Pinterest, Anne Shirley, Romance, and Identity

 

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On any typical weeknight, I often find myself browsing the great abyss that is Pinterest, dreaming and becoming inspired for my future endeavors. One of the things that I’ve noticed—and admittedly have considered—is the trend of a wedding themed after your favorite childhood book or movie.

When Athletes Speak Out, Does It Make a Sound?

Mathieu playing for the Arizona Cardinals. (credit: wikipedia.com)

Even if America is a free country, there is a legitimate question in our society concerning who has the platform to speak out. What societal players even have the effectiveness to create change in our sometimes rigid systems? On top of that, how far can those with celebrity status legitimately speak on behalf of the experience of the common person?