The concept of the “Glass Ceiling” was initially identified by the Wall Street Journal in March 1986. According to the Oxford Dictionary, it refers to an unofficially recognized obstacle that hinders professional advancement, particularly for women and minority individuals. Essentially, the glass ceiling represents an invisible barrier that obstructs women from obtaining promotions or attaining…
What to The Slave Is the Fourth of July? is a speech written by Frederick Douglass that expresses his view of Independence Day and what it means for African American slaves. Douglass starts by affirming that he’s an escaped slave which gives the audience a sense of his point of view. He strongly feels that the Fourth of July is…
Love, It can sweep you off your feet Make you feel like you’re on cloud nine Those sweet memories never fades away But when it’s all over You get the feeling that It was all just a dream Your meaning of love was different For him it was merely an infatuation Without any affection That’s…
Lots and lots of horrifying, gruesome stories has been written, told and heard about this tiny Island which is called the Rikers Island. This research was executed to learn about the ins and outs of this place. This is a 400-acre Island floating between Queens and The Bronx, located in the East River across from the…
We’re All Wonders written by R.J Palacio is about a little boy named Auggie, who was born with a form of facial abnormality. The story is narrated in the first person point of view so we get to see the world from his perspective. Auggie realizes that he’s different than the other kids his age because of the…
Borderlands by Gloria Anzaldua is a unique narrative which consists of seven interrelated chapters that includes mythological and personal stories, and poems. The author shares the experiences of her life and writes these stories in a creative way using both English and Spanish languages as well as poems. Anzaldua mainly discusses about “mestiza” and later…
How did Feminism evolve? The word Feminism derived from French féminisme, in the late 19th century. The first Women’s Rights Movement began in the United States which was a turning point in women’s history. It was a convention that took place in Seneca Falls, New York in July 19, 1848. About hundred people had gathered at the convention, two thirds…
Before you try to answer the above question, you should first consider the term Feminism. Merriam-Webster defines Feminism as:1. Belief men and women should have equal rights and opportunities.2. Organized activities in support of women’s rights and interest.2. The theory of political, economic, and social equality of the sexes.If you agree with the above definition…
