Horseshoe Crabs

 

http://www.nytimes.com/2013/11/27/opinion/a-bird-whose-life-depends-on-a-crab.html?ref=contributors

 

 

Scientists use the blood of horseshoe crabs for many medical and experimental purposes, so population has gone down.  The small "red knots", a type of bird that lives on the shores, eats the crab's eggs to survive, so environmentalists are concerned for the survival of both species.  They propose the protection of both species, as one is related to the survival of the other, before they are both put on the endangered species list.

 

I found it interesting that horseshoe crab blood can be used for so many medical reasons, and that the use of it has helped us understand and treat certain diseases.  However, the fact that we are hunting them to extinction is wrong.  This article just supports that everything is relevant to everything else, and we need to work harder to preserve species and natural habitats.

 

 

CONTENT: http://www.nytimes.com/2013/11/27/opinion/a-bird-whose-life-depends-on-a-crab.html?ref=contributors

Browsing while Driving

 

http://www.usatoday.com/story/opinion/2013/11/18/distracted-drivers-tellusatoday-your-say/3634601/

 

 

This article states that 25% of all drivers surf the web while operating a vehicle, according to a recent State Farm Survey.  USA Today asked Twitter users to give their thoughts and opinions on this matter.  The example Tweets provided all suggested harsher punishment, even going so far as public shaming,

 

 

I find it interesting that people take such offence to accessing the internet while driving, especially in modern times where our cells phones are becoming an extension of ourselves.  I agree that it is an issue though, the introduction of cell phones to society has lead to a lack in safety on the roads.  Distracted driving, no matter what you are doing, is dangerous to everyone around you. 

 

 

CONTENT: http://www.usatoday.com/story/opinion/2013/11/18/distracted-drivers-tellusatoday-your-say/3634601/

 

PHOTO: http://usatoday30.usatoday.com/tech/wireless/2010-07-21-1atexting21_st_n.htm

Same-Sex Marriage and Social Media

 

http://www.usatoday.com/story/opinion/2013/11/18/same-sex-marriage-gay-rights-your-say/3634637/

 

This article in USA Today talks about the legalization of same-sex marriage across America, and what is abuzz about it in the online world.  They give several quotes from online sources, such as blogs, facebook, and twitter.

 

 

Recently, Illinois became the 16th state to legalize gay marriage, however the job isn't done.  Activists wont stop until it is legal everywhere in America, and many want to change the very definition of "marriage" to accommodate for the changing times.  This article presents examples from both sides of the argument.

 

 

I find it impossible for me to be impartial, because I feel so strongly that same-sex marriage should be legal everywhere.  I believe that customs ARE changing, they always are.  It wasn't so long ago that inter racial marriages were illegal, and now racism is extremely taboo in our culture.  Personally, I cannot wait for the day when homophobia is also on the taboo list for American culture.

 

 

CONTENT: http://www.usatoday.com/story/opinion/2013/11/18/same-sex-marriage-gay-rights-your-say/3634637/

 

 

PHOTO: http://www.forbes.com/fdc/welcome_mjx.shtml



Video Ban

 

http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2013/nov/12/editorial-a-lesson-from-the-street/

 

 

This article in the Washington Times is about the legality of video taping public events, such as a public arrest.  Journalism student, Taylor Hardy of Boston has been asked to appear in court to explain why he video taped a public arrest, and in the video an officer was threatening and yelling at him.

 

 

The officers don't want the negative publicity that came with the video, so it seems the legal system is fighting back, but at what cost?  Banning the public from videotaping or photographing public events, especially those involved with the government or law, seems completely un-American.  Public officials should not be able to arm themselves with police and prevent videotaping. 

 

 

CONTENT: http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2013/nov/12/editorial-a-lesson-from-the-street/

 

 

PHOTO: http://www.videomaker.com/article/15619-recording-in-public-places-and-your-first-amendment-rights

Made by Hand, or Handled by a Machine?

 

 

http://www.nytimes.com/2013/11/12/opinion/etsys-industrial-revolution.html?ref=contributors

 

 

This article by Elizabeth Wayland Barber is about the credibility of some of the venders on the homemade product distribution website, Etsy.  Etsy was founded to sell handmade crafts online, connecting thousands of crafters to clientele.  They recently updated their policy to account for the booming business of some of their venders, allowing some manufacturing or machine made products, but they still have to be original work.

