[stylist] The tragic shooting of Gabrielle Giffords

[Bridgit Pollpeter]

We may not be a political list, but as writers, we will focus on issues
such as politics.  It is important to know where others go when reading
a piece especially if agenda driven.  We do not need to begin a debate
on politics, but as a writer, we want to know how readers respond.  A
part of constructive criticism is learning where your audience stands on
the issues you approach.

Judith's piece was passionate and full of her opinion which, as a
writer, she has every right to express.  As I, and many others, noted,
as a persuasive piece, this is a bit strong.  A good persuasive argument
would not directly attack or point fingers.  I think it is important to
understand this because it allows us as the writers to judge where our
writing needs to go.

Bridgit