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About Me
- Angelo C
- Seattle, WA, United States
- I'm Angelo. I go to Seattle University. I am a Sophomore Journalism major. I am in love with music and everything that surrounds it. I am trying to take as much of a part as possible in the current battle between the RIAA and pretty much everyone else, and this blog is me trying to get my voice to be heard. So read it!
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The "Case to Legalize" is a piece that appeals to people who are open to the idea of marijuana being legalized. I doubt that those who did not support its legalization would be persuaded...but that's not what this brochure is for.
The "thesis" to your brochcure is clear and supported well by concrete evidence. What is especially appealing about your arguments is that your points are succinct but powerful.
The language you use does not polarize your topic. It is not extreme but holds a strong argument up against those opposing the legalization of marijuana.
The layout of your brochure also follows well. It is helpful to get the myths out of the way, then move on to a compelling article, other benefits, and a proposal for the future. It was interesting to see how you debated arguments that are against the legalization of marijuana in such a short amount of space.
Created as a brochure or flier to be handed out, I think that this is an appropriate medium. I could see the flyer being passed around at festivals or concerts. I also believe that the layout was done well enough to used in a magazine or newspaper. Maybe it could be published as an editorial for The Spectator. The visuals are engaging but do not distract from the quality of what is being said.
Also, I think that the overall production would work well on a website to be available for mass distribuion on the internet through social networking websites or online publications.
One thing that I think would strengthen the message of this piece would be if it featured an exclusive interview with an elected official or someone involed in politics or law enforcement that argued your same points or could combat dissenting argument. This could be hard to do however, if people worry about their careers or poltitical standing.
Overall, the clarity of your writing is what carries your message throughout your brochure. It is simple but to the point and does a good job of not coming off as another stoner college student.
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