I believe that death is inevitable. But that it is also something to not be sad about. Because of my belief being rooted in Adventism's views of eschatology, I see death as a quick nap. A pause before I am able to be in Heaven with loved ones.

One's view of death could greatly impact how they live their life. If one feels that there is nothing important after death and all there is, is just death, they may just live their life carelessly. If they are naturally a kind-hearted person, they may just be kind in their actions as well. But if they aren't and live with malice, then unfortunately that may be discomforting to know for the people they encounter.

If one lives with the idea that there are repercussions post-life, or if one believes in reincarnation based on good deeds, then they may live their life fueled by the desire to have a better future.

Historical Legacies of the US

We would like to think that a country and its people learn from their past mistakes. However, it seems that the phrase "history repeats itself" rings true. 

Historical legacies of the United States and even other countries have a strong capability to produce discord and conflict. For example, although one may not want to admit, the US is strongly based on the the rivalry between Democratic vs. Republic principles. Legacies that have been founded on Republic principles can often push Republicans to stand true to their title and the beliefs that come with the title regardless of whether or not the belief would be beneficial to the progress of the country.

A current example is the legacy of how people view politics in general. It may not be a positive legacy but people still see politics as dangerous and something to avoid. 

National History Shaping National Identity
National History plays a significant role in shaping national identity. The events that occur within a nation are what decides the characteristics that the nation embodies. For example, within the United States, the history has been the fact that Americans go to a country or a place that is not their own, wreak havoc then and then attempt to claim the country as a part of US territory and then call it their own. From the outside, other countries see the US as an unfaithful and unkind country.

Application of the Four Stages of Minority Representation in Media
The four stages of media representation for minority groups are:

1. Non-representation, 2. Ridicule, 3. Regulation and 4. Respect

Within the current activities in media, it seems as if we are now in the regulation stage. The minority group is represented but in limited, socially acceptable roles. And if they do hold a lead role, statistically, they are financially compensated with significantly less than that of a person in the majority group.