GLOBALIZATION!

Throughout history humans have been controlled by one thing... resources. And the quest to achieve control of resources to satisfy the wants and needs of humans. as technology has improved, humans have been able to obtain more and more resources through interactions with other countries.

Globalization is a now universally accepted system of economic development. Though there are downsides. the most prominent is the idea of getting cheaper resources elsewhere. China seems to be the best place to get these cheap resources, trafficking in over $300 in revenue each month. And while this is something every country has always strived for, we were never expecting the negative effects of it.

With going to other countries in the hopes of being more wealthy, we tend to leave behind what we don't really need (I.E our old workers back in the home country) and it just gets worse as without jobs they cant afford the products their being sold out for anyway, creating a terrible snowball effect. The unemployment rate right now is at 9%. Partly caused by globalization.

This is prominently viewed as creating an impoverish nation, which isn't befitting anyone. its not that its a bad system, its just not a plausible thing to act on yet. Unfortunately this is actually a form of evolution though it has more negative influences then good, thus it is inevitable. though I do wish all the companies would put there heads together and come up with some solutions though.

DARREN'S ZANEY ADVENTURES: GLOBALIZING WITH THE BOSS!

Globalization Is A Foe.

Globalization may have some pros but it is still wrong because it's destroying our environment and turning the world into a pile of dust. Globalization is hard on the environment by destroying landscapes, causing pollution, and endangering wild species.

Globalization helps countries develop industries and promote economic growth. On the surface economic growth seems like a good thing because it creates new jobs and factories helping satisfy people's wants and needs. however this production of factories around the world involves a lot of energy. In order to create all this energy tons of fossil fuels must be burned and this is very harmful to the environment by producing tons of pollution as a result.

Globalization has enabled companies to become multi-natural corporations. these are companies that have businesses and factories all over the world.Some environmentalists fear that globalization  multinational corporations create factories in because that's where they pollute all they want since there are no environmental laws.

Another concern of globalization is the connection between it and climate change Factories burning fossil fuels not only causes pollution but also causes the earth's climate to become much warmer. Thanks to this an irreversible melting of the Greenland ice sheet and antarctic glaciers could be triggered.

Even though globalization is very harmful to the earth's environment it isn't going anywhere since it's a very important part of our society. we can't get rid of globalization but we can still try to change it in ways that the environment will be saved from all the pollution and warm weather.

Globalization: Hurting Our Environment

Globalize Responsibly

Globalization is the act of bringing different countries cultures and societies closer together. In our world today globalization is a vital part of our lives.  It allows us to travel halfway across the globe when we please, or send a message instantly to someone thousands of miles away. Our countries economy relies on the fact we can make products in surplus for a fraction of the cost in another country. And other countries rely on the fact big corporations make factories and create jobs almost anyone can do. Since globalization is a big part of so many people’s lives, it is important that we allow it to keep striving and advancing. But besides that we also need to regulate companies actions to make sure everyone is being treated fairly and ethically.

In America we have certain regulations set so while in the work place you can be treated fairly and still maintain your rights as a citizen. An example of this is labor laws an dim minimum wage. For example in Massachusetts people under 16 can only work up to 20 hours a week during the school year and only on the weekends. As you age these regulations become less strict until you can work fulltime. Also minimum wage is an amount of money decided by the state government, which is the least amount of money you can earn working. The current minimum wage in Massachusetts is $8.50. There is also a standards in the conditions you work, so the envionment is as safe and hopefully clean.  But in poorer countries they may not have these regulations or they may not be followed as strictly.  Factories or sweat shops could be over populated and not maintained, employees maybe forced to work very long hours without breaks or maybe they just earn pennies a day. These are the sort of things we need to stop. 

The Craux Roundtable is a organization of business executives whose main goal is to promote ethical treatment in all work places.  They have come up with a list of guidelines and principles called “ The principles for Responsible Globalization.” The principles talk about the importance of avoiding illicit activities, respecting the rules, protecting the envionment and making sure any government officials are only working for the people opposed for them selves. Obviously it is not as easy as just making people follow all the guidelines they have set. But on the other hand, they provide and excellent frame work for how a business should run itself. If more business’s could act this way, globalization can benefit all I involved. 

The Benefits of Communication!

