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- environmental problems In recent years, there has been a significant increase in the number of environmental problems, such as pollution, waste and so on. Some people believe that one international organization should take responsibility for tackling these issues rather than local authorities. Personally, I hardly agree with this statement. It is true that one international organization can play an important role in fighting against environmental deterioration. For example, various organizations, including the UN and OECD, have taken actions to promote international cooperation and alleviate the negative effect that human activities have had on the environment. However, Environmental problems are too complicated to be solved merely by one international organization. Firstly, governments need to establish and enforce laws which companies or individuals who damage the environment will be fined. Rules and regulations should also be made to encourage people to use much more clean energy instead of fossil fuel. Secondly, factories and companies should make an effort to provide goods and services environmentally-friendly rather than just pursuing the profits. Finally, individuals tend to lead a greener life by reducing the consumption of natural resources. It is a wide variety of small things that make great changes. Taking buses or walking is preferable when we travel and electronic equipments are not thrown away just because they are outdated. In conclusion, although international organizations are necessary in protecting environment, it is the responsibility of every member of the world. International organizations, governments, companies as well as individuals, therefore, should work together to protect and enhance the environment, leaving our children and grandchildren a better home.June 22, 201300
- foreign films In recent years, there has been a significant increase in the proportion of people who prefer watching foreign films. Personally, I believe that globalization and personal preference are mainly responsible for this trend. Governments, as well as individuals, should take measures to combat this situation. On one hand, globalization boosts the interaction and communication among countries in all aspects of culture. For example, in the past decades, China has had great access to all sorts of films as a result of opening a door to the world. The films from America and Europe has gained immense popularity among Chinese people, in particular youngsters, since these films are catchy and tend to cater for the audiences. On the other hand, local films' unpopularity is linked in part to their predictable plots and outdated representation of traditions, which discourages individuals to have an urge to watch. To some extent, domestic films express the culture, tradition and history of a country. Some traditional films connect us to the past and form a part of cultural identity. It would be a pity if foreign films became so predominant that local films disappeared. Governments should protect and preserve them, with investing much more in film industry, encouraging innovation and limiting imported films. Meanwhile, individuals are able to make an effort to contribute our bit to promoting the development of local films. In conclusion, although foreign films bring us numerous benefits, local films have their distinctive features. They should be highly valued and effectively protected in order to remain the diversity of culture.June 19, 201310
- tv programs In recent years, there has been an increase in the number of violent crimes in the world, especially in the developing countries. The worrying trend is linked in part to large amounts of violence in films and on television. In order to combat this situation, I personally believe that various measures should be taken rather than simply controlling it through governments’ hands. It is true that governments play an important role in media management. Governments can impose laws and regulations on movies and television programs, making film sectors or television stations reduce all sorts of violent and offensive images such as bloodshed, robbery and rape. For example, films and television programs need to be censored by the official before they are publicly displayed. However, it is far from being enough to just depend on the government. Firstly, there are hidden motives to commit a crime. The most important thing, therefore, is to find out the reason why criminals tend to offend, and then take well-targeted steps. Secondly, it takes plenty of time and money to regulate these media, especially during a time of recession, which poses an extra burden on the society. Finally, individuals should minimize the exposure to a wide variety of violent images. There are numerous meaningful and valuable films and programs we can choose to watch, which would significantly enhance our emotional well-being and enrich our cultural lives. In conclusion, although governments play their part in lowering the crime rates, individuals tend to shoulder greater responsibility when facing widespread violence in the media and preventing themselves from becoming offenders.June 17, 201300
- celebration parties In recent years, there has been an increase in the amount of money spent on all sorts of celebrations such as wedding and birthday parties. Some people think it is essential, individually and collectively, while others think it is not worthwhile. On one hand, celebrating a wide variety of events brings us happiness and makes our life memorable. First of all, birthday and wedding are important events of personal life. For example, I still feel excited and happy when I recall the scene of my wedding, which witnessed the love between my wife and me. In addition, a country also needs some common things which all citizens can have together. To some extent, the celebrations, such as traditional festival, national day, are the symbols of our culture, custom, tradition. On the other hand, spending large amounts of money on celebrations is not a good option. Firstly, spending less money doesn’t mean that a satisfying and meaningful celebration cannot be accomplished. Some little things, such as playing with kids, eating a family dinner, totally make a birthday party enjoyable and unique. Secondly, high expenditure encourages the consumer culture, making individuals pay much more attention to forms rather than functions. Finally, limited resources do not allow us to do whatever we want, money, therefore, needs to be allocated properly. In conclusion, although birthday and wedding mean a lot to us, it is not worthwhile that large amounts of money are spent on parties because money should be spent on other valuable things such as education and medicine.June 13, 201300
financial aid
Although much progress has been made in the lifting the poor out of poverty, the number of the poor still remains large. There are various ways to help poor countries, such as financial aid, military aid and human expertise. Personally, I believe that financial aid is the most effective way to help them.
Admittedly, financial aid cannot eradicate the poverty alone and needs work with other types of aids together to alleviate the poverty. For example, the untied union sent arm forces to some African countries, helping them end the civil war and stay peaceful. Furthermore, a large variety of experts, such as consultants, engineers and scientists, are sent to these countries, helping them develop the economy and promote people’s living standard.
