Thursday, September 25, 2008
"It's What You Hear"
I wanted to provide a link to a recent article on the comment I brought up in class about people not listening to be convinced but rather for confirmation. I'm sure this article in no way exhausts the topic, so feel free to search some more. If anyone finds anything contradictory, share it.
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I think this all goes back to Mike's and my political post...
I'll admit it. I have watched both the RNC and the DNC and I totally agree with the article. I am committed in my beliefs on who I am going to vote for and I watched both acceptance speeches with that frame of mind. I would assume though that some people could have been swayed by either of the speeches but the real purpose of a national committee speech it to rally your supports and get them out in the field working toward your victory.
I think that the article makes a good point. I have no idea who I am going to vote for.
My parents, however, are firmly for McCain. Even though i try to tell them things about Obama, they will not be swayed either way. Its as if they believe that McCain is the only candidate running! They don't want to accept that there could be something wrong with McCain's beliefs (and i'm not saying there is..im just stating a point) they only believe in what they want to believe in. Which is, i guess okay, but people need to look at both sides and vote for the person, no matter gender or race, who will help make our country a better place!
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