working and determined people who came to America with hopes and dreams to start a new life.
His evidence is pretty strong because he tends to convince the reader to agree with his ideas. For example, he mentions that the immigrants are “family oriented, value education, and their children learning English.” In addition, he describes them as “people of faith,” which shows respect to the immigrants all over the world. He approaches the issue with kind and caring words, which draws the reader’s attention to continue reading what he has to say about the topic. In a way, he is utilizing argumentum ad misericordiam, where he pities the immigrants because they are hopeless and desperate to do whatever it take to have a better life.
He makes a statement about what people are arguing about these days, regarding immigrants “taking away” our jobs. He said, “In fact. They often take jobs many Americans simply no longer wish to do.” He also make his statement stronger by saying that “if these immigrants weren’t here, this kind of work would have been done by more skilled Americans, and they would only do it for much more money-which could be seen as a cause of inflation and a misuse of skills.” He concludes his reasoning, “So for the most part, the new immigrant and the settled American are not competing for the same jobs.” He supports his claim by stating that, “Millions and millions of new jobs requiring no more than a high school education will have to be filled over the next decade.”
The weakness of this article is that Zuckerman did not incorporate real-life situations or examples supporting his argument, which would have a greater impact on his article. Such examples, as these, may be included:
The film that I watched in my English 1A class, A Day without a Mexican, shows the importance of Mexican immigrants’ existence in Los Angeles. Not only the Mexican immigrants, but also, other ethnic groups, as well. They all play a big part in our society today. The message this film is trying to deliver to the audience is that we are human beings no matter what color, ethnicity, and gender we all are. We are the same, and without each and every one of us, everything will change, not for the better; but, for the worse. We are in this together, and we need to help each other out, like brothers and sisters. God brought us all here, to Earth, so that we can create peace and live together before we are sent to Heaven. We each have a role to play, while we are on this Earth. Just like the puzzle pieces forming together to make a picture, we have to do the same. We have to form as a team by cooperating with each other to make this world a better place to live in. This kind of argument is similar to what Zuckerman is conveying to the readers in his article.
In the news, couple of weeks ago, there was a story about elementary kids being taken away by the officers from the school because they were illegal immigrants. What do these little kids know about having documented papers? They are innocent, who came to United States with their parents. They know nothing about being legal or illegal. It is very devastating to hear such things happening to them. The question is: “Are they ameliorating the problem, or are they making the problem worse by making such practices?” Immigration issue is somewhat involved with racism. They would have done such act to kids who were assumed to be a foreigner, not to those who look American.
He agrees with the immigrants coming to America, but not everyone, only the selected few. He mentions that “America needs those who are skilled and has had a higher education.” Many, who cannot speak English and had little schooling experience, come to America for job opportunities and to get a second chance of obtaining an education. He affirms that, “In an increasingly globalized economy, we need skill!” According to the study, “Last year, 63 percent of visas went to relatives of U.S. citizens or legal residents; only 13 percent went to individuals because of their skills…” He is contradicting himself because he said earlier in his article that non skilled workers are needed to “take jobs that Americans often refuse.” However, now, he is saying that we need skilled workers. It is very confusing to follow the direction he is trying to lead in this argument.
Nonetheless, the evidence logically support the thesis because he comes up with ideas that we can all agree and disagree on, regarding the change in the immigration policy. He comes up with an initiative that “the only practical solution is to identify these unauthorized workers, and their families, as genuine immigrants and give them a way to end up on the right side of the law.” He ends his argument with these statements that touches the reader’s heart, “Immigration is both the history and destiny of America. Let’s get it right.”
The claims, assumptions, and statements that he made are similar to what I had in mind about the immigration issue. They seem accurate to my observation. The overall persuasiveness of the argument, given the strengths and weaknesses is pretty good. I was convinced to agree with his opinion because of the way Zuckerman approaches the problem gently and the presentation of the evidence supporting his claims.
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
How's the semester going so far?
