Fall Blog #1: Due Tuesday, August 30th

Please refer to Chapter One of your Essentials of Argument textbook; it contains the assertion that, "Argument is everywhere." On pages 21-22, activity Two asks you to test this idea. Instead of presenting these in class, I'd like you to convert the exercise to a blog. Ideally, you will be able to link or upload your chosen example of argument to your blog. If it's not a media file, you can always TAKE a photo and upload it! Have fun with this, respond kindly to each others' posts, and email me with any questions you have. Don't forget Part b (evaluating whether the argument is ethical or not).

My image is below. I consider this an argument to update the so-called Cinderella Complex. The image reminds me that many young women are secretly dreaming for a Prince to come rescue them from a life of drudgery and provide them with a life of luxury. This image of a glass slipper (with fashionably high heels) reinforces the notion that women are fragile, need protection, and can be overly concerned with fashion/appearance. While this image does not visibly come from an advertisement, I imagine it as an ad for an expensive spa or boutique.

It just occurred to me that this image resonates for me because since my knee surgery, I walk with fragility as if in glass shoes (and I'll probably never wear heels again). I want my New York stride back. This image mocks me. It's only unethical in my own mind.