Logical Fallacies

I found it interesting that so many people use logical fallacies in their arguments, often times unwittingly. I can remember my mom telling me to finish my whole meal, because kids elsewhere are starving. I wasn't aware that when I was refuting her statement, I was actually trying to expose her logical fallacy. Also, I didn't realize that many advertisers are guilty of using fallacies in their advertisements. I usually fall for them and buy the products!

Logical Fallacies

There are deadly sinful logical fallacies. but also ones that are fine to use in argument such as the fallacy of power, which is probably the intent of learning the rhetoric. One thing I didn't get while I was reading was the tie innuendo. It took me a while to get it as it explained in the next paragraph. There are so many tools and sins on this chapter. I don't think I need to memorize them hopefully.

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Yea. Logical Fallacies... That was some interesting stuff, but it just seems like too much to think about on a regular basis. But it's still probably good to know...I really don't have anything to say.

Thank you for arguing.

I have to say that I really enjoy reading from this book. I learn something new with each page! After reading these past few chapters over fallacies and the "seven deadly logical sins", I realized that I'm guilty of pretty much all of the sins that Heinrich points out. Now that I know what these rhetoric fallacies are, I can think of dozens of instances of when I've fallen for each one. But now I know better. Now I feel that I could point out someones flaw in his or her argument, and it's all because of Heinrich. After I read his stuff, I just feel more aware of of what's going on I guess. It's almost as if I'm learning to read inbetween the lines of what people are saying and decipher their true meanings. It's pretty darn cool.

Cultural Globalization

I thought the article by Philippe Legrain was very refreshing to read. I have often read articles addressing America’s powerful influence on other countries but rarely the influences other countries have on America. The article discussed examples that are commonly used to show how other countries are Americanized. Philippe Legrain then uses facts concerning each of these examples to demonstrate just the opposite. I think this article could benefit critics of American culture and anyone with a fear of American imperialism. The article “Learning from One Another” has a similar argument. It is rare to learn about a culture that has managed to sustain its sense of community as well as its unique traditions. I admire the people in Ladakh for their dedication to their culture and their individuality. Before observing the image from Spider-Man: India, I noticed an important question regarding the image. The question reads as follows: “As an American reader, what is your spontaneous response to the drawing of this character?” Personally, I initially noticed the differences in the costume and the stance Spider-Man has in the image.

A Blog About the Current Readings

In Jane Poynter's article, "Learning From One Another", my group wondered if globalization was a two way street. 

In certain cases it really is, but on the other hand America's impact across the world is unquestionable. 

In one case she states, "Today, an influential core of Ladakhis is struggling to retain the best of traditional culture-community, art, and history-while retaining the many benefits development would bring."

It is in that sentence that explains a great deal. I believe societies can retain their traditional culture while also adopting developments from others. This type of globalization should not be ignored.

Additionally,  I felt the spiderman manifest destiny was interesting. Now, I pose the question is the United States still practicing a form of manifest destiny?

Spidey...

I'm pretty sure i'm the last to blog and as i was scrolling through the blog i noticed that almost everyone referenced the Adesnik article! I must be added to the bunch. I must say that the connection used with the Spider-man metaphor was brilliant. My favorite quote of the article is when Adesnik talks about how before becoming "Spider-Man", Peter Parker devoted all his time to "academic pursuits" such his love for science. Adesnik says, "although nominally an accident, the spider bite is a metaphorical expression of the American faith that knowledge is power and science is the engine of progress. Initially taunted because of his devotion to science, Parker ultimately becomes all the more powerful because of it."