Thursday, May 28, 2009

Editorial Questions

1. What is a problem/issue that our entire student body (our school, community, country, etc.) faces today?

It's incredibly hard to find work for people of any age. I'm dealing with this, my neighbor is dealing with this and tons of people around our country.

2. What is your view/position on the problem or situation?

I think that our economic down turn has caused lots of stress for everyone in our country. We are all effected in some way, and lots are having trouble finding work.

3. What would you like to achieve with your editorial? (What is the desired result?)

My desired result would be to get people to be a little more compassionate in a time of high tension.

4. How will you persuade your audience to adopt your viewpoint as theirs? List at least 4 persuasive points.

(1.) State some statistical facts from credible website on unemployment rate.
(2.) Personal story of family friend getting layed off out of the blue.
(3.) My own job hunt as an 18 year old going off to college.
(4.) Recent news worthy events about this issue.

5. How will you motivate your readership to action in your conclusion?

Colloquial language and personal stories.

6. How will your editorial serve a public purpose?

Give a new perspective on an important topic.

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