Matthew Cohen, MSW Archive
Data mining is inevitable result of the modern Internet boom. Everything a person does, says, emails, and posts finds its way in the public domain with little legislation existing or being enforced to protect the privacy of citizens. This includes …
The disparities between educational attainment in poor vs. wealthy communities is well documented, however, not often discussed is one simple reason why. I first encountered the concept of “word deficit” during one of my MSW courses. The basic premise is …
It is easy to become complacent about technology in our lives, especially the Internet. I hardly know a person who doesn’t own a phone, laptop and maybe even a desktop computer. As social workers it can be easy to forget …
During yesterday’s debate I commented on a Romney line to my wonderful Wife. I said “Why is he calling Tesla a losing venture”. Tesla, for those who don’t know, is in the process of creating a luxury electric car in …
I scanned through Google News this morning to get a feel for the reaction to last night’s debate. I was astonished that the consensus was so positive for Mr. Romney. Personally I felt like this debate was a draw. This …
The idea that creating jobs, as if jobs was some abstract concept, without referencing the need to create industry is a major flaw in both Romney’s and the president’s thinking. Small business grows when sales grow, not because costs are …
The SJS would like to thank all of the people who have become a welcome part of our daily lives. We hope you enjoy the new layout and find it a worthwhile place to check in and share your thoughts. …
Just yesterday I can remember working in a book store in the Crossgates mall in Albany, New York. I was working on my undergraduate degree in anything but a straight line. I have never done much of anything in a …
Transcript for tonight’s twitter debate on #swunited, sponsered by socialworkhelper.com and socialjusticesolutions Looking at Sex Trafficking and sex workers and how we can become more informed. justice.gc.ca/eng/pi/rs/rep… stats from here in Canada Cathy Finley an hour ago Welcome Everyone to the #SWUnited…Tonight …
Summarizing articles for SJS has made me more aware of the greater attention paid to negative thoughts and news in the media, yet this article was a refreshing change. Bishops Marc Andrus , Mark. W Holmerud and Rabbi Sharon Brous …
