The Declaration of Independence

The Declaration of Independence is an astonishing and breathtaking piece of literature that was written by Thomas Jefferson. It is a beautifully written argument stating the eighteen complaints against King George the third. Jefferson's diction and use of vocabulary words creates an astounding effect for the argument. The Declaration of Independence is a type of argument that uses the combining of induction and deduction. This document was written to rebel against King George the third. Thomas Jefferson uses evidence towards the end of his argument (induction) and lists eighteen complaints in the beginning (deduction).
"He has refused to pass other Laws for the accommodation of large districts of people, unless those people would relinquish the right of Representation in the Legislature, a right inestimable to them and formidable to tyrants only," Jefferson states in his third argument. This argument accomplishes to declare that King George the third only allowed the English to pass laws. Another argument given was, "He has called together legislative bodies at places, unusual, uncomfortable, and distant from the depository of their Public Records, for the sole purpose of fatiguing them into compliance." This was the forth argument expressed by Jefferson, explaining the long and tiring travels people had to take in order to attend the meetings that were held in far away locations.
Today's laws are much more reasonable due to The Declaration of Independence written by Jefferson. The meetings are held in more convenient locations and laws can be passed by the government creating a peaceful society amongst the people.

Article #5

"Chaotic scene at Long Beach fatal shootings described"
By: Irfhan Khan and Catherine Saillant
Source: The Los Angeles Times

On September 21, 2013 The Los Angeles Times reported a tragic yet anarchic event that occurred in Long Beach. The night before the 6500 block of Rose Avenue had a huge party. This party consisted of loud music, screaming, and deaths. An investigator talked with one of the 6500 block of Rose Avenue neighbor, Erica Reeder. On the same night Reeder reported she was at home watching TV Friday when she heard at least six cops arriving. Reeder also heard women screaming and one of them yelled, " 'My brother's shot. My brother's dead. Someone shot my brother'." At 9:55 P.M. on Friday night, the Long Beach police men started "they received several calls about shots fired." Sergeant David Marander of Long Beach told The Los Angeles Times on Saturday, there were two men shot dead and two women were taken to the nearest hospital. One of the women that were taken to the hospital was announced to have no fatal injuries, but the other was in critical condition. The two men's indentities were not released yet. The Long Beach police are still looking for the shooter but have assumed he/she was not among the group at the party. He/She decided to approach the party from the street and started shooting in the backyard where a small party was taking place.

Article #4

"Graciela Martinez Dead: Teen Found In Car Couldn't Get Out Of"
Source: The Huffington Post 

14-year-old Graciela Martinez was found dead in her brother's car. The Huffington Post notified the world on September 14, 2013 at 12:33 P.M. On Wednesday, Graciela Martinez was locked into her brother's BMW unable to exit. Patricia, Martinez's sister had told the station, " 'She was a nice person. She came from school and then [went] to work, and then after work she would help mom around the house'." The car was parked outside Madera South High School located in Madera, California. The problem Martinez had was the faulty locks in the car. The police told The Huffington Post Graciela Martinez had fallen asleep that morning and then realized she was locked in. Detective Robert Salas also reported the car had a defective locking system and the car will have to go through a couple a tests to determine the truth. Martinez died from a heat stroke or "environmental hyperthermia". The young girl's family is extremely heartbroken for their unfortunate loss. There are many tests being conducted to the brother's BMW to actually prove the explanation for the faulty locks. The Huffington Post will yet notify everyone with the results and justification. This arcane situation will will be posted sometime next week.

