“Prosecutors and Politics,” by Kenneth Jost, June 22, 2007
Has the Justice Department become too politicized?
The Bush administration’s firing of nine U.S. attorneys has left Attorney General Alberto Gonzales clinging to his job while accusations of undue partisanship at the Justice Department intensify.
Has the Justice Department been too partisan under President Bush?
Should U.S. attorneys set policies independently?
Should selection or removal procedures for U.S. attorneys be changed?
To read this article and others visit our Articles and Databases webpage http://www.swccd.edu/~library/articles.htm and click on CQ Researcher.Select the Access Off Campus link for information on how to access this resource from off campus locations.
Monday, June 25, 2007
Thursday, June 21, 2007
Sunday, June 17, 2007
This week in CQ Researcher
“Debating Hip-Hop,” by Peter Katel, June 15, 2007
Does gangsta rap harm black Americans?
African-American leaders, including Bill Cosby, Oprah Winfrey and the Rev. Al Sharpton , claim the genre's glorification of thug culture – often for the entertainment of white youths – drags down the black community.
Is hip-hop harmful to black America?
Is hip-hop a genuine artistic/social movement transcending rap and break-dancing?
Is hip-hop becoming a political force?
To read this article and others visit our Articles and Databases webpage http://www.swccd.edu/~library/articles.htm and click on CQ Researcher.Select the Access Off Campus link for information on how to access this resource from off campus locations.
Does gangsta rap harm black Americans?
African-American leaders, including Bill Cosby, Oprah Winfrey and the Rev. Al Sharpton , claim the genre's glorification of thug culture – often for the entertainment of white youths – drags down the black community.
Is hip-hop harmful to black America?
Is hip-hop a genuine artistic/social movement transcending rap and break-dancing?
Is hip-hop becoming a political force?
To read this article and others visit our Articles and Databases webpage http://www.swccd.edu/~library/articles.htm and click on CQ Researcher.Select the Access Off Campus link for information on how to access this resource from off campus locations.
Sunday, June 10, 2007
This week in CQ Researcher
“ Democrats in Congress ,” by Alan Greenblatt, June 8, 2007
Have they made a difference since their takeover?
The Democrats are questioning the Bush administration on a number of controversial issues.
As they finish their first six months in the majority, the question is whether Democrats will have very much to show for their newfound power.
Has Congress become more open and honest?
Has congressional oversight improved significantly?
Should Congress influence military strategy?
To read this article and others visit our Articles and Databases webpage http://www.swccd.edu/~library/articles.htm and click on CQ Researcher.Select the Access Off Campus link for information on how to access this resource from off campus locations.
Have they made a difference since their takeover?
The Democrats are questioning the Bush administration on a number of controversial issues.
As they finish their first six months in the majority, the question is whether Democrats will have very much to show for their newfound power.
Has Congress become more open and honest?
Has congressional oversight improved significantly?
Should Congress influence military strategy?
To read this article and others visit our Articles and Databases webpage http://www.swccd.edu/~library/articles.htm and click on CQ Researcher.Select the Access Off Campus link for information on how to access this resource from off campus locations.
Wednesday, June 06, 2007
New Book of the Month
Edith Wharton remains one of America's greatest novelists. Wharton wrote in a style that was, paradoxically, as unique as it was universal. Because of this, her works are as engaging and entertaining today as they were when they were originally published. Notably, and perhaps as a testament to her skill and the universality of her themes, several of her well-known novels have been made into major motion pictures, including Age of Innocence (1993), House of Mirth (2000), and Ethan Frome (1993).
The New Book of the Month at SWC Library is the latest biography of Wharton, written by Hermione Lee (Edith Wharton, Knopf, 2007). Although many biographies have sought to describe Wharton's life and writing, "Nobody has done Edith Wharton such careful justice as Lee, who has brilliantly illuminated so many of the rooms in Wharton’s vast interior house." (Claire Messud, New York Times Book Review, 4/29/07). "Lee succeeds in eclipsing R.W.B. Lewis's excellent eponymous Wharton biography of 1975. Her conscientious research and attunement to her subject render a three-dimensional portrait of this complex woman." (Alison M. Lewis, Library Journal, 5/1/07). Regarding Wharton's works, "Lee cracks the elaborate code of details in Wharton's fiction." (Cathleen McGuigan, Newsweek, 5/7/07).
Edith Wharton by Hermione Lee (call number PS3545.H16 Z695 2007) is available in the new book area until June 16, when it moves to the regular book stacks.
