Jigsaw 4/25

1) Give a quick explanation of the topic and propose a debate resolution of the topic. (a couple of sentences)

My section talks about how the aftermath effects on American citizens brought forth an extremely sensitive situation involving free speech. A good resolution would be that it was not right for the media to censor pundits and opinions that rebelled against the President or provide a second opinion on the happenings of 9/11

2) Explain why it is an important topic. You choose what to write about, but here are some suggestions if you are stuck: How does it impact your constitutional rights? Can it impact your daily life? Does it empower or disempowered you as an individual? Does it promote or inhibit public discussion? Does it help or hurt people getting along with one another? (short paragraph)

The censorship that the media and hollywood placed on people who had minority opinions was wrong because it envoked our constitutional right for free speech, but at the same time you have to use your brain before you speek. You understand that the nation is in a very sensitve greeving point and you should accept that when making a statement that could be strewed as offensive or hurtful. Now that doesn't mean you can't say it but it means that you should think before you speak.

3) Write one or two sentences that explain a good point made by the con side and one or two sentences that explain a good point made by the pro side (2-4 sentences total).

I think the best point was brought up by the conclusion of the con argument. "The Hollywood celebrities on the left think they can do or say whatever they please and face no criticism or consequences. It's time for them to wake up and join the real world. Until then, our First Amendment rights continue to be strong. Just as strong are the consequencese for using those First Amendment rights without first using our brain." I used this quote because I thought that it really summed up their points well.