The semester is going great so far. I had some trouble at the beginning of the semester with my classes, but now, I am used to the techniques the professors use to teach. I noticed that some of my professors use Power Point presentation to give lectures, while some of my professors use the white or chalk board. Many professors are different from each other and I think that makes them unique in their own ways =)
Biology was a difficult course for me because I procrastinated in studying for the quizzes and exams. However, now I learned my lesson the hard way, by getting poor grades on my tests, which brought huge disappointment to my teacher, but mostly, to me. I learned that procrastination is not going to take me far in life; it is just going to screw me up. So, I decided to study for exam #2 and I studied for the whole week. Then, my hard work paid off! I got 100/120, which was a huge improvement in my test score. I was so proud of myself, and my professor was also proud of me, too. From now on, I am going to try harder in all of my classes and I am aiming for straight A's in all of my classes. It is now the 12th week of my first semester in college and it is almost gone. For the remaining time, I am going to do my best in all that I do!
College is a serious business and I am going to take it seriously. I am going to push myself to exceed the highest expectations. "I know I can and I know I will."
Biology was a difficult course for me because I procrastinated in studying for the quizzes and exams. However, now I learned my lesson the hard way, by getting poor grades on my tests, which brought huge disappointment to my teacher, but mostly, to me. I learned that procrastination is not going to take me far in life; it is just going to screw me up. So, I decided to study for exam #2 and I studied for the whole week. Then, my hard work paid off! I got 100/120, which was a huge improvement in my test score. I was so proud of myself, and my professor was also proud of me, too. From now on, I am going to try harder in all of my classes and I am aiming for straight A's in all of my classes. It is now the 12th week of my first semester in college and it is almost gone. For the remaining time, I am going to do my best in all that I do!
College is a serious business and I am going to take it seriously. I am going to push myself to exceed the highest expectations. "I know I can and I know I will."
Monday, October 8, 2007
Hijab or no Hijab?
My first impression of this law is pretty bad. We, as humans should freely choose what to wear. Based on many people's belief system, it might be a hat, scarf, or clothing that represents their religion or morals. In the case of the head scarf, if the Muslim school girls needs or wants to wear it to school, to respect and honor their religion tradition, they should allow them to do whatever they please. It is none of the french government's business to interfere with what they wear. It does no harm to the public whatsoever. I am strongly against the law that they had made regarding the ban of hijab on school campuses.
Monday, October 1, 2007
Immigration
Immigration is when people from other countries come to a country and live there. Most of them come to the United States with "American dream." Some people oppose, while some people support it. It has been a controversial issue for many, many years. Not long ago, there were issues about giving jobs to the illegal residents. The government did not allow them to work, or even be in America illegally. However, amongst them are hard-working and determined people who came to America with hopes and dreams to start a new life. If they do not have jobs, they are going to starve to death. At least, they should be hired with a decent job. What I want to know is: What is government doing, at this moment, to ameliorate the issue of immigration? Are they doing anything, or are they trying to avoid the problem by making the problem worse?
Monday, September 24, 2007
Empathy
This is a symbol of empathy:
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"The Empathy Symbol stands for 2 sides reaching out, and reaching into each other to really understand what the other is feeling and experiencing. (Debellsworth, 24 September 2007) "
At times, it is easy to figure out how one is feeling at the moment. You can tell by their face expression, behavior, or their response. However, most of the time, it is hard to tell what the other person is thinking or feeling about something because he or she might be hiding their feelings and keeping it all to themselves inside. It is also hard to describe certain feelings with words, because they are too strong.
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"The Empathy Symbol stands for 2 sides reaching out, and reaching into each other to really understand what the other is feeling and experiencing. (Debellsworth, 24 September 2007) "
At times, it is easy to figure out how one is feeling at the moment. You can tell by their face expression, behavior, or their response. However, most of the time, it is hard to tell what the other person is thinking or feeling about something because he or she might be hiding their feelings and keeping it all to themselves inside. It is also hard to describe certain feelings with words, because they are too strong.
What is the real definition of success?
