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While reading the introduction and chapter two of this week’s assigned text, I found myself appreciating the balanced perspectives that Jegathesan presents. In chapter two, Jegathesan delves into the topic of language, drawing on historical narratives to reveal the viewpoint … Continue reading →

In the spirit of addressing my own positionality I will admit that this sphere of exploration is something on the newer side for me. As I have gone through life I have not found myself particularly attuned with the hardships … Continue reading →

As I went through this reading I was struck by many of the same things as Stephanie. I think it also has to do with the fact that I am also currently studying and preparing to be involved in the … Continue reading →

After reading the introduction and chapter 3 I definitely have to say that I am on the same boat as Mandy. Prior to reading this text I had an idea of what PAC might look like and how abortions would … Continue reading →

What stood out to me while reading this text was the way that Dixon made the distinction between global health as a noun and then as a verb. In her distinction between the two, she addresses the way that ‘infrastructural … Continue reading →

  As I read the introductory chapter, I am drawn to the emphasis on the idea of ‘winning.’ Specifically, when Shange explains how the idea of winning is the ‘dominant logic of social justice work,’ as she provides the context … Continue reading →

This reading and discussion about reparations bring to mind a dialogue I had in a course with Dr. McKinson. We delved into how young Jamaican men engage in lottery scamming as a form of self-styled reparations in response to poverty. … Continue reading →

While reading these chapters, a couple of things stood out to me. Specifically, the notion that the ethnographic topic chosen should be in a constant state of evolution and change. It is emphasized that the topic should not only be … Continue reading →

As I read Tsing’s introduction, I found myself drawn towards the way Tsing frames her research and the book as a whole. More specifically, I was struck by the manner in which she assumes responsibility both as a researcher and … Continue reading →