respond to the following prompt questions journal assignment
Journal 3: Respond to Rosa Alexander’s “The Meme-ing of Trigger Warnings,”
A) Do you believe that there is a backlash against trigger warnings much as there is a backlash against political correctness? In other words, are people worried that “words, ideas, and subjects that might cause discomfort or give offense” are taken to a level of absurdity? Give examples to illustrate your answers.
B) Also, what role do you think this new form of expression–memes–serves? We see them everywhere on the Internet as a form of popular culture. Are memes performing a natural role as far as human communication or are they something new altogether? Give examples of memes you’ve been exposed to to illustrate your answers.
Journal 4: Respond to the following prompt questions after reading Peter J Hotez, “The Counties Where the Anti-Vaccine Movement Thrives in the US” in 250 words. https://theconversation.com/the-counties-where-the…
Prompt: According to Hotez, “Studies suggest vaccine refusal is linked to affluence and [hence] greater access to the internet…and social media.” Do you agree such a link is possible? Looking at the map-charts provided, what might be some other reasons for the increase in anti-vaccine groups? While Hotez, a vaccine developer for pediatric science, clearly promotes immunizing school-aged children, what are some reasons you might give for refusing to enter a vaccine program? Do you agree with Hotez that students should be required to be vaccinated in order to attend public schools? Any response relevant to the content of the essay is welcome.
