She elaborates on the issue of spraying chemicals and if it is increasing or decreasing the progress in the world. Carson’s article states that we are hurting ourselves more than we benefit ourselves from the spraying of harmful chemicals, and that we endanger our environment with these chemicals. In order to persuade the progressive intellectuals of this argument, Carson provides data to show the actual harm the pollution from the chemicals is causing, and provokes fear in her audience. In order to make her argument appear reasonable, Rachel Carson uses scientific observation to demonstrate how chemicals are the cause of killing pests. Carson provides rational examples to show the harm that pollution is causing to the earth and pests.
This assumption was noted by the Virtuous One, who according to the text, “insists that America’s fuel consumption is somewhat responsible for the enmity towards us and the Middle East”(Muller, G. &Wiener, H. 2009, pg.154). The authors tone here can be heard as one of judgment by the “Virtuous One”. “How can they can they (SUV drivers) call themselves citizens of the United States, peacemakers, and driver such big gas guzzlers?” “They are the reason for the high gas prices”. No one likes to be judged, and Hochswender uses this as an advantage to his claim. He intentionally uses September 11th as an ethical (ethos) appeal.
While his proposals may be bereft of practicality, acknowledging the issues he points out is principal in developing an ethically healthy political and societal life in modernity. Berry emphasizes in his essays “What Matters” and “The Idea of a Local Economy” the moral imperative of abolishing the decadent consumerism that has plagued the environment and been the cause of many social ills, and instead replacing it with agrarian locality. Berry makes concrete claims with legitimate issues behind his suggestions. Berry submits that people should forfeit engaging in hasty commerce, what he labels as the “total economy”, because of the environmental degradation it has caused, stating “the fossil fuels we have so regardlessly extracted and burned cannot be unburned. The topsoils and forests and watersheds destroyed by mining will not be replenished in a time imaginable by humans.” (“What Matters”, 32).
Mitch Albom is an esteemed writer on sports, politics, and other topics. When speaking of the sports of the University of Michigan, the Detroit Lions, or topics such as O.J. Simpson or the “Big Three” Automakers, Albom uses an overall tone that is condescending to bring his point to his reader. With words like “Do you want to watch us drown?” (Hey, 1), and “It’s a circus,” (Only, 1), Albom instills a patronizing attitude into his audience. In his article “Hey, You Senators: Thanks For Nothing” Albom is criticizing the choices of our senators in regards to the American automakers.
The chemicals in cigarettes stay in the exhaled smoke, making second hand smoke dangerous to inhale. (“Second Hand Smoke”). All in all, smoking has many health risks to both smokers and non-smokers. Therefore smoking should be made illegal in Canada. In addition, it would be very beneficial financially for the government and other Canadians if smoking was made illegal.
My portfolio is about the negative externalities caused by cars and falls under the category of market failure in micro economics. Negative externalities are externalities that have a negative effect on other people and do not have their costs paid for by the producer of this externality. If a certain good is causing externalities then that good will go into overprovision so for example the more cars that cause external costs the more overprovided they become. There are many negative externalities caused by cars, these externalities are: • Accidents: This covers medical cost for injuries as well as costs for death caused by cars. This causes a lot of problems because car crashes aren’t rare occurrences and when they happen a lot of money is needed to pay for the life insurance if the death of someone happens along with payment for any injuries and damages which is all paid for by the government with our taxes.
“Our Gas Guzzlers, Their Lives” by: Nicholas Kristof In Nicholas Kristof’s article “Our Gas Guzzlers, Their Lives”, many valid points are given to justify and provide more information on how the amount of gasoline used and green house emissions are negatively affecting other parts of the world. In many ways this article shows how there is a need to curb green house gas emissions before the damages being made are worsen. Not only has Kristof’s article triggered emotional responses as he explains the harsh realities that the “westerners” are causing, he is also able to further expand on this topic by providing valid and appropriate data. Well many would argue that it is hard to slow down or eliminate our gas and green house gas usage; Kristof provides many valid points that give good and humane reasons to at least try to reduce out usage. “Our Gas Guzzlers, Their Lives” by Nicholas Kristof shows the readers how our actions and usage of gas and out green house gas emissions are not only damaged to the environment but to people around the world.
Language Analysis – Solar Sellout The writer of the opinion piece Solar Sellout, Bob Walsh, uses an arsenal of persuasive techniques in his attempt to convince his audience that the government’s proposal for the “Greenhouse levy” is not consistent with the financial and environmental interests of the Greenville community. The accompanying cartoon reinforces Walsh’s argument and the continual reference to statistics creates a factual basis to his claims. From the beginning, Walsh’s use of inclusive language “residents of Greenville (including me)” elevates his understanding of the issue and strengthens his argument as he positions himself to be speaking on behalf of the community. In a cynical tone, Walsh loads his opening paragraphs with highly emotive language “captive”, “blatant abuse” and “nasty”. In creating a distrustful image of the council, this not only serves to sensationalise the issue and capture the engagement of the audience but additionally it arouses sympathy for the Greenville residents in its appeal to “abuse of residents’ rights” and financial burdens.
In Dagberto Gilb's short story, Love in L.A., the situational irony within the story points to its existentialist underpinnings. The ending makes the reader question the main character's unethical motivations. Upon further examination, readers find that this main character simply makes choices that lead him toward greater comfort and freedom. Situational Irony This story indicates that like all of the referenced drivers sitting in traffic, all people can be divided into two types: those who are like Jake, the irresponsible winner, and those who are like Mariana, the responsible loser. Good things do not happen to good people in the world of this story, and bad things do not happen to bad people.
Persuasive Article Analysis Should smoking cigarettes in a public place be banned? In the article “Banning Smoking in Public Places: A Necessary Evil?” by Dr. Mark Clayson, it is shown why he believes that smoking in public places is erroneous and needs to be ceased. The persuasive techniques used by Dr. Clayson are vital for changing a narrow minded reader. He uses facts and a few red herrings to really bring the audience to his side. Talking about the health risks of smoking, how work places would become greater, and how banning smoking will help smokers quit, Mark Clayson declares his point of view and brings an open concept for the future.