Jan 19, 2010

DAY 4 Journal Entry: POLITICS

Torture; one of the most heavily debated issues in the last election. Whether someone is arguing against torture based on ethical reasons or in favor of torture as a way to secure the safety of others, its difficult to exclusively agree with only one side of the debate.

The article from class that discusses the Catholic stance on torture clearly explains why the church does not approve with any type of torture regardless of the circumstances. In class, you were split into two groups, for and against.


In 250-500 words, please write a persuasive response that argues exclusively for one side of this debate. Remember that THREE points or reasons to support you argument. Depending on the position that you're arguing for, consider the ethical or the security issues the surround the "State Sponsored Torture" debate.