Tennis as a spectator sport

Tennis: Its Time for War! Arguably the most popular life-long sport, tennis, in its true context is not merely the friendly game that is perceived by its spectators. Spectators are oblivious to its heart-crunching reality. To uncover the truth beneath the surface, spectators must become players and participate. Only then will their dream world be pulled from their eyes and unmask the brutality, the evilness, and the hatred that is pumping in a tennis players mind. The game of tennis is no more than an all out war. Tennis is a duel, a battle of skill and determination between two cherished friends or, perhaps, competitive rivals. Once on the court, though, the mentality of the players transforms from mellow human beings to war machines from hell. Its a tournament to the death. The winner is he/she that has survived to proclaim his/her glory of victory. The winner receives that extraordinary boost of ego and pride that all humans yearn for. These two attributes mutate the winner into the ultimate warrior, the supreme tennis player. The battlefield is where it all happens ;the tennis court. Whether natural or synthetic, players adapt to the surroundings to gain the advantage for victory. The tennis racket, a tennis players almighty weapon, bestowed upon them by the great sports manufacturers to wreak havoc and eliminate the competition. Along with their medium of attack, the tennis ball, tennis warriors engage in a battle that will ultimately determine their fate, as well as their sponsorship. Yet, as spectators view such tennis matches, they fail to see the obvious truth that lies before them. They see the match as a contest, or exhibition, of power, skill, precision, and endurance. However, once in the mind of a tennis player, these true warlike feelings will

Changing electoral law

The Philippines runs under a democratic government where in a president heads the constitutional republic. The presidential system of this country is governed by a single individual with the exception of their ARMM or Autonomous Region of Muslim Mindanao, which runs a separate government from the national republic. The president of the Philippines operates as the head of the government, commander-in-chief and the head of the state. As proven in the country’s history, elections are manipulated by money and popularity. Philippine elections are the grounds wherein elite families vie for political control and dominance. The wealthiest families compete for national and provincial posts while those with lesser capital stay on municipal or local offices. “The political system of the country is a complex arena with the political parties having a minimal role while media and money have a huge influence” (Co, 2008). Violence during elections also exists and extreme general commitment to democracy is observed.
Filipinos have popular protests against their political system, which led to the forced out of their two presidents Ferdinand Marcos and Joseph Estrada. The two said presidents were indicted with electoral fraud and plunder respectively. Politics in the Philippines have been strongly characterized by instability.
Up until the Philippine elections of 1972, it was analogous to the United States’ elections during early industrialization where it featured vote buying, miscounts, ballot-box mixing and election-associated violence. All of these debauched acts of cheating for the electoral spot defeats the sense of democracy. Marcos, knowing his chances was slim, created innovations such as a show of hands to display support in his dwelling in the office. However, despite of trying all of the tricks Marcos’ supporters carried out, Marcos’ time in office ended after the loss in the snap elections of 1986. Many Filipinos were inspired of the heroism democratic forces exhibited.
Heading the elections in the Philippines is the COMELEC or Commission on Elections. Citizens of legal age on the Election Day in the country which is 18 may vote. Citizens however need to register prior to the Election Day in order to actually vote and be counted. Registration period is usually set by the COMELEC few months before the election. The International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES) “gives assistance and support to electoral reforms and processes in the Philippines” (Abinales 2005). The IFES helps in modernizing the COMELEC in order to conduct more transparent and sound elections. Moreover, the IFES urges the civil society in creating efficient promotions and advocacies for electoral reforms.
Philippines have had many aggressive elections in the past. Numerous reforms have been presented in order to address this issue alongside several constitutional changes” (Abinales 2005). An alternative system has been introduced just recently and should be improved over time in order to enhance the electoral system of the country. The COMELEC should be transformed and restructured in order to better deliver to the needs and requirements of the political and electoral system of the country. Finance laws and other regulations concerning the political parties and campaign during elections should be properly renewed and firmly imposed. Voters should be given more education especially the youth in order to better understand the political and electoral system. The civil society should take on a bigger role in these reforms in order to make electoral procedures successful and passive.

Cross country seeing
Cross-country experiences can be defined in several ways. Some view these experiences as a way to interact with individuals who are diverse, often experiencing things unfathomable in relation to one's own life. Some view these experiences as an opportunity to strengthen world relations, promoting the idea of peace and worldwide togetherness. Also, some would say that cross-culture is a way to understand people of all races and circumstances, lowering the threat of war and misunderstandings. I believe that cross-culture envelops all of these ideas. It is an extreme responsibility that should never be taken lightly. It is a chance to share the American culture with others, often learning more about a foreign place in the process. Regardless, cross-cultural experiences are very significant and wonderful. They enrich the lives of those who participate by offering experience, knowledge, patience, and an understanding into one's own culture, as well as into that of those who share this beautiful world with us. Cross-cultural experiences allow the partaker to "walk a mile in someone else's shoes." This old adage is quite relevant when addressed to the experience of learning in another surrounding. One gets to encounter how another person lives his or her life. They get to taste the different cuisine, enjoy music, and interact with citizens who are dissimilar. By doing this, the individual is seeing what life is like in another atmosphere. They are becoming aware of the different plights and jubilant exercises someone across the globe views as normal. For instance, if someone from a relatively peaceful country visits a warlike realm, they will understand and see "firsthand" the variation of the two atmospheres. When focusing on the situation, it is easier to clarify why certain individuals behave in a different way. These experiences also teach one about oneself. It offers the chance to promote the great country from which one came. Often, America is stereotyped for all types of ideals, such as baseball and apple pie. However, once entered into a new culture, one can adequately portray America for the diverse melting pot and land of opportunity for all races that it indeed is. Cross-culture is a shared mutual respect for the world in which we live. It offers strong ties to other countries, while promoting the greatness of the red, white, and blue. Due to the recent attacks on America, I am more than convinced that cross-cultural experiences are more necessary than ever before. These experiences will show that Americans are eager to embrace those of another country. While some feel as if Americans are overconfident and smug, this will allow those to see our hunger to learn new things. We want to embrace our allies and learn about the lives of others. We also want to show that we are a peaceful group, entirely civil and understanding to those who are different. The world is coming to a place where it is no longer one country separate from another. We are seeing the nations evolve as one for a common good, setting forth to destroy evils such as terrorism. The United States has already joined forces with Great Britain, China, and others to fight off the evil that is trying to infiltrate the land. The cross-cultural learning will only continue to promote the feeling of togetherness and respect. I offer that these experiences are the first and most positive step in creating a globe that is highly developed and respected. Countries who partake in shared learning will remain friendly, peaceful, and better for their assistance. Their citizens will learn tolerance and respect for difference. They will be privy to information that others do not have. They will experience priceless learning at the hands of those from another locale. Most importantly, the world will be drawn together as never before, showing evils that united, we will stop violence, senseless killings, and war. The environment will forever be an altered universe, and undoubtedly a better place in which to live.