I believe that Andrew Jackson should NOT be on the 20$ bill. There are many reasons why he shouldn't be considered a hero, or even a good president. Jackson destroyed the bank of the United states. Jackson hated the bank before his presidency because as a wealthy land and slave owner he had lost money due to its ugly policies. Jackson also not only hired friends, but thieves. All in all, I believe that Andrew Jackson should not be on the 20$ bill. 

France Successful or unsuccessful.

 In this unit, we have been exploring the positives and negatives of the many revolutions between the time periods of 1830 and 1848. We've talked about  Belgium 1840, the Frankfurt Assembly, The French Revolution of 1830, and 1848, Hungary 1848 and finally the Polish Revolution of 1830. What were the positives and negatives of the French Revolution of 1848?               http://www.edline.net/pages/Reading_HS/Classes/1415_12612205/3___19th_Century_Revolutions/Revolutions_of_1830___1848_Vid/Video_Tutorials

            During the French Revolution of 1848 started, France was a mess. Food shortage unemployment and economic depression were the main causes of such outbreak in the streets. Louis
Philippe was a man who only cared about the rich, and didn't want to help the poor and needy. The people of France began to riot, and demanded for fair pay, and to stop payment spikes. Even though the people got rid of their ruler, there were still many problems after. So was France a success or a big failure. France was successful in bringing Louis Philippe down from his throne, and finally being heard as a nation, but later France ran into other problems, regarding their government.

         

 

     Today in class our teacher Ms. Gleason passed us out Hershey chocolate kisses. Some of the students received more than others. Then we were instructed to play rock paper scissors, the winner would win the the chocolate that the looser had. The students with more kisses to start, obviously won the game. This was frustrating because the kids with only three kisses in reality had no chance of winning this game. 

    Marx gave us a theory of society and told us how society works.the form of the productive system, is the most important determinant of all other aspects of the society, such as its social institutions and ideas, such as the system of law, of morality and education. On the other hand, Smith believed in a system called the invisible hand, which would benefit the poor.Adam Smith to describe his belief that individuals seeking their economic self-interest actually benefit society more than they would if they tried to benefit society directly. Therefore targeting those who cant afford more things then others, focusing on the poor and needy. 

    In my opinion I believe that Marx's theory makes more sense and has more of an overall effect. Even if  Smith's theory of helping the poor, you couldn't benefit from something if you don't have any money to start. All in all Marx's theory would benefit for a more long term change. 

Socratic seminar Feedback

     In today's class, we discussed many facts, information and other questions about Child Labor today. 

     One of the three points I brought up in the discussion was why child labor? Why not adult labor? Most of the machines are used for small children fingers, such as small cigarettes, and picking small berries from plants. Another question I had was: Why would these children risk their life for work? Well, most of their families don't have money, and if they don't have a family, the orphan will work for as little to money at all. One of the last points I brought to the seminar was: Where are most of these children working? Most of the kids are working in fields out in the Midwest, but otherwise in foreign country's. 

     Other key points brought up by other students that I found interesting left me thinking. For instance the question: who would want to work for little to no money? To be brief, most children's parents can't get the money on their own so they need help. Another comment was: would you buy products made from child labor? I wouldn't.. Because without paying the company the company then fails. But if the children really needed the money, I would buy because they need a profit. One last point that hit me was when a student brought up how if we are working at such a young age (15-16 years old) is it considered child labor? I'd say no for a couple reasons. In reality, most of us, in Reading MA, especially have enough money to survive. I believe that child labor is described for those only who are poor. 

     Overall, I think that the discussion was on topic and a great success. Our group discused topics clearly and to the point. Also many of the students all had somthing to say, leading the seminar to be less then a seminar, and more like a conversation. To improve the seminars overall experience, I would have everyone talk. Even if not everyone talked, it would have been good to here everyone. Also, I think that we should have more time to talk to get our point across. Most of the time, other students would get cut off by others considering our time constraint. To conclude, the seminar was a great success and should be done again!

Industrial city inspectors report

City Inspectors Report

This report dated 1840 has been provided for the urban planning committees of various cities and England. My name is David, and as a mid level city inspector i trust that you will use this information within to determine appropriate needs in urban planning for your manipulative. My report has been through as I have used all sources available to me and to have work to guide you through my own analysis and critical thinking to a full description of the issues facing our cities.

    Some of the Impact from the impact of industrialization was on life and work in the cities was positive. From the Cotton mill, John Jones expressed his feelings for the factory. “Everyone is happy” and “The mills are great, along with the beautiful scenic castles” (Doc B). Along with W.C. Taylor, “People aren't affected” at the Manufacturing districts Lancashire. (Doc E). Throughout the city of Manchester these two factories had the most positive remarks.

    According to my inspections, the three other factories had negative reports. In the British factory described in (Doc A), it is very smokey and hard to breathe. As well as the factories in documents (C and D), the factories are not safe and cause harm to the workers. The factory (Doc C) is described as foggy and very dirty air. Factory (Doc D.) shows the harm which is done to the workers. Many children and men with distorted limbs and dark eyes. Bad back posture and very dangerous machines throughout. Overall, factories (C and D) have negative reports and must be changed.

    Overall, based on the sources provided, I think that the industrialization had more of a negative impact on living and working. Through the factories, only a few exceptions were allowed. Besides the OK working conditions and the OK surrounding machines, not much was impressive. Document D, is what led me to this conclusion. People and especially young children should not be working in overly dangerous areas. It is not ok for children at the age of 8 to already start to have back problems and wrinkles under their eyes. Overall, the Industrialization period was the opposite of a success.