Wilson Chapter

I am afraid these files are too large to go by email so I am posting them. Here is the chapter from Wilson on public opinion:



Wilson 1



Wilson 2

Some quotes that seemed apropos...

"High hopes were once formed of democracy; but democracy means simply the bludgeoning of the people by the people for the people."

-Oscar Wilde

"Most people would rather die than think; in fact, they do so."

"One should respect public opinion insofar as is necessary to avoid starvation and keep out of prison, but anything beyond this is voluntary submission to an unnecessary tyranny."

-Bertrand Russell

Professor's politics

Here is an article on the political leanings of college professors that makes interesting reading in light of Professor McElvaine's editorial:

http://www.weeklystandard.com/Content/Public/Articles/000/000/006/120xbklj.asp

Professor McElvaine's Op-ed

Here is a link to our own Robert McElvaine's Op-ed that came out last Friday.

http://www.clarionledger.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20050909/OPINION/509090315/1166

What do you think of it as a piece of persuasive writing?