Critical Thinking: Distinguishing Between Correct Information, Misinformation and Outright Lies
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A 6 page review of the contemporary state of information presentation in the modern world. Makes the comparison between the modern world and those concepts depicted by George Orwell as Newspeak and Doublespeak. Acquaints technology with the increased propensity for misinformation and bias and provides several examples. Suggests that the discerning individual be aware of this trend and make informed decisions about which information to believe and which to discount as non-factual. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PPthink.wps

Politics And Communication
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A 3 page paper analyzing George Orwell's 'Politics and the English Language.' Using examples from contemporary politics, the paper wryly argues that both tact and diplomacy would be impossible if speakers were forced to tell the unvarnished truth. No additional sources cited.
Filename: Orcomm.wps

Ken Kesey's 'One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest'/ Heroism
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In 7 pages the author discusses the topic of heroism in 'One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest' by Ken Kesey. In this novel the story is presented through Chief Broom's (Bromden) eyes. Chief Broom is an Indian that has been receiving so-called treatments of electro-convulsion. The protagonist is Randle Patrick McMurphy. McMurphy is also the hero of the story, although his heroism is not what one would consider being 'normal' heroism. His heroism is because of his attempting to get the patients involved and because he is willing to stand up to the antagonist. Heroism in '1984' by George Orwell is also briefly discussed. No additional sources cited.
Filename: PCofocnh.doc