Prof Double R

For your response posts (respond to Yvonne and Danny who chose a different topic than you), address the following: 

1. What have you learned in the past about the historical topic your peer(s) chose? 
2. What current events have you seen that are related to your peer(s) chosen topic?

 

 Yvonne post

My chosen subject was about terrorists. People’s ideas about terrorism have changed over time due to historical events, media, and beliefs. The 9/11 attacks in 2001 had a major impact on how people view terrorism, leading to increased security and fear. Before that, some groups in the early 1900s used violence to fight against governments they thought were unfair.

Different people and groups have been labeled as terrorists throughout history. In recent years, groups like al-Qaeda and ISIS have carried out violent attacks. Governments, world leaders, and the media shape how people understand terrorism, with some seeing it as violence and others as a fight for freedom.

After 9/11, security became stricter, especially at airports, and the U.S. government increased surveillance. Society also changed, as some people unfairly treated certain religious and ethnic groups, leading to discrimination and immigration policy changes.

News and social media play a big role in how people view terrorism. The way attacks are reported can create stereotypes, causing people to judge others unfairly based on looks, religion, or background.

Understanding this topic helps us see how history, media, and politics shape our views. Malcolm X once said, “The media’s the most powerful entity on earth. They have the power to make the innocent guilty and to make the guilty innocent.” This reminds us to think critically and not let fear or misinformation influence how we see others.

Danny post

For my project, I chose the topic Deconstructing Anti-Immigrant Narratives. I’m looking at how fear, language, and laws have shaped the way immigrants are viewed in the U.S. over time. There are two main narratives tied to this topic. One is the dominant one that paints immigrants as threats, especially during times of national stress. The other comes from immigrants themselves, sharing real stories of struggle, resilience, and resistance. These events stretch from the late 1700s, like the Alien Enemies Act of 1798, to present-day movements like Black Lives Matter and debates around border control. Lawmakers, immigrant communities, and advocacy groups have all played a role in shaping these narratives. This topic matters because these ideas still affect how people view immigration today. It shows how fear can be used to divide people, but also how immigrants have always pushed back and fought for inclusion and justice.

 

In response to Hayley and

Lakisha post

, address the following:

• Compare your views on personal and professional success. How do they differ?
• Share your opinion about the organization identified in the post and its success. Do you agree that this organization is successful? Why or why not?
• Share your thoughts about the importance of the non-financial success parameters identified in the post.
   

Hayley post

 My name is Hayley Eager, and I am from Kalamazoo, Michigan. To me, success is to live a happy life with limited to no financial restraints. I don’t measure success just financially but also how I feel mentally. These apply to both personal and professional success. American Express is a company I consider successful.  According to (Express, 2025), at the end of 2023, their Net Income was $8,374 million, and it had a 21% increase for the end of 2024 at $10,129 million. According to (Coleman, 2024) American Express has been targeting Millenial and Gen Z customers, and they made up 60% of new card acquisitions for the last quarter.  They attribute this growth to more merchants accepting American Express. Another metric that can be used to track American Express’s success is its employee satisfaction ratings. According to (Work, 2024)  94% of their employees say its a great place to work compared to 57% of employees at typical US-based companies.  This ranking is because they focus on employee well-being, a culture of inclusivity, and ample opportunities for growth and recognition.  I consider this as a way to measure success because it lowers turnover rates and promotes them as a good company to work for.  

Lakisha post
 

Hello everyone, my name is Lakisha Powell and iam from Arizon.I am excited to be in this class as we embark on the journey to understand the factors that lead to organizational success. Personally, I believe success is being consistent in improving yourself either personally or professionally. Success is when you strive to be the best version of yourself. Success is having healthy relationships and improved well-being. Professionally, I believe success is achieving my goals that align with my values and contributing positively to my community and organization.

One of the successful companies is Amazon. The company is successful due to its strong brand name and product differentiation. Over the years, Amazon has built a positive brand image that customers are proud to associate with. The company further operates ethically to ensure it does not tarnish this name. Also, Amazon sells a wide range of products such as groceries, books, and digital products.

Finance such as a company making profits is important for an organization to be successful. Other measures of success include customer satisfaction and loyalty, product quality, and global expansion. In particular, customer satisfaction is a critical parameter for success since when customer’s needs are unmet, they shift to competitors.