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Discussion Post
Part I
A. What five criteria should a researcher utilize to evaluate the usefulness of data sources? Provide a brief explanation of each of the identified criteria.
B. Identify the primary steps in creating a routine business message. Within each identified step, what should be accomplished to complete the step accurately?
Part II
A. What global forces are affecting the U.S. economy and politics? How do those global forces affect your own life? Provide an example of political and economic structures in the U.S. How does this example affect your life? Discuss.
B. Research the once popular television show, Gene Simmons Family Jewels. Did this show depict a typical American family? Why or why not? What is going on with the American family today? What historical events have played a role in shaping American family life? What do you see for the future of the U.S. family? How do religion and education impact the future of the U.S. family?
C. Target a multinational corporation/international company and the practice of "outsourcing" to third world countries. Some examples of MNCs (multinational corporations) would be Nike, General Motors, Ford, Microsoft, and Fender Music. Research its effects on local culture. Write a summary and analysis of 500-750 words and include the following:
a. How does global stratification impact local culture? What are the positive and negative effects?
b. How does global stratification impact the United States? What are the positive and negative effects?
c. Who is the biggest "winner" in this situation? Explain.