Read A Letter on Justice and Open Debate published on Harpers Magazines website July 7, 2020 and in the magazines October 2020 print edition. Be sure to read the names of all that signed the letter. Note the familiar names on both the liberal and conservative side. Google a few you have heard of but are not very familiar with. Google a few you never heard of. Consider the specific perspective of some of those that signed. Re-read the letter. Consider recent/current societal examples the signers are referring to (locally, nationally across the United States, and/or globally). Consider the historical context of what they are saying. Consider their argument in the context of what you are learning in this course.
https://harpers.org/a-letter-on-justice-and-open-debate/
Step 2: Write a letter in response. I am deliberately not defining expectations for the direction of the content of your letter. Here are the rules you must follow:
1. Your response letter will be approximately the same length as Harpers letter, specifically a minimum of 475 words to a maximum of 600 words.
2. You must use and cite two credible sources. While peer-reviewed sources are not required, pay careful attention to the sources you choose. In addition to quality I am expecting to see wise selections that enhance your overall claims. Although you are writing a letter, you must include in- text citations within the body of the letter and a reference page. (The reference page can follow a few line spaces after your signature/typed name closing. It does not need to be on a page by itself.)
3. Small but mighty. The word length of your letter is relatively short, but it should be packed with power, insight, critical thought, and demonstrate at least one clear connection to something you have learned in this course. Professional tone is a must.
