The Trevon Martin shooting which took place in Florida last month has led to outrage in numerous communities throughout the United States.  Everyone has an opinion on this tragic case, even our president (see below).  Trevon wearing a hoodie sweatshirt has dominated the headlines this week.  The question for you is, should your choice of clothes determine if people view you favorably or unfavorably?

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"Obviously, this is a tragedy. I can only imagine what these parents are going through. And when I think about this boy, I think about my own kids. And, you know, I think every parent in America should be able to understand why it is absolutely imperative that we investigate every aspect of this and that everybody pulls together — federal, state and local — to figure out exactly how this tragedy happened."


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Are we guilty too?  Did you judge these people based on their appearance?

Now that we know that less than 1% of the world's water is drinkable, tell us how you feel about the increased chance that all water may one day cost money to drink.  Imagine your school's water fountain cost $.25 each time you used it.  Is that fair?  Propose a solution to this problem.  

MEET YOUR ANCHOR:

Carl Azuz is the anchor of CNN Student News, a daily news program designed to bring current events into middle and high school classrooms. Having served in roles ranging from package producer, reporter and writer for the program, Azuz has covered every topic from the war in Iraq to the world’s most expensive ice cream sundae. He has also interviewed students for CNN's "Fix Our Schools" series and explored the impact of technology on teenagers.

In addition to his anchoring duties, Azuz appears as a contributor on CNN Newsroom. His focus has been on in-depth explanations of a range of stories, including the U.S. debt limit, the costs of college, the history of the U.S. Postal Service, the factors that drive gold prices, and the Atlanta Public Schools cheating scandal.

Azuz has participated in public speaking events across the country. His speeches have been heard at national conventions, workshops, charity events, and graduation ceremonies. Previously, Azuz worked as a writer and associate producer for CNN International, and his original reports have appeared on virtually every CNN platform.

Azuz earned his bachelor's degree in telecommunications arts production from the University of Georgia.


SO WHAT DO YOU THINK OF CARL'S JOURNALISTIC STYLE NOW THAT YOU'VE BEEN WATCHING HIM?