The poem "Self Evident" is a very powerful poem written by someone who presents themselves as an American citizen who is fed up with the government and how it let September 11 happen. The author tries appealing to the audience by making it a very blunt and to the point piece of writing and speaking in terms that we are able to understand. I believe the author's target audience was all of the every day American citizens because it states how we used to just go about living in this world thinking how powerful we are, only to be devastated by the 9/11 attacks. She makes former President George W. Bush out to be the villain as well saying he cheated to win the election. She also compares the government agencies to the KGB which I feel is a bit extreme.
I personally feel this poem has a couple of purposes. The first is to point out how America thought it was too good for anything to happen to it so the attacks on 9/11 were really a wake up call. I agree with that aspect of it. However, I felt another point of it was to attack the government and try and shift the blame of what happened onto them. I feel like this method of writing is one that may not be very effective because it presents a very one sided, biased piece. The writer was clearly a democrat, so myself being a Republican, it made me look at the writing a little differently and not take it with as much value as I would have if it would have been more neutral. Although I think it is important to try and persuade your audience to believe in your point of view, I think this author was a little too one sided.
As I stated earlier, I think the topic of this poem does influence my above answers because I already have a personal opinion on this issue so it may be hard for an author to try and sway what I believe in.
Sunday, April 19, 2009
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
Facebook Prompt
Here is the link to my ideal American citizen, Shadley F. Broger. http://www.facebook.com/editpicture.php?success=1#/profile.php?id=1005106503&ref=profile
If you are wondering where I got such an odd name, it is the name of one of my room mates but some letters switched around. The picture is of him as well.
My ideal American citizen is a student here at Ohio State, studying molecular genetics. I feel this is one of the hardest but important majors that there could be. He is a member of the Republican party because that is where my allegiance lies. I know that the ideal political views would be someone who is not partisan to either party, but I think that is impossible in today’s world. His religious views are Rastafarian because I think this it the most laid back, relaxed religion that just takes the world for how it comes and doesn't let anything bother them.
As far as activities go, he is interested in a variety of things that I feel make a well rounded citizen. Golfing, writing music, and playing lacrosse are among those activities and I feel they allow Mr. Broger to engage in all types of things. I felt it necessary for Shadley to engage himself in all types of entertainment as far watching television and listening to music goes. He watches every day shows like Sportscenter and The Price is Right, along with weekly shows that range from 24 and Rescue Me to Laguna Beach and The Hills. Some of these shows may not be what most people would consider ideal, but this allows him to be knowledgeable in all aspects of television. I took the same approach when deciding his favorite music. The range goes from hardcore metal with Metallica, to some rap with Kid Cudi, all the way to some country and jazz with Taylor Swift and John Coltrane. I believe the ideal person is one that does not exclude any type of music from their listening pleasure and these artists back that up.
I took the same approach with books and movies too. Enjoying all different types of movies from comedies like Happy Gilmore, to classics like Forrest Gump and The Patriot. As far as books go, I don't really think the ideal citizen should have to waste time reading books because they should be out conquering the world day by day, but I listed a couple of historically popular books there. His favorite quote, "I play for keeps," stems from a popular Will Ferrell movie and is the way to live life. Although some of my ideas of an ideal American citizen may not be the same as most, I tried to have a little fun with this and create a well rounded individual.
If you are wondering where I got such an odd name, it is the name of one of my room mates but some letters switched around. The picture is of him as well.
My ideal American citizen is a student here at Ohio State, studying molecular genetics. I feel this is one of the hardest but important majors that there could be. He is a member of the Republican party because that is where my allegiance lies. I know that the ideal political views would be someone who is not partisan to either party, but I think that is impossible in today’s world. His religious views are Rastafarian because I think this it the most laid back, relaxed religion that just takes the world for how it comes and doesn't let anything bother them.
As far as activities go, he is interested in a variety of things that I feel make a well rounded citizen. Golfing, writing music, and playing lacrosse are among those activities and I feel they allow Mr. Broger to engage in all types of things. I felt it necessary for Shadley to engage himself in all types of entertainment as far watching television and listening to music goes. He watches every day shows like Sportscenter and The Price is Right, along with weekly shows that range from 24 and Rescue Me to Laguna Beach and The Hills. Some of these shows may not be what most people would consider ideal, but this allows him to be knowledgeable in all aspects of television. I took the same approach when deciding his favorite music. The range goes from hardcore metal with Metallica, to some rap with Kid Cudi, all the way to some country and jazz with Taylor Swift and John Coltrane. I believe the ideal person is one that does not exclude any type of music from their listening pleasure and these artists back that up.
I took the same approach with books and movies too. Enjoying all different types of movies from comedies like Happy Gilmore, to classics like Forrest Gump and The Patriot. As far as books go, I don't really think the ideal citizen should have to waste time reading books because they should be out conquering the world day by day, but I listed a couple of historically popular books there. His favorite quote, "I play for keeps," stems from a popular Will Ferrell movie and is the way to live life. Although some of my ideas of an ideal American citizen may not be the same as most, I tried to have a little fun with this and create a well rounded individual.
Monday, April 6, 2009
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