The Importance Of Globalization In The Community

Fort Branch is a small town in Southern Indiana. In 2013, there were 2,799 people who resided in this rural community, and I suspect that this number has only increased slightly in the last three years. There are many corn fields and a lot of hard working citizens, especially farmers, who love their community. I am the assistant to the mayor, and I have an expertise in language, communications and technology, and the increase of Americanization in regards to globalization. The mayor has asked me to read Globalization- A Reader for Writers by Maria Jerskey, and I chose five articles to discuss. Within those five articles, I have recognized four topics that should be considered when establishing guidelines for globalization in our community.

“Minority language and whose cultural foundations are being rocked by climate change, it is clear to me that the link between environmental and cultural vulnerability is genuine and that the two are interwoven” (Leonard). One example of this is the polar Eskimos. They live in a very unfavorable environment, and their language illustrates that exact environment. One concern for the Eskimos is that the ice might start to melt, and their environment will be drastically changed. Once this happens, the Eskimos language and way of life will be significantly altered (Leonard). This goes back to loss, but it is also an accurate representation of how environments and therefore languages and culture can be influenced by globalization. We need to make the environment a priority and prevent pollution as much as possible, and I believe that this should be a key requirement in our community moving

“Technology in the developing world has changed so much and so fast that it is almost hard to believe” (Bures). With technology is full use, many third-world countries are taking advantage of the cell phone use, the potential for business startups, and the economic boost. This will benefit our rural, farming community because “In Uganda, farmers can send text messages for commodity prices or weather reports” (Bures). If one country is thriving, it will help the economies of others as well. The lines of communication are continuing to improve, and this will only lead to economic advances for our country and small