For each of the 4 articles write 400 words addressing the following the following questions
(1) What is the main issue discussed in the reading?
(2) Is the author making an argument, or simply raising a philosophical question?
(3a) If the author is making an argument, what is their argument? What evidence do they provide for their conclusion?
(3b) If the author is raising a question, how do they suggest we should answer that question? What is their proposed methodology?
(4) Do you agree with the author’s position? If yes, explain what aspect of the reading you found most convincing. If no, explain what you think is problematic with the author’s argument or methodology.
Articles:
- “How Big Colleges Prey On Fan Loyalty To Fight Back Against Scandals” – Theisen (Deadspin)
- “Eight ways colleges and universities, including LSU, shield sexual assaults from the public” – Jacoby (USA Today)
- “Calvin Ridley’s Suspension is More Proof the NFL Always Punishes Players More than Owners” – Orr (SI)
- “The doping rules that cost Sha’Carri Richardson have a debated, political history” – Kilgore & Maese (Washington Post)