 

Some of the venders  are outraged; Why should the manufacturers have a place on this site? And what will it do for their business? In my opinion, every vender started out small, and if some of them have gotten to the point of contracts, machinery and larger scale manufacturing, why punish them by kicking them off the site?

 

 

CONTENT: http://www.nytimes.com/2013/11/12/opinion/etsys-industrial-revolution.html?ref=contributors

 

 

PHOTO: http://www.lumosforbusiness.com/blog/835/14-02-2013/Business+Model+Breakdown++ETSY 

Genetically Modified Food

 

http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2013/nov/7/letter-to-the-editor-labeling-scary-food/

 

 

This article is about how Americans are unwilling to put warning labels on genetically altered foods, because, as the article states, "The dangers associated with genetically modified foods exist only in the mind. There’s concrete evidence that genetically modified seeds have been saving lives and helping the environment." 

 

Genetically modified crops helps reduce the amount of pesticides farmers have to use, reduce the risk of allergies, boost food supply, and help increase the quality of life.  This article was very biased toward the modification of crops, it offers little to no downfalls.  Based on what I read, I would say modifying food would be a great thing.

 

CONTENT: http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2013/nov/7/letter-to-the-editor-labeling-scary-food/

PHOTO: http://www.bio.davidson.edu/people/kabernd/seminar/2004/gmevents/nh/nh.html


We Hurt Their Feelings

 

 

http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2013/nov/6/editorial-spies-with-hurt-feelings/

 

 

This article says that certain government organizations are making a fuss about the jokes being made at their expense, saying a T-shirt with "The NSA: The Only Government Branch that Actually Listens" is a disgrace to the country.  The author writes "Homeland Security says the parody items violate the law making it a crime to  'mutilate or alter the seal of any department or agency of the United States.'" But on the other end of the stick, it is our right in America to speak out against, or for, our government, and to mock it at times. 

 

The novelty items aren't meant to be taken literally, and these agencies are going overboard in thinking they will do the public harm.  the author of this article brings up a great point, that to be a free nation we need this right to mock our government, as we do for everything else.  Jokes and cartoons can bring up interesting points, point out flaws, endorse good functions, and get a laugh or two out of a well-educated citizen.

 

 



 

CONTENT: http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2013/nov/6/editorial-spies-with-hurt-feelings/

PHOTOS:http://www.prosebeforehos.com/political-ironing/06/28/scarily-accurate-nsa-cartoons/


Whale of a Tale

 

http://www.nytimes.com/2013/11/01/opinion/savior-of-the-whales.html?ref=contributors

 

 

 

This article, in the New York Times, tells the story of Pachico, a poor Mexican fisherman who had the wonderful experience of touching a whale that surfaced right along-side his boat.  Ever since that day, the man claims to have a special bond with the creatures, he says he would trade his own life to save a whale's.

 

When the Mexican government tried to build a sea salt factory in the bay where the whales thrive, he was the voice to stop them.  In order to bring attention to the harm it could do to the whales, he brought the author of this article out to see them, to tell their story.  Pachico was quoted as saying “Let’s go hunt whales, bring your binoculars, bring your camera, so you can take them away and leave them there.”

 

CONTENT:  http://www.nytimes.com/2013/11/01/opinion/savior-of-the-whales.html?ref=contributors&_r=0

 

PHOTO:http://graysreef.noaa.gov/science/research/gray_whale/welcome.html

 



The Men With the Masks

 

 

http://www.nytimes.com/2013/10/28/opinion/boylan-the-costumes-we-choose.html?ref=contributors&_r=0

 

 

This next article from the New York Times was written by Jennifer Boylen, a transgender individual.  She exposes American views on Halloween masks, and what your choice of costume can say about you.

 

 

She comments that as opposed to other eras, political masks are down, no one wants to dress as President Obama.  Could there perhaps be a direct correlation between sales and the public viewpoint?

 

The most popular costumes nowadays are unrealistic; sexy nurses, vampires, and other creatures of myth.  I believe this could say a lot about the state of American idols, people would rather delve into fantasy than dress as a real life person.

