Morgan's Thoughts

Pacific Islanders are trying to maintain their culture in Las Vegas which is called the "9th island". Hawaii has a very high cost of living which is a factor for them moving to the mainland. The mainland has more opportunities and resources for everyone which is why our country has the concept of the "American Dream". People come to the US/Mainland for better opportunities in life. With everyone migrating to the same place, it is easier for them to maintain a sense of community. No matter where they go, they would always keep their culture alive which was the main point of the "Sugar Mountain" podcast. The United States tends to have lots of stereotypes on every race of humans and I'm sure Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders are no different. We talked in class about people constantly asking "but where are you really from". I have never been to Las Vegas, but I am sure it is diverse.. or at least more diverse than most. Even with diversity ...

I listed to the Marilyn episode of the Coming Out Stories podcast. It was about a mother of two children who came out the same day. She talked about her experience. She knew the signs were there but did not acknowledge the possibility of it. My town is very religious so anything other than male, female, or straight is not well accepted. The mother in my podcast I think felt more shame than anything else. Shame meaning she felt bad she didn't acknowledge it. Marilyn seemed very okay with both her kids not being straight, but I am sure it was overwhelming to get told on the same day by both of the kids. I was hoping to speak to the LGBTQ+ panel this week in class because I do think it would have been interesting to hear their opinions on different issues. For example, I was very curious as to what they thought about Leah the swimmer. Biologically a boy, but now a female. Do they think it is okay to compete in that race even though biologically they are different? What do they think a...

How is environmental racism linked to health inequality? Please incorporate examples. Discuss at least three other factors that perpetuate health inequalities that you weren't aware of before this week. What are some ways that we could reduce the effects of these factors to improve health equity? Does structural racism affect transracial adoptees adopted into White families the same way it affects racially minoritized individuals being raised by parents of color? What are the similarities and differences between the racial and cultural challenges that transracial adoptees face compared to non-adoptees?   As a nursing student we learn about cultural and racial differences in health care. We learn different signs and symptoms per race which I think is very important to be taught since different races are more susceptible to certain illnesses and diseases. I think knowledge is important and is a power tool. A lot of poor people do not come to the hospital until it is super bad because...

  I think a major effect of income inequality is education and job opportunities. It is hard to get a job that is not minimum wage if you do not finish high school. Going to college and trade schools are great because knowledge is power, but it costs money. Most of the time wealth is passed from generation to generation after one's death which helps provide a money cushion. Most families use that cushion for their children whether that's for new clothes, food, sports equipment, or college. If a family does not have a money cushion to help out it can be hard. Not having the money to provide opportunities is a challenge and often being poor creates stigmas and stereotypes. No one knows why you are poor, but that doesn't stop people from gossiping or coming to their own conclusions as to what happened. This could affect one's ability to obtain a job, especially if one can't afford to buy a presentable outfit for the interview. Another issue is where do you prioritize t...