Recently we examined how the "truth" can be manipulated to fit one's purposes. Hitler, in his excerpt, "On Nation and Race" manipulated scientific evidence to influence people's beliefs about a superior race and its necessity in order to create a stronger Germany. Sadly, many fell victim to Hitler's faulty logic, and even some of the most educated looked past the truth in the hopes of seeing a stronger Germany no matter what the cost.
Today, we will look at what happens when a truth is exposed. You will be reading a recent article from The Huffington Post, linked below. As you read, examine HOW the writer exposes a dangerous "truth," one that remained hidden from the public due to its impact on the public health, and significantly, one that is right at our doorstep.
As you read, take special note of how the author does / does not create a successful argument. These components of effective writing will be essential as you begin thinking about your own papers which we will begin next week.
Recently we examined how the "truth" can be manipulated to fit one's purposes. Hitler, in his excerpt, "On Nation and Race" manipulated scientific evidence to influence people's beliefs about a superior race and its necessity in order to create a stronger Germany. Sadly, many fell victim to Hitler's faulty logic, and even some of the most educated looked past the truth in the hopes of seeing a stronger Germany no matter what the cost.
Today, we will look at what happens when a truth is exposed. You will be reading a recent article from The Huffington Post, linked below. As you read, examine HOW the writer exposes a dangerous "truth," one that remained hidden from the public due to its impact on the public health, and significantly, one that is right at our doorstep.
Huffington Post Article
http://highline.huffingtonpost.com/articles/en/welcome-to-beautiful-parkersburg/
As you read, take special note of how the author does / does not create a successful argument. These components of effective writing will be essential as you begin thinking about your own papers which we will begin next week.