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this my account for RWS 200

[Sierra @Sierragaynor]

Essay three has proven to simultaneously be the easiest and most difficult as the argument is being fueled by my own beliefs, but I find myself having to be strategic in incorporating all the sources in a way that promotes synthesis with each other. #RHUB200

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@Josh14310279 This image will be very effective in conveying the devastating reality that is global warming and its effect on nature. This image is especially useful in appealing to pathos. #RHUB200

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@_joseee21 I think this image is very powerful, especially the contrast between the playful expressions on the children's faces and the hand holding the gun threateningly. #RHUB200

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In "Reckoning with John McCain," McCarthy makes the argument that just because McCain died, we shouldn't automatically label him as a 'hero,' but we also shouldn't dismiss him as completely bad either; that we must analyze both the good and the bad that he brought. #RHUB200

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@__alyssalee I agree that it is important to keep this in mind when arguing because although it's easier to be hostile to those you're arguing against, it will make them closed off to hearing your side. #RHUB200

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@rusllmrtnz4RWS Also it made his Tedtalk more interesting to listen to and easier to understand by using this analogy. I agree it was a nice touch to his argument. #RHUB200

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Willer's Tedtalk really opened my eyes and helped me see rhetoric in a way I hadn't thought of before: that you have to make sure your argument appeals to the audience's moral beliefs and not just your own. #RHUB200

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@EliasTijuana42 I think this will be super interesting! I've never read an essay that analyzed this, even though we agree to terms and conditions blindly all the time in our day to day lives. #RHUB200

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@GinaLatimer2 That's a good idea! I think your essay will be very interesting if you back your argument up with all those different perspectives as opposed to just focusing on one. Your argument will be much stronger. #RHUB200

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For my essay I'm going to argue for the decriminalization of prostitution in order to provide government regulation that promotes safer practices. I will be using a book entitled Legalizing prostitution: from illicit vice to lawful business as one of my sources. #rhub200

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I think the most difficult part of this process is making sure I hit all the required points in the prompt and not forget to leave anything out. Other than that, this essay isn't giving me too much trouble. #RHUB200

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@Josh14310279 I thought the same thing. His argument doesn't seem to be very moving for an audience that is already against guns. It does not seem very reassuring to offer more guns as a solution to their gun problems in the wake of such a tragedy. #RHUB200

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Both LaPierre and Negan use violent displays in order to incite fear and further their agendas. In Negan's case, he shows off his intimidating bat and proceeds to clobber someone, while LaPierre makes use of violent video games so as to frighten and disgust parents. #RHUB200

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@LukeDun43858165 I picked up that same vibe. He seems more concerned with protecting the NRA than providing comfort after the incident. Also, he keeps shifting the focus from the root of the issue by proposing a whole other idea that takes away from the emotion of the tragedy. #RHUB200

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LaPierre was trying to create a sense of empathy towards the incident of Sandy Hook but his argument was ineffective as it continually shifted the blame towards other groups and revealed his underlying desire to not lose any rights as a gun owner because of this tragedy. #RHUB200

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The writing process has been pretty painless so far! I'm glad we started by creating our intros, and then a rough draft because I feel that I am being more thorough as I'm creating this essay and that it will be fairly easy now to just buff it up for the final draft. #RHUB200

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@DrayerPele I agree with this, and believe that this stirring of emotion caused by the appeal to pathos was used strategically in order to provoke a call to action within his audience. #RHUB200

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@katelynpucci5 I noticed that as well and appreciated how Reagan balanced bonding with the audience by identifying with them as well as not being too lenient and standing his ground on what he believes. #RHUB200

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In his speech, I noticed that Reagan tries to appeal to the Soviet Union by offering this hope of advancement by arguing that "freedom leads to prosperity," while simultaneously attempting to frighten them with the idea of "becoming obsolete," if they don't take action. #RHUB200

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@bfrancey_ I agree if children aren't a fan of superheroes, they aren't going to have that same effect on the child. I do think, however, that if children from a young age are framed to believe that superheroes by acting selflessly are doing "good," that will be a good influence. #RHUB200