 

CONTENT: http://www.nytimes.com/2013/10/28/opinion/boylan-the-costumes-we-choose.html?ref=contributors&_r=0

PHOTO: http://mynorthwest.com/11/1829148/Halloween-masks-show-frontrunner-for-president

Faux News



Fox Planted False Information

 

To switch it up, this next article is from the Washington Post, written by Erik Wemple who often reports on news media.  Basically, this article claims that Fox News gave wrong information under false pretenses to a man reporting on their company.  Mathew Flamm thought he was corresponding with a member of the news team, getting inside information, instead he received false information.  Even though it was only from one source, he ran the article anyway and none of the information checked out.  Flamm was instantly discredited as a journalist.

 

Now it is thought that the executives at Fox News planted this information.  While that is immoral, I believe its a great survival strategy, especially if they wanted to take out reporters from competitor news companies.  In the end, its nothing but good business, even though a man's career was ruined.  It may be sad, but Flamm definitely should have checked the information himself before running the story.

 

CONTENT:http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/erik-wemple/wp/2013/10/23/book-fox-news-planted-false-information-to-discredit-reporter-stifle-bad-news/

 

PHOTO:http://www.sodahead.com/entertainment/fox-cancels-americas-most-wanted-good-idea-or-bad-idea/question-1801943/?link=ibaf&q=&esrc=s

The Modern Woman

 

A Woman for all Seasons

This article focuses on the effects the new Chancellor of Germany, Angela Merkel, has on women as a whole.  In the article it says that she has drastically changed stereotypes; such as that women are too emotional to be in power, or that they need a male guardian.  Well I would say its about time these cultural norms were laid to rest! 

Of course this article speaks to me because I am, in fact, a woman. It frustrates me to see that the world still views men and women as unequal, so I was ecstatic to learn that many leadership positions in Germany are held by women!

I found it funny, in the article, when it says that often men running against woman run into snags when it comes to bashing their opponent, because any dig they get automatically comes off as a dig against woman as a whole.  Its about time the tables have turned politically, and hopefully this will continue on a global scale!
 

CONTENT:http://www.nytimes.com/2013/10/22/opinion/wergin-a-woman-for-all-seasons.html?ref=contributors&_r=0

PHOTOS:http://girltalkhq.com/happy-165th-birthday-womens-rights-movement/

The Exclusive Irish Heritage

 

Some Irish Need not Apply

 

This article from the New York Times is about the rise in racism in Ireland; that is, Ireland-born Irish folks having issues with Irish men and women born out of the country, or non-Irish born in Ireland.  One woman was attacked on the street by a gang of Irish men.

 

This article really stood out to me, because I am VERY proud of my Irish heritage, even though I was not born there, or have even been there, Irish blood runs through my veins and I am proud of it! Everyday I wear my Claddagh ring, and display my wild red  proudly.  I never would have thought that if I were to visit Ireland, like I have always wanted to, they might not take too kindly to my presence in their land. 

 

 

CONTENT:http://www.nytimes.com/2013/10/16/opinion/some-irish-need-not-apply.html?ref=contributors

 

PHOTO:http://www.icollector.com/10k-Two-tone-Gold-Diamond-Accent-Claddagh-Ring_i11496479

Somalia's Newest Leader

 

 

Somalia's Leader

 

This article in the New York Times, written by Somali professor Nuruddin Farah is an assessment of the new Somalian leader.  He is widely considered to be a novice, many believe he isn't fit to be the leader of such a torn country. However, the US recognizes the Somalian government for the first time in years; perhaps because this leader is such a pushover?

 

 

In recent years Doctors Without Borders have been forced to leave Somalia due to two homicides of its members.  Death amongst officials and medical professionals has become common practice in Somalia. The man who committed these murders was caught and sentenced to 30 years in Somalian prison, however he was released three weeks later. This makes me feel like the leader they appointed isn't living up to his promises, HOWEVER I do agree that leading Somalia must be a difficult task.  It would seem that any leader appointed in third-world countries are destined for failure, just because the system itself is so corrupt. But I guess we will have to stay tuned to see what Ali Mohamed Gedi, the new Somalian leader, does with the position he was given.

 

 

 

CONTENT:http://www.nytimes.com/2013/10/15/opinion/somalias-leader-look-past-the-hype.html?adxnnl=1&ref=contributors&adxnnlx=1382580672-ZXbaZc5uG4Qh57jTjRmdCw

 

PHOTO:http://www.somaligov.net/President.html

Declining Mating Standards

 

Evolution and Bad Boyfriends

 

This article suggests that a female's choice in a mate is directly related with how many resources she can gain from her parents.  In a study done by biologist Franjo Weissing and social psychologist Bram Buunk, they concluded that PARENTS have a lot more influence in mate selection that we may realize. 