The New Book of the Month at SWC Library is the latest biography of Wharton, written by Hermione Lee (Edith Wharton, Knopf, 2007). Although many biographies have sought to describe Wharton's life and writing, "Nobody has done Edith Wharton such careful justice as Lee, who has brilliantly illuminated so many of the rooms in Wharton’s vast interior house." (Claire Messud, New York Times Book Review, 4/29/07). "Lee succeeds in eclipsing R.W.B. Lewis's excellent eponymous Wharton biography of 1975. Her conscientious research and attunement to her subject render a three-dimensional portrait of this complex woman." (Alison M. Lewis, Library Journal, 5/1/07). Regarding Wharton's works, "Lee cracks the elaborate code of details in Wharton's fiction." (Cathleen McGuigan, Newsweek, 5/7/07).
Edith Wharton by Hermione Lee (call number PS3545.H16 Z695 2007) is available in the new book area until June 16, when it moves to the regular book stacks.
Tuesday, June 05, 2007
New Books!
Gambling, gun control, and Oprah.
Read about these topics and many others in the latest batch of New Books, available in the new book area until 6/16/07.
Read about these topics and many others in the latest batch of New Books, available in the new book area until 6/16/07.
Monday, June 04, 2007
Summer hours
The Library will be open June 4-August 9:
Monday through Thursday 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Closed Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays
The Library at the Higher Education Center in National City will be open June 4-Aug 2:
Monday and Thursday 9 a.m. to 12 noon
Tuesday and Wednesday 5-8 p.m.
Closed Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays
Monday through Thursday 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Closed Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays
The Library at the Higher Education Center in National City will be open June 4-Aug 2:
Monday and Thursday 9 a.m. to 12 noon
Tuesday and Wednesday 5-8 p.m.
Closed Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays
June e-book of the Month
Our June eBook of the month is Tracking Down Your Ancestors : Discover the Story Behind Your Ancestors and Bring Your Family History to Life by Dr. Harry Alder.
Researching genealogical history can be an absorbing hobby, or a fun project that the whole family can enjoy. June’s eBook of the Month is packed with ideas about the different aspects of genealogy and the many free or low cost resources available to help aspiring family historians in their quest.
Tracking Down Your Ancestors will be provided with free, unlimited access during the month of June visit http://www.netlibrary.com .
If you have already established a NetLibrary account through Southwestern College Library, visit http://www.netlibrary.com/ and log in to read any of our 15,000 e-book titles. If you do not have a NetLibrary account, you can create your own account from any computer on the Southwestern College campuses. Visit http://www.netlibrary.com/CreateAccount.aspx .
For more information about NetLibrary or other services available through Southwestern College Library, please contact our Reference Desk at 619-421-6700 x5381, TTY 619-482-6490, by email library@swccd.edu or visit our Netlibrary webpage http://www.swccd.edu/~library/Lvl3/index.asp?L3=10.
Sunday, June 03, 2007
This week in CQ Researcher
“Shock Jocks,” by Marcia Clemmitt, June 1, 2007
Should racist and misogynistic speech be regulated?
The Don Imus firing was hailed by some as a long-needed response to an increasingly uncivil culture in which shock jocks, comedians, rappers and other media figures traffic in name-calling, racism and misogyny. However, other analysts say silencing Imus was unfair and could begin a purge of outspoken conservative radio hosts, including political commentators like Rush Limbaugh.
Have ethnic jokes and insults become too pervasive in society?
Should the government do more to restrain hate speech?
Should Don Imus have been fired?
To read this article and others visit our Articles and Databases webpage http://www.swccd.edu/~library/articles.htm and click on CQ Researcher.Select the Access Off Campus link for information on how to access this resource from off campus locations.
Should racist and misogynistic speech be regulated?
The Don Imus firing was hailed by some as a long-needed response to an increasingly uncivil culture in which shock jocks, comedians, rappers and other media figures traffic in name-calling, racism and misogyny. However, other analysts say silencing Imus was unfair and could begin a purge of outspoken conservative radio hosts, including political commentators like Rush Limbaugh.
Have ethnic jokes and insults become too pervasive in society?
Should the government do more to restrain hate speech?
Should Don Imus have been fired?
To read this article and others visit our Articles and Databases webpage http://www.swccd.edu/~library/articles.htm and click on CQ Researcher.Select the Access Off Campus link for information on how to access this resource from off campus locations.
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