Social Justice Argument Topics on the Internet

Social Justice Argument Topics on the InternetThe Internet is an increasingly hot spot for social justice argument topics, and that is a good thing. This article will highlight a few of the social justice argument topics that have really started to take off on the Internet.The Global Financial Crisis has generated some very good debate, particularly between finance types. Both the Occupy Wall Street movement and those who support the business community have had a field day with this topic. Those involved in the finance sector tend to make many of the wrong arguments, and it is usually the financial types who win the arguments. If you are involved in the finance sector, maybe you can help balance things out, or add to the discussion.I have actually seen those involved in the financial industry trying to imply that the financial markets cannot be questioned or otherwise attacked because they own the media and their own personal opinions can be challenged. We have already seen this in m y own work here at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, and I want to discuss why we will continue to vigorously defend the media as well as our own opinions, even if we get challenged on them. There is too much at stake for the media to be defeated by people whose only 'arguments' consist of pointing out the fact that they own the media, or simply that people like them own the media.Another aspect of the Financial Market on the Internet is the specific issues that are being confronted by individual investors. It is important to remember that the financial markets are owned by many private entities, and as such it is important to approach any issues that relate to those entities respectfully. Even if those who own the media may seem to be 'untouchable', or to have an unlimited amount of money, the investors who participate in the market are not so lucky. Just like those in the financial sector, they too must work to defend themselves, their opinions, and their investments again st people who don't care about the topic at hand, but want to use it as a wedge to try to get their own way.Debates between those in the economy and those in the media is part of the reason why those in the finance sector often make such poor arguments and do not have the best results. Even so, those who participate in these discussions often bring out their worst attributes, while those in the finance sector tend to show their best qualities, such as thoughtful, reasoned debate.Many have benefited from having the ability to present an interesting perspective on a difficult issue, because it forces the participants to think critically about the topic. As I have mentioned in my comments here at the CFPB, I have seen some worthwhile discussions, and I think this is one area where we can go further, as well as speak with greater authority.Even those in the media should realize that they can still do more, in addition to making opinion articles and posting their views on Twitter. They c an also invest in creating discussion around the issues that are most challenging, and these are usually the issues that are most likely to make people rethink their opinions about the economy and change their opinions.Those in the media often benefit from ignoring those who question their power, and a complete shift in the conversation is necessary. For those who are involved in the finance sector, perhaps we can learn from the financial industry what it means to be a target and create better conversation points as we all fight to maintain our own power and influence.