Ethicist Peter Singer on the Harvard Moral Sense (or “trolley”) Test: “Reason with Yourself.” From Perelman’s perspective, our intuitive sense that it would be more wrong to actively take a life than allow someone to be killed in order to save others if a function of the locus of essence; Singer, taking a utilitarian approach, [...]
An example of rhetorical contraints (and commonplaces) in action: “White House Says Obama Is Christian, Prays Daily.” The Constitution prohibits religious tests for public office or civil service, yet Obama feels compelled to demonstrate his religiosity. Why?
Class,
Welcome to ENG 455, Persuasive Writing. Please take note of the following:
1. This class requires extensive reading, writing, and speaking, with daily written assignments and the expectation that you will fully participate in each class session. I have posted a tentative syllabus online; please review it to ensure your interest and ability to meet the [...]