Success has numerous definitions because people interpret the word differently and they have different views and opinions regarding the word. To me, success is accomplishing a goal or a dream, which requires a lot of time and effort. It is not about being famous, popular, or gaining more intelligence or earning a high salary. It is not also about appearing on television or on the first page of the Los Angeles Times. Whether something is small or big in size, more or less important is not the question. The question begins with whether or not the success fits each person. Just like everyone wears different sizes, it is the same concept when considering this kind of ambiguous word. It has to fit to be considered as "just right" or "perfect." Yet many young people are blinded by society that many people choose careers that will earn a lot of money or that will help them gain good reputations. Instead of discovering what one's special talents or interests are, they make hasty and foolish decisions caring so much about how other people will judge them.
I have to think for a moment if I am making a brainless decision in my life right now. I have to ask a question to myself: "Why do I want to be a nurse?" My main reason was to help and take care of people who are in need, but is this something I really wanted to do?
I have to think for a moment if I am making a brainless decision in my life right now. I have to ask a question to myself: "Why do I want to be a nurse?" My main reason was to help and take care of people who are in need, but is this something I really wanted to do?
Frequently mentioned Countries
Some countries include:
- China
- Guatemala
- Indonesia
- Cambodia
- Phillippines
- Korea
The countries that were mentioned above are suffering from harsh working conditions and low wages. These countries appear frequently on the clothing, toy, and home appliance tags. At first, I was not aware of the problem that these countries were facing. I did not really care about where things came from and where they were made. When I bought clothes, I would see the style, the color, and the brand and then decide if I wanted to buy it or not. However, after doing research on sweatshops, I decided to support other countries that was not involved in sweatshops. I decided to be wise in making decisions, because I realize that it can determine whether to save or kill one's precious life.
Globalization
It is true that globalization is affecting everything in the world, as of today. The more it spreads to other countries, the more we familiar ourselves with, not limited to, other products and traditions. Like everything on this earth, it has advantages and disadvantages as well. An advantage could be the spread of the new idea to other countries and giving them options whether or not they want the item to be made and export to their countries for profits. On the other hand, a disadvantage could be destroying what the country once thought brilliant and replacing it with the most recent version.
Wal-Mart Video After Thoughts
After watching the Wal-Mart video, I was very disappointed. I had the same feeling of disappointment when I was researching about Walt Disney. It is very sad to see big companies doing things that we imagine would not happen. I have never been to Wal-Mart before and I heard from people that everything there is cheap, so since I am thrifty, I was planning on visiting the store when I had the chance. However, I do not intend on going to the store anymore for the sake of their employees. I want to help them in any way that I can for them to receive whatever they deserve as human beings and also as workers in the company.
Tuesday, September 18, 2007
My Huge Disappointment
I was very disappointed when I was researching about Walt Disney's sweat shops. The Responsible Shopper website gave me a lot of information on the topic and I was just amazed at what I was reading. For example, some quotes include:
“The Center for Health, Environment and Justice (CHEJ) found that Walt Disney World uses more than 80 extremely toxic cleaners, as opposed to just 12 that are non-toxic and which are used in the animal park out of safety concerns for the animals. The toxic cleaners, according to CHEJ are used children visiting the park "bathe, eat and play." CHEJ and community groups in Florida are urging Disney to use safer cleaning products for the sake of the children. (Center for Health, Environment and Justice, 17 September 2007)”
“Workers that produce Disney toys, books, and clothes are typically forced to work long hours under harsh conditions, with compensation that is below poverty level. (Responsible Shopper, 17 September 2007)”
Hong Kong-based Students and Scholars against Corporate Misbehavior (SACOM) found three factories that manufacture Disney products routinely violated Chinese labor standards. (China Labor Watch, 27 July 2006)”
"It does not have to be like this. But what happens when workers dare to stand up to ask that their basic rights be respected? When young women in Bangladesh, being paid just five cents for every $ 17.99 Disney shirt they sewed, asked for one day a week off, the Walt Disney Company responded by pulling its work from the factory. These women needed these jobs, but they also wanted to be treated as human beings. The message Disney is delivering to workers across the developing world is that if you dare to raise your voice, you too will be fired and thrown out on the street with nothing. (Global Issues, Local Arguments, 49) ”
If the workers at the factories are happy, everyone will be happy. By satisfying their needs, they will work more efficiently. As a result, profits will soar, which will be more productive. They should realize and look after what is more beneficial to them. Aside form what is right and wrong, are they making a wise decision? The answer to that is "No" because they are not. They are not thinking outside the box. Sweatshop workers had to suffer the cruel working conditions and risk their life to make a living. It is sad to imagine exactly how they are treated in the outside world.