However, admitting that financial aid is not the only way to solve the poverty does not mean that it cannot be used to help the poor countries. Instead, it plays a central role in lifting the poor out of poverty. First, with the financial aids, the poor countries can build factories and public transportations, therefore, have the ability to create wealth by themselves rather than simply living on the aids. Secondly, the effect of financial aid is weakened as the money is often not used in the right way like corruption. Finally, financial aid is easier to provided than other aids involved in large amounts of transfer of persons and objects.
In conclusion, although financial aid is not perfect, it is more of importance in helping the poor countries, compared with other types of aid. Developed countries should not only give aid, but also make sure it gets used properly.0 votedJune 7, 20131- financial aid Although much progress has been made in the lifting the poor out of poverty, the number of the poor still remains large. There are various ways to help poor countries, such as financial aid, military aid and human expertise. Personally, I believe that financial aid is the most effective way to help them. Admittedly, financial aid cannot eradicate the poverty alone and needs work with other types of aids together to alleviate the poverty. For example, the untied union sent arm forces to some African countries, helping them end the civil war and stay peaceful. Furthermore, a large variety of experts, such as consultants, engineers and scientists, are sent to these countries, helping them develop the economy and promote people’s living standard. However, admitting that financial aid is not the only way to solve the poverty does not mean that it cannot be used to help the poor countries. Instead, it plays a central role in lifting the poor out of poverty. With the financial aids, the poor countries can build factories and public transportations, therefore, have the ability to create wealth by themselves rather than simply living on the aids. In addition, the effect of financial aid is weakened as the money is often not used in the right way like corruption. In conclusion, although financial aid is not perfect, it is more of importance in helping the poor countries, compared with other types of aid. Developed countries should not only give aid, but also make sure it gets used properly.June 7, 201320
- public servant In recent years, there has been an increase in the number of youngsters who work as public servant in government. It is true that public servant is popular and suitable for some young people. I believe that the youth should choose jobs in terms of their qualifications and preferences, rather than simply pursuing the popular jobs. On the one hand, some people’s pursuit for public servant is due to the belief that working in government means stable, decent as well as powerful. For example, in china, young adults who serve as public servant have more opportunities to carve out a successful career than their counterparts, making the position engaging and desirable. Furthermore, once a person becomes a leader, he or she will embrace almost everything including money, power and social status. On the other hand, it is not suitable for every young people for various reasons. Firstly, working in government does not mean success and happiness. Instead, many public servants have been struggling for their dreams to be a leader as a result of fierce competition, therefore, unsatisfied with their life. Secondly, more and more young people holding the position in government will have a negative impact on the society because they prefer to climbing the ladder quickly rather than serving for people better. Finally, there are a large variety of satisfying jobs, such as teacher, doctor, scientist, which offers the young opportunities to succeed. In conclusion, although public servant is a decent job for the young, it is not the only career path to fulfillment. Everyone has a chance to succeed through hard working, regardless of profession.June 7, 201361
paying tax
In recent years, there has been an increase in the number of the tax paid to the state. While earning salaries is increasingly challenging, especially during the recession time, I believe it is necessary to spend part of our salaries on the tax and make a contribution to the country.
It is understandable that some people argue that tax should be cancelled so that they can possess all the money they earn. On the one hand, they work so hard that they are reluctant to pay the tax which tends to be a burden for the majority of families. On the other hand, some citizens are completely dependent on the state benefits, which discourage them to make more of a effort to work and live a good life.
However, everyone is social as well as individual. Firstly, paying tax is a kind of helping others. If you don’t help others, then there is no one who will help you when you are in trouble. Secondly, paying tax does help yourselves as well as others. For example, taxes are used to develop all sorts of public services, such as education, transportation and hospitals, which are beneficial to everyone in the state. Finally, paying tax is an effective way to bridge the gap between rich and poor, making society more harmonized.
In conclusion, it is true that money means a lot to everyone, but individuals should take responsibility for the development of the community, lifting the poor out of poverty and making everyone lead a good quality life, and some measures should be taken by governments to lessen the tax burden on citizens.0 votedJune 4, 20130- paying tax In recent years, there has been an increase in the number of the tax paid to the state. While earning salaries is increasingly challenging, especially during the recession time, I believe it is necessary to spend part of our salaries on the tax and make a contribution to the country. It is understandable that some people argue that tax should be cancelled so that they can possess all the money they earn. On the one hand, they work so hard that they are reluctant to pay the tax which tends to be a burden for the majority of families. On the other hand, some citizens are completely dependent on the state benefits, which discourage them to make more of a effort to work and live a good life. However, everyone is social as well as individual. Firstly, paying tax is a kind of helping others. If you don’t help others, then there is no one who will help you when you are in trouble. Secondly, paying tax does help yourselves as well as others. For example, taxes are used to develop all sorts of public services, such as education, transportation and hospitals, which are beneficial to everyone in the state. Finally, paying tax is an effective way to bridge the gap between rich and poor, making society more harmonized. In conclusion, it is true that money means a lot to everyone, but individuals should take responsibility for the development of the community, lifting the poor out of poverty and making everyone lead a good quality life.June 3, 201360
