REHUGO+5

REHUGO 1: International
 * Citation:** Izama, Angelo. "In Uganda, Kony Is Not the Only Problem - NYTimes.com." //The New York Times - Breaking News, World News & Multimedia//. N.p., 21 Mar. 2012. Web. 21 Mar. 2012. [|http://www.nytimes.com/2012/03/21/opinion/in-uganda-kony-is-not-the-only-problem.html?_r=1&ref=opinion#].


 * Precis:** In this fact-based opinion editorial, Izama claims that the situation in Uganda will still exist even if Kony is removed by referencing past corrupt African leaders and metaphorcally comparing him to a snake.


 * Commentary:** By comparing Kony to other evil things, the reader can logically conclude that violence and corruption has always been a part of Africa and until they fix the root of the problem- the system- removing the leaders is futile. Killing Kony may remove him from the battlefield but it will not cure the conditions that have allowed him to thrive for so long.

REHUGO 2: Domestic
 * Citation:** Collins, Gail. "Pity the Poor Gun Lobby - NYTimes.com." //The New York Times - Breaking News, World News & Multimedia//. N.p., 21 Mar. 2012. Web. 21 Mar. 2012. .


 * Precis:** In this sarcastic opinion editorial, Collins asserts that the National Rifle Association is pushing for more gun-friendly laws simply because they have run out of things to lobby about by explaining how outrageous these laws are and therefore concluding that there can't be any other reason they would want them passed.


 * Commentary:** Collins sarcastic tone and rhetorical questions help to point out the foolishness in the NRA's activites. Her light tone with a serious issue creates a contrast that further emphasizes the ridiculousness.

REHUGO 3: Domestic
 * Citation:** "The Supreme Court's Momentous Test - NYTimes.com." //The New York Times - Breaking News, World News & Multimedia//. N.p., 27 Mar. 2012. Web. 28 Mar. 2012. [|www.nytimes.com/2012/03/28/opinion/the-supreme-courts-momentous-test.html?_r=1&ref=opinion].


 * Precis:** In this liberal opinion editorial, the author states that those who oppose the national health care mandate are willfully rejecting the reality of the health care market and established constitutional principles that have been upheld for generations by siting the Constitution and tearing apart opposers' statements.


 * Commentary:** People can't argue with the Constitution. Well, actually they can. The author's references are not substancial enough to support his argument because they can easily be interpreted in another way. His strong opinion and one-sidedness hurt him because he doesn't even address a counter argument.

REHUGO 4: Domestic


 * Citation:** Mitchell, Jim. "EPA regulates greenhouse gases -- sort of | Opinion Blog | dallasnews.com ." //Opinion Blog | dallasnews.com// . N.p., 28 Mar. 2012. Web. 30 Mar. 2012. [].


 * Precis:** In this aloof opinion editorial, Mitchell claims that the EPA's regulations on greenhouse gases are clearly the path of least resistance and political advantage and will not have follow-through by belittling the support and power of the rules.


 * Commentary:** By not giving the new EPA regulations any merit or credit, Mitchell makes the reader not consider its potential as well.

REHUGO 5: Domestic
 * Citation:** COLLINS, GAIL. "More Guns, Fewer Hoodies - NYTimes.com." //The New York Times - Breaking News, World News & Multimedia//. N.p., 28 Mar. 2012. Web. 30 Mar. 2012. [].


 * Precis:** In this sarcastic opinion editorial, Collins asserts that whenever there is a terrible shooting, politicians talk about everything except whether the tragedy could have been avoided if the gunman had not been allowed to carry a firearm by mocking Congressmen and using Trayvon Martin's death as an example.


 * Commentary:** While the nation is enthralled with the Skittles sales, hoodie stigma, and racial issues of Martin's death, Collins points out a unique perspective and uses a story that is dear to everyone's heart to prove a point that they might not have otherwise listened to.

REHUGO 6: International
 * Citation:** ARONSON, BERNARD. "Can Brazil Stop Iran? - NYTimes.com." //The New York Times - Breaking News, World News & Multimedia//. N.p., 3 Apr. 2012. Web. 4 Apr. 2012. .


 * Precis:** In this forward-thinking opinion editorial, Aronson claims that Brazil should voluntarily end its uranium enrichment program and call on other nations to follow by praising Brazil's growing economy and influence, addressing a counterargument, and listing benefits short and long-term benefits.


 * Commentary:** Most Americans are in fear of Iran's potential nuclear weapons and are looking for a solution. Most look to the U.S. to take control, but by posing a unique solution with another country in control, readers are willing to listen.

REHUGO 7: International
 * Citation:** Schake, Kori . "Afghan Civic Leaders and Troops Need Time - Room for Debate - NYTimes.com." //The New York Times - Breaking News, World News & Multimedia//. N.p., 3 Apr. 2012. Web. 4 Apr. 2012. .


 * Precis:** In this assertive opinion editorial, Schake inisists that America should not withdraw from Afghan sooner that 2014 by outlining how counterinsurgency wars work, highlighting the progress already accomplished, and explaining how pulling out now would defeat the purpose in the first place.


 * Commentary**: Those who support Obama, those who are against the war overseas, and those who are just tired of fighting all have their reasons of why America should withdraw as soon as possible. Schake address all of their concerns by pointing out the irony of pulling out now: Obama's drawdown timeline does not match the timeline for achieving his war aims.

REHUGO 8: International


 * Citation:** Bali, Asli. "To Stop the Killing, Deal With Assad - NYTimes.com." //The New York Times - Breaking News, World News & Multimedia//. N.p., n.d. Web. 12 Apr. 2010. [|www.nytimes.com/2012/04/11/opinion/to-stop-the-killing-deal-with-assad.html?_r=1&ref=opinion].


 * Precis:** In this informative opinion editorial, Bali asserts that the intentions of Friends of Syria to provide safe zones and non lethal aid are counterproductive by explaining how many minorities do not support the rebel leaders and the organization would therefore be taking sides in a civil war.


 * Commentary:** Bali appeals to both sides of the issue by pointing out the counterproductive nature of the intervention: if they intervene in an attempt to promote peace, they will stir violence.

REHUGO 9: International
 * Citation:** Kennedy, Joseph . "Ban âPureâ Speculators of Oil Futures - NYTimes.com." //The New York Times - Breaking News, World News & Multimedia//. N.p., 10 Apr. 2012. Web. 11 Apr. 2012. .


 * Precis:** In this analytical opinion editorial Kennedy argues that speculation on oil futures is causing prices to rise disproportionately to the material value and should be regulated by using comparisons to other futures markets, discussing the material value of the oil, and giving a detailed history of the oil futures market.


 * Commentary:** Kennedy's use of pure fact makes it clear that speculators are holding down America, and therefore the world's economy.

REHUGO 10: Domestic


 * Citation:** Douthat, Ross. "The Liberalism of Fear - NYTimes.com." //2012 Election - Opinion - Campaign Stops Blog - NYTimes.com//. N.p., 10 Apr. 2012. Web. 11 Apr. 2012. [].


 * Precis:** In this distasteful opinion column, Douthat claims that liberal campaigns use a frenzy of either hope of fear to elect their officials by using vivid language and a discussion of past politicians.


 * Commentary:** Douthat expresses distaste for liberal political actions while inadvertently placing conservatives in a pedestal.