My grandson Benjamin visited us in West Palm Beach this weekend. When asked about his sudden urge to visit his grandfather and I, he answered simply with the “Great Schlep”. Puzzled, I questioned Benjamin what this nonsense he was talking of. I know that in Yiddish, “Schlep” means pull. However, I could not make any connection as to why he would travel 1,000 miles from New York City to discuss Yiddish. As Friday approached, my nerves were uncontrollable. I was worried that Ben was in trouble and needed our help. My husband, Norman, was convinced that Benjamin needed money to take care of a legal problem. I had no idea what I was in for.
As soon as my grandson arrived at Golda Rose, our Jewish community, he began to speak of this Sarah Silverman character. I’ve never heard of Sarah but Benjamin seemed to think very highly of her. Apparently, she is a very popular Jewish comedian. According to Ben, this woman has started a movement called the “Great Schlep”. This political plea urges young Jews to travel to Florida to convince their grandparents to vote for Barack Obama. Norman and I have always been Democrats, so Benjamin doesn’t need to convince us there. However, with the election upon us, I was uncertain if I would vote for Mr. Obama. Well, Benjamin presented an impressive argument that has changed our minds!
Ben revealed all the things that young African Americans have in common with Florida grandparents; a connection I never thought existed! Did you know that we both love tracksuits and Cadillac’s? Benjamin said that Barack Obama wants to protect social security AND Israel! If that doesn’t get our vote, I don’t know what will!
It’s clear that Benjamin and the “Great Schlep” just want what’s best for Bubby. I’m going to tell all my friends at the senior center to vote for Barack Obama. I’ll even bribe them with falafel if I need to.
10.21.2008
10.14.2008
lostremote.com
http://www.lostremote.com/2008/10/13/snl-bits-now-more-popular-off-tv-than-on/
This article is interesting because it discusses how SNL episodes are more popular on the web than on tv. With the recent Tina Fey/Sarah Palin skit, I think that the show has had a boost in viewers. These viewers are likely to re-watch the segments online. In relation to this class, it seems like even the most popular television programs are becoming more internet based. Tv shows like Grey's Anatomy and Lost have entire seasons available online. Through this, the networks websites get more hits, thus increasing their advertisements and other programs. This trend is definitely dominating the internet world and will continue as long as television networks provide such services.
This article is interesting because it discusses how SNL episodes are more popular on the web than on tv. With the recent Tina Fey/Sarah Palin skit, I think that the show has had a boost in viewers. These viewers are likely to re-watch the segments online. In relation to this class, it seems like even the most popular television programs are becoming more internet based. Tv shows like Grey's Anatomy and Lost have entire seasons available online. Through this, the networks websites get more hits, thus increasing their advertisements and other programs. This trend is definitely dominating the internet world and will continue as long as television networks provide such services.
10.01.2008
The New York Sun
http://www.lostremote.com/2008/09/30/the-sun-wont-come-out-tomorrow/
The New York Sun was forced to print its last issue today, after losing more than a million dollars per month this year. This event relates to our class because it demonstrates the failing newspaper industry. It is possible that readers are turning to web-based news sources rather than physical newspapers, thus damaging the print industry. I support internet newspapers because they can be easily updated. They are also environment friendly and more accessible. Its a shame that the web is pushing the print industry out of business. However, I think that this shift in dominance is inevitable. Eventually, everything will be on the internet. I truly believe libraries will also experience the effects of this trend. I am eager to see how this pattern continues and changes the journalism world.
The New York Sun was forced to print its last issue today, after losing more than a million dollars per month this year. This event relates to our class because it demonstrates the failing newspaper industry. It is possible that readers are turning to web-based news sources rather than physical newspapers, thus damaging the print industry. I support internet newspapers because they can be easily updated. They are also environment friendly and more accessible. Its a shame that the web is pushing the print industry out of business. However, I think that this shift in dominance is inevitable. Eventually, everything will be on the internet. I truly believe libraries will also experience the effects of this trend. I am eager to see how this pattern continues and changes the journalism world.
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