soapstone analysis - occasion
"The State of Arizona" by Gail Collins in The New York Times
Speaker - Published columnist for the New York Times, Gail Collins. Young, personable, adorable (thus relatable). Seemingly intelligent but humorous at the same time. Modern. Understands society and America as a whole.
***Occasion - In "The State of Arizona," Gail Collins discusses Arizona governor Jan Brewer's decision to veto a bill that would allow Arizona businesses to discriminate against gay people on the grounds of religious conviction. This bill's failure highlights an American society moving towards equal human rights and increased enforcement of a long-withstanding constitutional law: separation of church and state. Collins urges readers, because America still seethes with inequality, to fight for human rights whenever possible.
Audience - This article mainly appeals to human rights advocates and open-minded citizens, as it has an obvious pro-gay opinion.
Purpose - Collins wrote "The State of Arizona" to expose a changing American society. As American moves towards increased human rights, there becomes conflict between people and the government.
Subject - Although this bill deals with businesses, most Arizona businesses were completely against the bill because it hurts business. Governor Brewer vetoing the anti-gay bill saved Arizona from itself and demonstrates human rights progression in the United States. Collins notes that the human rights struggle begins with courageous people against oppression; but today in the United States, victory arrives in the form of money deciding that discrimination hinders business.
Tone - Collins writes "The State of Arizona" with a sense of gratitude towards Arizona. Governor Brewer's veto showcased hope for America and human rights, of which Collins is grateful.
Speaker - Published columnist for the New York Times, Gail Collins. Young, personable, adorable (thus relatable). Seemingly intelligent but humorous at the same time. Modern. Understands society and America as a whole.
***Occasion - In "The State of Arizona," Gail Collins discusses Arizona governor Jan Brewer's decision to veto a bill that would allow Arizona businesses to discriminate against gay people on the grounds of religious conviction. This bill's failure highlights an American society moving towards equal human rights and increased enforcement of a long-withstanding constitutional law: separation of church and state. Collins urges readers, because America still seethes with inequality, to fight for human rights whenever possible.
Audience - This article mainly appeals to human rights advocates and open-minded citizens, as it has an obvious pro-gay opinion.
Purpose - Collins wrote "The State of Arizona" to expose a changing American society. As American moves towards increased human rights, there becomes conflict between people and the government.
Subject - Although this bill deals with businesses, most Arizona businesses were completely against the bill because it hurts business. Governor Brewer vetoing the anti-gay bill saved Arizona from itself and demonstrates human rights progression in the United States. Collins notes that the human rights struggle begins with courageous people against oppression; but today in the United States, victory arrives in the form of money deciding that discrimination hinders business.
Tone - Collins writes "The State of Arizona" with a sense of gratitude towards Arizona. Governor Brewer's veto showcased hope for America and human rights, of which Collins is grateful.