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THE CULTURE OF FEAR

Fear plays a key role in 21st century consciousness. Last century was frequently described as an "Age of Anxiety" but in recent decades, it has become more and better defined as the "culture of fear". Apart from being associated with catastrophic threats such as terrorist attacks, global warming, AIDS or a potential flu pandemic, there are also quiet fears of everyday life.
In addition, since fear has become a powerful force that dominates the public imagination, the amplification of fear through the media has become a paramount tool.
According to some experts, American society is a clear example of this tendency. The questions 'why do Americans have the constitutional right to own a gun? and, what's more, why are they using their guns to kill fellow citizens?" haven't got a simple answer. Obviously, this is a complex issue to deal with in a few words but in this post you'll find some direct links to articles related to it and the video 'A short history of the United States of America' (from the documentary 'Bowling for Columbine') by Michael Moore.
Living in a culture of fear (A Bowling for Columbine review)
Capitalism: a love a story (by Michael Moore)
A brief history of the United States of America (according to M. Moore):

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  1. Anonymous29 January 2010 at 16:47

    I´ve just seen the video. It says big truths with lots of humor. I have understood enought to smile and catch the point.

    I just want to inform you that the link of "Everyday English in Conversation" doesn´t works.

    I´ve found this one. Is Spanish English Teacher´s Blog, like you, and I think it could be useful, maybe not for your advanced students, but yes for intermediates like me.
    That´s all!

    Have a nice weekend!

    Mónica González

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  2. Anonymous29 January 2010 at 16:50

    And this is the link I´ve told you:
    http://menuaingles.blogspot.com/

    Mónica

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  3. Laura S.31 January 2010 at 13:13

    Hi, Monica. Thanks a lot for your help. I have sorted out the problem and now the link 'Everyday English conversation' works. Besides, I have added a new link called 'Intermediate level' with the blog you suggested in your comment. Nice work, keep it up!

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