“The Center for Health, Environment and Justice (CHEJ) found that Walt Disney World uses more than 80 extremely toxic cleaners, as opposed to just 12 that are non-toxic and which are used in the animal park out of safety concerns for the animals. The toxic cleaners, according to CHEJ are used children visiting the park "bathe, eat and play." CHEJ and community groups in Florida are urging Disney to use safer cleaning products for the sake of the children. (Center for Health, Environment and Justice, 17 September 2007)”
“Workers that produce Disney toys, books, and clothes are typically forced to work long hours under harsh conditions, with compensation that is below poverty level. (Responsible Shopper, 17 September 2007)”
Hong Kong-based Students and Scholars against Corporate Misbehavior (SACOM) found three factories that manufacture Disney products routinely violated Chinese labor standards. (China Labor Watch, 27 July 2006)”
"It does not have to be like this. But what happens when workers dare to stand up to ask that their basic rights be respected? When young women in Bangladesh, being paid just five cents for every $ 17.99 Disney shirt they sewed, asked for one day a week off, the Walt Disney Company responded by pulling its work from the factory. These women needed these jobs, but they also wanted to be treated as human beings. The message Disney is delivering to workers across the developing world is that if you dare to raise your voice, you too will be fired and thrown out on the street with nothing. (Global Issues, Local Arguments, 49) ”
If the workers at the factories are happy, everyone will be happy. By satisfying their needs, they will work more efficiently. As a result, profits will soar, which will be more productive. They should realize and look after what is more beneficial to them. Aside form what is right and wrong, are they making a wise decision? The answer to that is "No" because they are not. They are not thinking outside the box. Sweatshop workers had to suffer the cruel working conditions and risk their life to make a living. It is sad to imagine exactly how they are treated in the outside world.
Wednesday, September 5, 2007
Proust Questionairre
What is your idea of perfect happiness?
Having all needs and wants.
What is your greatest fear?
Heights.
Which living person do you most admire?
God, family, and friends.
What is the trait that you most deplore in yourself?
My height.
On what occasion do you lie?
When it is truly necessary.
Which living person do you most despise?
People who swears in God's name.
Which words or phrases do you most overuse?
Fo sho!
What is your greatest regret?
Taking too many Advanced Placement classes in high school.
What or who is the greatest love of your life?
My family.
When and where were you the happiest?
At the amusement park.
If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?
My face.
What do you consider your greatest achievement?
Graduating high school wth high honors.
If you could choose what to come back as, what would it be?
A bird.
What is your most treasured posession?
My photos of family and friends.
Where would you like to live?
In Paris.
What is your most marked characteristic?
Being talkative
What is the quality you most like in a man?
Responsibility, sense of humor, and sincerity.
What do you most value in your friends?
Trust.
What is it that you most dislike?
People being conceited.
How would you like to die?
Praying to God at church.
What is your motto?
Try my best in everything I do and never give up.
Having all needs and wants.
What is your greatest fear?
Heights.
Which living person do you most admire?
God, family, and friends.
What is the trait that you most deplore in yourself?
My height.
On what occasion do you lie?
When it is truly necessary.
Which living person do you most despise?
People who swears in God's name.
Which words or phrases do you most overuse?
Fo sho!
What is your greatest regret?
Taking too many Advanced Placement classes in high school.
What or who is the greatest love of your life?
My family.
When and where were you the happiest?
At the amusement park.
If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?
My face.
What do you consider your greatest achievement?
Graduating high school wth high honors.
If you could choose what to come back as, what would it be?
A bird.
What is your most treasured posession?
My photos of family and friends.
Where would you like to live?
In Paris.
What is your most marked characteristic?
Being talkative
What is the quality you most like in a man?
Responsibility, sense of humor, and sincerity.
What do you most value in your friends?
Trust.
What is it that you most dislike?
People being conceited.
How would you like to die?
Praying to God at church.
What is your motto?
Try my best in everything I do and never give up.
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