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From Classroom Teachers | General ideas for using clips
Campaign specific 
Consider the recent presidential campaign and election results. Some media reports have speculated that President Bush was strategic in submitting a non-controversial nominee to this post? Why would this be considered "strategic" on the President's part? What is signficant about the naming of a Hispanic American to this post?
Media literacy
The San Francisco Chronicle characterized retiring Attorney General John Ashcroft as "brash," while the Chicago Sun Times used the word "polarizing." What words were used to describe Mr. Gonzalez in comparison? What is the meaning behind these words? What images do they connote?What is the effect on readers/viewers when the media uses certain words to characterize people or ideas in public policy?
More ideas How does a person become Attorney General of the U.S.? What is the process involved? What does the U.S. Attorney General do? What are the responsibilities and duties of this cabinet level position? What is Mr. Gonzales’ resume? What makes him qualified to become Attorney General? What is unique about his personal background? Should Mr. Gonzalez be a role model to others in the Hispanic community? |
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