 

 

A girl who's partner cannot provide as well as parents may like will receive more help(such as money, recourses, or support) from her parents than a daughter marrying someone who can provide better.  This viewpoint suggests that young females choosing a mate are more likely to pick someone who CANNOT provide  for them, as to gain resources from he parents.

 

 

CONTENT: http://www.nytimes.com/2013/10/13/opinion/sunday/evolution-and-bad-boyfriends.html?adxnnl=1&ref=contributors&adxnnlx=1382408205-XskWmoymQ0dLsJllifNdpA

 

PHOTO: http://ryandartist.blogspot.com/2011/03/bad-boyfriend.html

A Mind of it's Own



My Afro, Myself-New York Times

 

This article, written by former Afro owner, Bruce Handy, is about how one small aspect of a person can define them in the public eye.  Handy used to be a white man with a sizable Afro, which was a unique feature.  He goes on to explain how that became his identifier; he was "That Kid with the Huge Afro".  It got to the point where he despised his hair for making him into that individual, and he ended up cutting it off.

 

 

It got me thinking about other public figures with some memorable quality that defines them; like Donald Trump's hair, as mentioned in the article.  The model, Twiggy, was famous for being so thin, I wonder if she grew to hate her body? Did Marilyn Monroe hate her beauty mark?

 

 

 

 

CONTENT: http://www.nytimes.com/2013/10/09/opinion/my-afro-myself.html?ref=contributors&_r=0

 

 

PHOTO: http://www.last.fm/music/LMFAO/+images/64444951

Hey, It's In Our DNA!



 

 

 

Our Political Beliefs Encoded in DNA



This Op-Ed in the New York Times focuses on the new field of "Genopolitics", which is a field of study that indicates that genetics play a part in what political party a person sides with.  It gives a whole new perspective on the "Nature Vs. Nurture" debate.

While it is a new science, the benefits of these studies could be overwhelming in the political field.  It could even go so far as to become a defining factor in the outcome of elections.  In the article, it states that genetics and environment are sometimes hard to distinguish from each other.  I agree with this; my question would be, how could you tell if a persons political preferences come from biological factors, or their parent's beliefs? 


CONTENT: http://opinionator.blogs.nytimes.com/2013/10/01/are-our-political-beliefs-encoded-in-our-dna/?ref=opinion&_r=0
PHOTO:http://www.scientificamerican.com/article.cfm?id=why-genes-dont-predict-voting-behavior

Farm Land

 

 

Keep Farmland for Farmers

 

This article in the New York Times touches on the issue of lack of farmland around the country, particularly in the northeast.  I found it interesting that the article was written by farmers themselves, and members of the Farmer's Coalition at that.  They say that a lot of potential farmland is not available because bigwigs on Wall Street purchase the land and use it to build luxurious homes.

 

The authors say the solution is the Vermont Land Trust, and the efforts of the state of Massachusetts, to create stricter land laws so that farmland remains in the hands of farmers.  They suggest that every state takes the same measures.

 

This article was very biased, as it was written by farmers, however it isn't necessarily a bad thing.  Reading this article opened my eyes to an issue I didn't know existed. 

 

 

 

 

CONTENT: http://www.nytimes.com/2013/10/01/opinion/keep-farmland-for-farmers.html?_r=0&adxnnl=1&ref=contributors&adxnnlx=1382579448-z1IjLAkshl1jgI6D/JPyrQ

 

 

 

PHOTO:http://www.esri.com/news/arcuser/0402/preserve1of2.html

Decline in Extreme Poverty

“The problems of the world cannot possibly be solved by skeptics or cynics, whose horizons are limited by the obvious realities. We need men who can dream of things that never were and ask, why not?” -John F. Kennedy

 

http://www.nytimes.com/2013/09/25/opinion/the-end-of-poverty-soon.html?partner=rssnyt&emc=rss

 

 

In this article states that the amount of people in extreme poverty is decreasing, however slowly, throughout the world.  Also, this decrease is directly related to the growth in a third-world country's infrastructure.  I found it interesting that Sachs' found a correlation between the introduction of cell phones to African society and the decline of poverty in small villages. 

