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Monday, February 4, 2013

Opinion Writing as Genre

Today in class, I mentioned that opinion writing is at its best when it presents a tired old subject from a new, interesting, and unexpected perspective. Here is yet another example of that from Atlantic magazine.

And here is the pro-choice video asking what punishment should accompany the illegalization of abortion.

Rhetorically, this is some strong stuff. . . strong models to imitate as you struggle to find a unique and interesting perspective of your own. 



  

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