“Got Milk?” A Violation of Free Speech Our history shows that the United States Supreme Court mandated that the First Amendment would not allow the government to force speech on individuals and that it would not prevent individuals from speaking. Even though this amendment appears to be very forthright‚ there have been numerous free speech issues that violate free speech and are proven to be unconstitutional. A free speech issue that is currently being discussed today has to do with the promotion
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INTRODUCTION I. (Attention Grabber) "Yesterday‚ December 7th‚ 1941 a date which will live in infamy the United States of America was suddenly and deliberately attacked by naval and air forces of the Empire of Japan." This was a speech that President Roosevelt delivered to the nation the day after the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor. II. (Central Idea) The surprise nature of the attack‚ the viciousness of its execution and the searing death toll that mounted in a matter of hours‚ was certainly
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Persuasive Speech Strategy Specific Purpose: To persuade the audience that Capital Punishment does not deter crime and that it should be abolished. Central Idea: Homicide rates are lower in non-death penalty states when compared to states with the death penalty. Main Points: I. The death penalty has no deterrent effect. II. The costs of administrating capital punishment are prohibitive. III. States with the death penalty have higher murder rates than those without
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Preparation Outline: The “Bugatti Veyron” Specific Purpose Statement: I would like to inform my audience about the Bugatti Veyron and its uniqueness on why it is the fastest and most expensive production car today. Introduction I. Question? A. Imagine being at 60 mph within 3 seconds? B. Is that even safe some may ask? C. Some may think and say is that even possible? II. Answer A. It is indeed possible with the Bugatti Veyron. A.1. Known as the fastest and most expensive production car today
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By: Katia Awad The Negatives of Absolute Free Speech Absolute freedom of speech opens the door to possible chaos. Apart from the concrete realities‚ freedom of speech is greatly desired and is vital to our way of life. History shows us‚ that we advance when our beliefs are challenged by the free exchange of ideas. Who can argue against this? One cannot argue against the benefits of freedom of speech‚ it brings diversity to personal‚ social and government situations. Look at Nelson Mandela –
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Informative Speech Topic: Medical Marijuana General Purpose: To inform my audience about medical marijuana Specific Purpose: To inform the audience of the beneficial medical components in marijuana as well as the risks associated with the herb. Thesis: Using statistical data‚ I am going to inform you about the benefits and risks in legalizing medical marijuana Introduction: Attention Getter: Do you know the true use and effects on marijuana? The controversy over medical marijuana seems to be
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Title: (CPR) (The information above the introduction is for the reader) Specific Purpose: to inform my audience of the three steps to take when responding to a medical emergency. Thesis: When responding to a medical emergency you should take three main steps--survey the scene‚ contact emergency medical services‚ and start CPR. Method of Organization: Chronological Introduction (Begin your presentation with the statement beside Roman numeral I) I First Sentence: "Imagine you’re
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Attention Grabber: Have you ever grown up in the city and then your family moves to the suburbs and there’s just a little bit of you that wants to move back into the city because you don’t have to walk far to do stuff? Thesis: Today I’d like for you to know more about me. Body Main Point: Where was everyone in my family born and raised. A. I was born in 1996 and raised in Blackwell located in the Southside Richmond. B. My older brother‚ Doug was born in 1991 and raised in Whitcomb Court located
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Freedom of Speech; Is It Really Free In the United States we have many freedoms that we as citizens possess. Freedom of speech is one of the freedoms we enjoy. But what is the meaning of the word “freedom”‚ and how free is our speech? The word free‚ according to Merriam-Webster’s dictionary means: having the legal and political rights of a citizen. With this in mind‚ it does not mean that we have the right to do and say as we please. The First Amendment states: “Congress shall make no law
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behind you and supports you every step of the way‚ a best friend. According to the 2004 March 5th article in Gallup News Magazine‚ 73% of Americans have five or more close friends. I have eight; and we have known each other going on six years. After my speech I want you to understand to three different aspects on friendship. Today I’m going to cover three aspects on friendship‚ which are why friendship is important to me and the advantages and disadvantages of having eight best friends. II. Body
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