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Justin Holmes wrote a new post, #7 How I grew as a leader and a learner 3 years, 6 months ago
Self-Direction
Before starting What’s the Story, I had an idea for what I wanted to research, but I had little to no knowledge of said topic. Furthermore, I had no idea how to start collecting information a […]
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Justin Holmes wrote a new post, March Retreat – A Student's Perspective 3 years, 9 months ago
All across the United States, progress has been made to accept people’s differences and provide equal opportunities for all Americans. Unfortunately, this revolution does not cover our education system which is […]
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Justin Holmes wrote a new post, Dec. Retreat; Failing Forward 4 years, 1 month ago
This past weekend was one full of learning. Although I had to take my SAT’s Saturday morning and leave early that night, I still learned quite a bit about the equipment presented to us and how to use it. […]
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Justin Holmes wrote a new post, Week 1 Discussion: Supported or Deported 4 years, 2 months ago
Different Perspectives:
Immigrants
Understand what they are getting and are…
Happy
Upset
Unnerved
Isolated
duty-boundAnti immigration
People think they take their j […]
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Justin Holmes wrote a new post, Week 1 Research – Conflicts 4 years, 2 months ago
What are the different conflicts/perspectives at play in the story?
The Mexican FarmworkersUnfair pay
Long hours
Poor living conditions
IsolationEvery time they leave the farm, they run the […]
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Justin Holmes wrote a new post, Nov. Retreat – Large Strides Were Made 4 years, 2 months ago
This past weekend has been one of the most productive of my time with What’s The Story. We gave our pitches which enlightened me to the many different problems we encounter within Vermont. It also allowed me to […]
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Justin Holmes wrote a new post, #8 equitable treatment of Mexican farmworkers 4 years, 2 months ago
The change I would like to see is the acceptance and equitable treatment of Mexican farmworkers in our community.
I would like to target farm owners, lawmakers and members of the community because the […]
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Justin Holmes commented on the post, #5 Vermont's Invisible Workforce 4 years, 2 months ago
Brad,
Thank you for that compliment! I definitely find writing much easier when I’m able to focus on the subject and I really enjoy what I’m writing about. Of course, that’s probably true for just about […]
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Justin Holmes wrote a new post, #7 My Pitch for equality 4 years, 2 months ago
In Vermont, everything is dairy. You can’t go 10 miles without seeing one of those seemingly never-ending cornfields or the spotted cows that grace our pastures. Everything appears simple, and maybe it is…until […]
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Justin Holmes commented on the post, #5 Vermont's Invisible Workforce 4 years, 2 months ago
Elsa,
Thank you! I’m curious as to the answer of some of those questions as well. To begin with, I think that immigrants are essential to our population and the economy of our state. Without them, our state would […]
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Justin Holmes commented on the post, #6 Mind Map of My Understanding of Migrant Workers 4 years, 2 months ago
Hey Elsa,
I like your mind map! I tried the link but it said I was unable to view it, so I tried my best to read from your featured photo. I noticed that one of the conflicts you mentioned was their unfortunate […]
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Justin Holmes commented on the post, #6 Mind Map 4 years, 2 months ago
Clara,
This mind map is very well designed and clearly shows your deep understanding of the issue at hand! I noticed that you mentioned, “benefit to community.” I’m curious as to what you mean when you say […]
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Justin Holmes commented on the post, #5 The State of Affairs in This State 4 years, 3 months ago
Clara,
I’d just like to start off by pointing out how well you write. You always seem to capture me in your writing while discussing an important topic. As I was reading about the interpreters and their […]
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Justin Holmes commented on the post, #5: Understanding Migrant Workers' Situation 4 years, 3 months ago
Elsa,
I enjoyed talking to you at the summit of Mt. Philo and I look forward to collaborating more in the future. Also, I read that article, “Why Farmer Chris Wagner Hired Migrant Workers to Milk His Cows” and […]
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Justin Holmes wrote a new post, #6 Mapping problems migrants face in Vermont 4 years, 3 months ago
Here is a link to my mind map: Problems For Mexican Migrant Workers
This map is used to depict the many different issues migrants in Vermont face every day. As I continue my research, I will most likely choose […]
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Justin Holmes commented on the post, #4 Social Justice and Leadership 4 years, 3 months ago
Amy,
That’s a really interesting point. I just recently learned a new word, heropreneurship, which is essentially an entrepreneur who wants to change the world but has no deep understanding of the issue he is […]
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Justin Holmes wrote a new post, #5 Vermont's Invisible Workforce 4 years, 3 months ago
One of Vermont’s largest issues is its declining population. Last year while I was in Mexico I collaborated with a friend and made a short animation regarding this important issue. During the research process, we […]
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Justin Holmes commented on the post, #3 Migrant Justice 4 years, 3 months ago
Brad,
As you mention that you weren’t aware of the Mexican population here in Vermont until hearing about it rather than experiencing it first-hand, I can’t help but think that this needs to be the basis for […]
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Justin Holmes commented on the post, #3 Migrant Justice 4 years, 3 months ago
Hi Amy,
That’s a very interesting topic you bring up. I would definitely have to look more into the subject, but I do know that language can present itself as quite a challenge for migrant workers in Vermont. […]
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Justin Holmes commented on the post, #3 Migrant Justice 4 years, 3 months ago
Hi Elsa,
I very much enjoyed learning about yours and I also noticed the correlation between our two subjects. I definitely would like to learn more about people’s opinions on Mexicans and deepen my pool of […]
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