Blog #2: Yamilet De Leon - Post #3

 The Importance of Understanding the Issues Around Us

In our Public Speaking class, SPC2608, at Miami Dade College, we recently did group presentations about different topics that affect our country. Each group had a different topic: immigration policies, the economy, education policies, and the election process. I learned something new from each presentation and got to hear different opinions from my classmates. Some topics were more interesting to me than others, but I think all of them were important.

The first presentation was my group, Group 4. Our topic was immigration policies. We talked about what immigration policies are, why they exist, and how they affect people and families. I learned more about the laws that decide who can enter and stay in the United States. We also talked about how immigration helps families reunite and how it can affect the economy and jobs. Something I found interesting was learning how different countries, like Canada and countries in Europe, have their own immigration rules. I liked this topic because immigration is something that affects many people, and I was able to understand it better while working on the presentation with my group.

The second presentation was about the economy. I learned how the economy has changed over time, from agriculture to technology, businesses, and global trade. The group also explained how government decisions, prices, and people’s spending can affect the economy. One thing that stood out to me was that even when the economy is doing well, it does not mean everyone is doing well financially. People can still struggle with rent, transportation, and other everyday expenses. I found this interesting because these are things many people deal with in their daily lives.

The third presentation was about education policies. This topic caught my attention because I am a student, so I could relate to it. I learned how education in the United States has changed over the years and how not everyone always had the same opportunities to go to school. Something that stood out to me was how social media and technology can affect students’ attention and grades. They also talked about testing and how one test does not always show how smart or capable a student is. I agree with this because students should also be judged by their effort, progress, and hard work throughout the school year.

The last presentation was about the electorate and the election process. I learned more about how presidential elections work and what the Electoral College does. One fact I found interesting was that there are 538 electoral votes and a candidate needs at least 270 to win the presidency. I already knew voting was important, but I did not really understand how the Electoral College worked before this presentation. This presentation helped me understand why people should pay attention to elections and know how their votes matter.

Overall, I enjoyed this project because I got to learn about different topics and hear what my classmates had to say. Each group shared something important, and I was able to understand these issues better. My favorite topics were immigration and education because I could relate to them in different ways. This project taught me that it is important to stay informed about what is happening in our country because these issues can affect our lives and our future. It also reminded me that everyone’s opinions and voices matter.