What periodical published this op-ed

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Assignment:

1. Find an interesting class topic that is current (within the last six months), from any source, and not assigned in class. Read the op-ed, note its title, author, source, and URL, and describe it by addressing the following questions.)

Who is the author, beyond their name? How is the author's identity relevant to their topic and/or argument?
What periodical published this op-ed? What might that suggest about the intended audience?
What specific sub-topic does the op-ed address, and what is the author's argument about this topic?
How does the author begin (what strategies)?
How does the author use evidence (what strategies)?
How does the author end (what strategies)?
How would you characterize the author's tone, diction, and/or style? What connections are there between these elements and the author's argument and/or audience?

2. Share the op-ed you found with the entire class.

3. Be prepared to answer questions about the Op-Ed you share in class.

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