 

Also a fact in the article that appalled me was that some people in extreme poverty make as little as $1.25 a day per person(in international currency). It makes me feel grateful that in America we have a high minimum wage rate, and systems in place to help citizens in poverty(even though some people take advantage of this system, but that is a different discussion).

 

The author of this article seems optimistic that the world-poverty issue is slowly being solved by modernizing third-world countries. This logic makes sense to me, when more systems and businesses are set up, more jobs are available to the public. 

Participation Trophies Fail

http://www.nytimes.com/2013/09/25/opinion/losing-is-good-for-you.html?ref=contributors
 

 

 

The author, Ashley Merriman, states that rewarding children too much for behavior that doesn't warrant praise is not helping in the long run.  So many parents fight for everyone in their children's classes, or on sports teams to get trophies just for participating.  The logic is that no kid will feel left out, but id this practice really helping kid's self esteems?

 

 

The author, and myself, would have to scream "NO!" as a response to the previous question.  If every kid gets a trophy for participation, there is no motivation to exceed expectations.  The children who excel will not be recognized for their efforts, and those who do not meet the minimum expectations, but receive recognition regardless will never strive for greatness.  All this system is doing is breeding a generation of average masses, and not exceptional individuals.

 

 

I thought is was interesting that the trophy industry is now worth $3-billion a year.  While these companies may profit from the abundance of rewards distributed to todays youth, in the long run America will suffer from lack of potential leaders and entrepreneurs.

 

 

CONTENT: Merryman, Ashley. "Losing Is Good For You." Op-Ed. The New York Times, 24 Sept. 2013. Web. 24 Sept. 2013. http://www.nytimes.com/2013/09/25/opinion/losing-is-good-for-you.html?ref=contributors.


PHOTO: http://www.someecards.com/usercards/viewcard/MjAxMi0zMGZhMmYwOGYxM2Q4NGU5

Social Media and Social Events



http://www.berkshireeagle.com/editorials/ci_24127880/party-Stephentown

For this article I delved into the Berkshire Eagle, one of the local newspapers.  This piece talks about the recent rager that was thrown at a former New England Patriots football player's second home, at which he was not present.  Teenagers entered the home and threw a huge party, causing massive amounts of damage to the property. However the real kicker is that the parents of these miscreants are now attempting to sue homeowner Brian Halloway because of his actions after becoming aware of the situation.

The teenagers used social media sites, mainly Twitter, to spread the word of the party and invite more people.  Then later there were pictures of them destroying the place, and about all the "fun" they were having at the empty house.  Halloway collected the names of all these "Tweeters", the pictures as well, and made a website to publically call attention to what happened.

The fact that parents aren't morbidly embarrassed and apologetic about their children's behavior is very appalling.  And like most Americans today they took to a vicious legal route.

The article implied that the increase in social media lead to the high level of destruction the kids caused.  Because everyone is so accessible via the web, the word about the party was able to spread like wildfire.

CONTENT: http://www.berkshireeagle.com/editorials/ci_24127880/party-Stephentown
PHOTO: http://myfox8.com/2013/09/20/over-300-teenagers-party-at-trash-ex-nfl-players-home/

The Violent Culture

http://www.nytimes.com/2013/09/20/opinion/luhrmann-the-violence-in-our-heads.html?ref=contributors

 

 

  This article, by T.M. Luhrmann, compares and contrasts the schizophrenic behaviors of Americans affected by the mental illness, and those in India.  Schizophrenia is a mental disorder where a person may hear voices in their head, and it can sometimes lead to violent or abnormal behavior. While hearing voices was common amongst the groups involved in the study, it was determined that the patients in San Mateo, CA, heard more violent voices than those in Chennai, India. 

 

 

I found it interesting that the subjects in the US heard violent voices, whereas those in Chennai heard voices telling them to do chores, and sometimes sexually explicit voices.  This proves the point many try to make, that Americans are violent people. Social media, entertainment, the news, and icons in America all portray an image of violence.  Growing up in a violent environment could lead to more violent voices in schizophrenia sufferers.

 

 

On the other side of the spectrum, subjects in India typically experience sexually explicit voices or voices telling them to do chores.  While the gender and age of the subjects are not included in the article, I believe this can be related to the Male-Dominant society in India.  Woman fear the men, so therefore if they have schizophrenia. The voices they hear will cater to their fears. 

 

 

The main observation they made after the study was that local culture shapes the way people with schizophrenia interpret the extra auditory inside their own minds. The author provided enough evidence to convince me to agree with their findings.