The Benefits of Globalization

                        The benefits of globalization far outweigh the costs it may have as it leads to a reduction in poverty, increased global cooperation in combating environmental issues and an enrichment of local cultures. A reduction in poverty comes from globalization as globalization leads to trade with countries with high poverty rates which allows those countries to export goods and resources they may have so that they are able to make money and increase their standard of living. Increased global cooperation in combating environmental issues is another positive result of globalization as globalization makes it possible for countries to come together to discuss and initiate protocols to protect the environment. Enrichment of local cultures around the world is another benefit of globalization as globalization can lead to cultural diffusion which can better the lives of people living in other cultures by passing on universal ideals such as human rights and different freedoms. In conclusion, the benefits of globalization in the areas of economic development, the environment and culture make globalization a positive influence in the world today.

            Globalization is an active, positive force in the reduction of global poverty by creating trade with least developed countries. By increasing trade with countries where poverty is widespread those countries are able to export any goods and raw materials they may have which helps them to make money and therefore increase their standard of living above the level of poverty. Once these poor countries become more globalized their average income per year will surpass that of other poor countries that are less globalized. On average, poor, more globalized countries have an average per year income increase of around 5% while poor, less globalized countries have an average per year income decrease of around 1% (Thong, 1). This fact is huge for countries trying to rise above poverty. These statistics prove globalization to be a very positive force globally in the area of economic development.

            Another positive result of globalization is an increase in global cooperation in combating environmental issues. An increase in global cooperation when it comes to environmental issues results from globalization  as countries from around the world are able to come together to discuss and initiate protocols that are in the best interests of the environment. An example of countries coming together to solve an environmental problem is the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer. The protocol, which was signed in 1987, was brought about after scientists discovered that man-made chemicals were destroying the Earth’s ozone layer. Since the protocol went into effect the production of the harmful chemicals has ended. As is visible, globalization has a positive impact on combating environmental issues.

            A third way that globalization is benefiting the world is that it is enriching local cultures. Globalization leads to an enrichment of local cultures via cultural diffusion. This cultural diffusion is beneficial as it can lead to a spread of universal ideals such as human rights and different freedoms. This is helpful as without globalization some countries might not have some of the freedoms that other countries take for granted such as freedom of speech and freedom of religion. Another way that globalization benefits local cultures is by providing them with up-to-date technology. This is beneficial as having modern technology can improve the health and well-being of a culture by providing access to proper medical care. All and all, globalization is a very positive influence on local cultures around the globe.

            In conclusion, globalization is a very positive force at play in the world today in the areas of economic development, the environment and culture. Globalization is very positive when it comes to economic development as it allows different countries that are below the poverty level to generate income and rise above poverty. When it comes to the environment globalization is extremely beneficial as it allows countries from around the world to come together to discuss and create protocols to solve problems in the environment. In the area of culture globalization is also a positive force as it allows for the transfer of universal ideals via cultural diffusion. All and all, the pros associated with globalization far out weigh the cons in the areas of economic development, the environment and culture.

Thong, Melanie. "The Benefits of Globalization." Web. 16 Feb. 2012.

            <http://www.radford.edu/~mthong/benefits_of_globalization.htm>.

Globalization Man! A comic

Everyones favorite globalization hero, With the breath taking lyrics of his chart topping and hit single "Globalization blues"... RAY KORONA.

Globalization Blues

You can't hide in your bed;
You can't hide in your head.
They'll run over you; you'll be worse off than dead.
I'm talkin' globalization, globalization.
Drug dealing, money stealing globalization blues.

They say forget your suspicions;
Work in sweatshop conditions.
Sew some more sneakers and guard these munitions.
It's globalization, globalization.
People bashing, job smashing globalization blues.

They say your country's in debt
And you've got to pay.
If you want to eat then do what we say.
That's globalization, globalization.
Slave made, world trade globalization blues.

Since you can't get away
Better fight them today.
From Seattle to Prague, Manila Bay to LA,
It's globalization, globalization.
On the street, we're gonna beat the globalization blues.

Wow, how inspirational. Ray korona posseses both the voice of Barry White and the ability to deliver a powerful message. Unfortunately though, I disagree with Ray Korona's thoughts on globalization. It's pretty obvious that his lyrics are against globalization because it has put many americans out of jobs and given people in poorer countries the chances to work low end jobs for small amounts of $$$. But acoording to statistics the overall poverty levels worldwide have been significantly improved thanks to globalization providing so many new opportunities for employment around the world.

Sharing the wealth on a global scale. ;]