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Changemakers Throughout 250 Years of Democracy

This week in class, we presented on changemakers from different eras in American history. Each group focused on a different period, including the 1800s, 1900s, and 2000s. Before these presentations, I expected to hear about familiar historical figures, but I learned much more than I anticipated. Every changemaker approached social change differently, whether through activism, politics, education, journalism, or community service. One thing that stood out to me was that changemakers come from many different backgrounds. Some became famous during their lifetimes, while others were recognized years later. Their stories showed that creating change often requires courage, persistence, and a willingness to challenge unfair systems. Although their methods varied, they all shared a commitment to improving society. The 1800s The first group discussed changemakers from the 1800s, a period when many Americans were fighting for basic rights and freedoms. Harriet Tubman and Susan B. Anthony wer...
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Ashly Osorto blog 2

Changemakers Throughout 250 Years of Democracy This week in class, we presented on changemakers from 250 years of democracy. Each group had a different era: the 1800s, 1900s, and 2000s. I expected another predictable presentation about familiar historical figures, but it was more engaging than I anticipated. Each person’s story and way of creating change were unique. Some fought through activism, others through politics, art, or simply by standing up for themselves when the world told them to stay quiet. What stood out to me was that changemakers are not all alike. Some gained fame in their lifetime; others were recognized later. Some led major movements, while others sparked change with a single brave act that inspired others. Change rarely happens quickly. Sometimes it takes years, and the person fighting may never see the result. This highlights their dedication. The 1800s The first group covered changemakers from the 1800s, a period with struggles for basic rights we take for grant...
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Eric Perez Blog 2

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 Eric Perez Blog Post #2 The Founding Fathers are the men who put our government together and started our country’ government. Here are important facts about the men who helped shape our identity as a nation. There are seven main people known as the core Founding Fathers: George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, Alexander Hamilton, John Jay, and James Madison. Even though a ton of people helped build the U.S., these seven are usually the ones who get the credit. They all played huge roles in winning independence from Great Britain and setting up the U.S. government. That being said, there are plenty of other founding figures. While the main seven did a lot of the heavy lifting, dozens of others played smaller but super important roles—like George Mason, Patrick Henry, John Hancock, John Marshall, and Samuel Adams. Plus, 56 people signed the Declaration of Independence and 39 signed the Constitution. Women were a big part of it too, like Abigail Adams and ...
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Changemaker Presentation Reflection- Destinee Jonassaint

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  This week in class, we all did presentations on changemakers from three different time periods, the 1800s, the 1900s, and the 2000s. Each group was given a different era, and within each group every person picked a different individual who they felt truly made a mark on the world. It was actually really cool to see how many different people across so many different eras managed to change the course of history in their own way. I went in not really expecting much but I walked out actually feeling inspired. Group 1: 1800s The first group covered the 1800s, and the ones that stuck with me the most were the presentations on Susan B. Anthony and Harriet Tubman. What I found so powerful about both of them is that they were just regular people who decided enough was enough. Harriet Tubman could have stayed safe after she escaped slavery, but she kept going back to free others even knowing how dangerous it was. That takes a kind of courage most of us will never fully understand. Susan B....
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Jeremiah Munoz Blog #2

When I first found out that our group had to create a presentation about changemakers from the 1900s, I thought it would be a straightforward assignment where we would simply research someone and present facts about their life. However, as I worked on my section, I realized that the project was much more than memorizing dates and accomplishments. It became an opportunity to learn about a person whose determination and perseverance created lasting change for future generations. I chose to present on Wesley Augustus Williams, and by the end of this project, I gained a new appreciation for his contributions and for the importance of leadership, resilience, and representation. At the beginning of the project, I did not know much about Wesley Augustus Williams. I knew he was connected to the fire service, but I did not realize the obstacles he had to overcome. As I researched his life, I learned that he joined the New York City Fire Department in 1919 during a time when racial discrim...
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Giovani Heron BLOG POST#2

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         T wo hundred and fifty years of democracy feels just like yesterday. The trials and tribulations this country has endured feels like a drama filled soap opera. What Americans have endured, is quite astonishing. From celebration to turmoil, happiness to sadness, rage to understanding, spitefulness to equality we have lasted two hundred and fifty years. Can’t believe it to be quite honest. It wasn’t looking too promising in the beginning, but here we are. Throughout the years, many persons in this country have made a difference. Creating change that would have long term effects in our daily lives. Those people are what we call changemakers. Without changemakers, what would life be like? Would we evolve? I don’t know, but because these changemakers took risks and made sacrifices we have a structured way of life today. Although, work is never done and change is always hiring, I’m glad they did and I’m excited for the next two hundred and fifty years even t...
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Daniela Segui Group 2 SPC1017 3773 10:25AM

 These presentations helped me understand that making a difference does not always require doing something huge. Sometimes it starts with courage, kindness, or using you talents to help others and I really enjoyed learning about different topics. Some presentations focused on communication concepts that we learned in class, while others focused on important changemakers who made a difference in society. I thought the presentations were interesting because they were educational, but they also showed how one person can create change and inspire others. Each presentation taught me something new and gave me a different view on communication, leadership, courage, and helping others. What I found very helpful was the study guide that covered Chapters 6,7,8 and 11. These chapters focused on listening, interpersonal relationships, conflict management, and public speaking. Even though these topics may seem simple, I realized how important they are in everyday life. The chapter about listeni...
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