 

 

 

CONTENT: Luhrmann, T. M. "The Violence in Our Heads." Op-Ed. The New York Times, 19 Sept. 2013. Web. 19 Sept. 2013. <http://www.nytimes.com/2013/09/20/opinion/luhrmann-the-violence-in-our-heads.html?ref=contributors>.

The War Waging Within



http://www.nytimes.com/2013/09/04/opinion/dowd-shadow-of-a-doubt.html?_r=0


This article, also from the New York Times, urges the readers and political officials to take notes from America's history regarding the upcoming military movement against Syria, so we don't make the same mistakes we did in the past.

Dowd brings up an interesting point when she says "The president who got elected on his antiwar stance is now trying to buck up a skittish Congress and country about why a military strike is a moral necessity."  Barak Obama was the one to bring our troops home from Iraq, and I can imagine he is facing a difficult decision now, especially when America can still remember the effect Operation Desert Storm had on the troops and their families back home.  We are all afraid Syria will be another difficult time like that was.

However. on the other side of the coin, it is Un-American to just sit back and watch others suffer at the hands of a corrupt government.  Even if it is not our fight, we have always been the ones to step in for the people.  The decision  to attack Syria is a war waging within us; we fear it will be another Iraq, and yet we cannot let our morality slip. 

Also there are practical national safety elements to discuss, such as whether the Syrian government truly does have the chemical weapons it boasts of, and what would happen if they fell into the hands of a more capable enemy of the free world.  Obama might be anti-war, but he may have to base his decision on a broader picture; our security here in the States.

I believe that America was founded based on the kind of morals that can't and should not be set aside, even if we fear the worst.  What separates us from most of the world is our fundamental need to help others.  If even one more school, church, or library full of people gets gassed to death in Syria while all these American politicians are making up their minds, then its a crying shame.

ARTICLE: Dowd, Maureen. "Shadow of a Doubt." Nytimes.com. The New York Times, 3 Sept. 2013. Web. 8 Sept. 2013.

Medical Mischief

How a Cabal Keeps Generics Scarce- The New York Times

 

     In summation this article is about how there is a shortage of needed pharmaceutical drugs in the American healthcare system, which the authors of the article insist could be prevented by demolishing the "anti-kickback safe harbor" system. Basically, this is when big pharmaceutical companies can buy out brands of medication, making their company the sole distributor of that drug, thus limiting the production to one or two companies. 

 

     I agree that we need to do away with this system and restore a "free-market competition",  allowing all pharmaceutical companies to have rights to all drugs.  The limited supply of drugs we have is hurting American citizens, myself included.  Some drugs are more expensive, because there is no generic or otherwise cheaper choice, and some are less effective.  I had to be prescribed antibiotic steroids this year due to a respiratory infection, and I was shocked to say the least when I picked them up at the pharmacy.  There were no cheaper options, and not buying them would have meant my condition got lethally worse.  Maybe its time these pharmaceutical corporations realized that the majority of Americans can't afford the drugs they are trying to sell to us.

 

     The article touched on the effect the drug shortage has on anesthesia.  Some hospitals have been forced to improvise, using an inadequate drug that may not keep a patient asleep during procedures, and some patients never open their eyes again. 

 

     Allowing people to suffer due to high priced prescription drugs and a shortage of any other options is outrageous to say the least.  The price of good health in this day and age to too high, and if these big-wig pharmaceutical companies cant meet our demands, then bring back the free market competition!  With more companies having rights to certain drugs, it would mean more options, more supply, and less demand for the people of the United States.  If the only downfall is that the CEOs of these companies have a few less yachts to take out in the summer, then its more than a fair price to pay.



 

 

PHOTO: "Pharmacy Cartoons, Cartoons About Prescription Drugs | Randy Glasbergen - Today's Cartoon." Randy Glasbergen Todays Cartoon RSS. N.p., n.d. Web. 03 Sept.

 

 

CONTENT: Clapp, Margaret, Michael A. Rie, and Phillip L. Zweig. "How a Cabal Keeps Generics Scarce." The Opinion Pages. The New York Times, 2 Sept. 2013. Web. 3 Sept. 2013. <http://www.nytimes.com/2013/09/03/opinion/how-a-cabal-keeps-generics-scarce.html?partner=rssnyt&emc=rss>.