Article #3

"Fatal shooting of girl, 3, at Yellowstone National Park investigated"
By: Matt Hamilton
Source: The Los Angeles Times

Yellowstone National Park service is investigating the murder of an innocent 3-year old Idaho girl. The girl was shot on the Yellowstone campground, officers were informed on September 8, 2013. On a Sunday at 5:39 P.M. the young girl's mother tells the officials that her daughter shot herself. She used a classic handgun to perform suicide. Ever since 1978 at Yellowstone National Park, a murder has not occurred. Carrying a gun with one while in a national park is legal because of the passed amendment by senator Tom Coburn. This became a law in February 2010 after President Obama signed it. However, releasing a bullet in the National park is not permitted and is also a crime. Yellowstone National Park is one of the most visited and popular national parks in America. It was also the first national park ever established (year of 1872). It is the home of grizzly bears, wolves, and herds of bison and elk. "Each year, more than 3 million people visit the park," The Los Angeles Times states. The identity of the 3-year old child will stay a secret until Monday, September 9, 2013, at the request of the victim's family, Al Nash told The Los Angeles Times. 

Despicable Me 2

The sequel to "Depicable Me" has out done itself. The cast did a wonderful job creating this chilrden's film. Directors: Pierre Coffin and Chris Renaud; Writers: Ken Daurio and Cinco Paul (screenplay) contributed immensley to give the audience a good laugh. They achieved their goal with high ratings from critics. The average rating for "Despicable Me 2" was about 76%, while the audience rated the movie 85%. On July 3, 2013 (release date of the movie), Odie Henderson reviewed "Despicable Me 2" with both "thumbs-up" and "thumbs-down" views. Henderson begins talking about "Despicable Me" with satisfaction. He enjoyed the first movie and expected so much more from the second. From the "thumbs-down" aspect, Henderson describes the dismay of the hero, Gru. Gru was a villain in "Despicable Me" who decided to leave his criminal days behind him to become a father figure to the three lovely children he had adopted. In the second film, Gru is nothing like how he was before, but instead he is pleasantly gentle and reasonable. On the "thumbs-up" side, Henderson states is "a series of touches made with love and attention by cast and crew." Throughout this review, Henderson uses claim of value to demonstrate his opinion of the film. He talks about the parts of the movie that disappointed and pleased him. However, Henderson also shows claim of facts in his review of the film, by stating the amount made from the 2010 movie, "Despicable Me," which was $251 million dollars. Overall "Despicable Me 2" was given a great review. Children and parents loved it. It was an astonishingly entertaining film that made everyone laugh.

http://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/despicable-me-2-2013

Article #2

"Handcuffed Women Ejected from Moving LAPD Patrol Car, Injured"
By: Joel Rubbin
Source: The Los Angeles Times

On September 2, 2013 at 6:36 P.M. The Los Angeles Times informed the city with the news of a women being ejected from a moving LAPD patrol car. The woman, Kim Nguyen, a 28 year old was arrested early on March 17 in Koreatown. Nguyen was seriously injured in this dreadful accident. Her jaw was shattered and she experienced bleeding in the brain. The woman was handcuffed during the entire incident making it difficult for her to open the door of the patrol car. Nguyen declares she does not remember falling out the vehicle. A lawsuit was filed by Armoldo Casillas, Nguyen's lawyer, stating the two officers last names and first initials.
She was arrested for the suspicion of public intoxication. Nguyen claims she and two other male friends were waiting for a designated driver to arrive. Later the officers arrested her when they witnessed Nguyen running across the street towards a late-night cafe. After the accident she was immediately taken to a hospital once the paramedics arrived. She was unconscious for most of the accident. Three surgeries had to be performed on her jaw, taking several days to recover. The two officers report, "the car had come to a stop at an intersection and Nguyen had fell out as the driver accelerated to about 10 miles per hour." The video proves that the driver did not come to a complete stop and was driving faster then the speed limit.

Favorite Ice Cream Flavor

One cannot compare the delightful, appetizing, savory, heavenly (asyndeton) flavor of the chocolate chip cookie dough ice cream to any other. Once you take in a spoonful, you forget about life around you and focus only on devouring the delicious unbaked chunks of cookie dough. The mouth watering taste makes a person crave for endless scopes. Sweet and tasty, delicious and delightful (polysyndeton)? What more can a person ask for? As you take your first bite, you see the chocolate chips and soft cookie dough floating in the rich creamy vanilla ice cream. Each chocolate chip melts into your mouth. Every piece of cookie dough makes your taste buds water. Chocolate chip cookie dough is the number one ice cream ever created, and we should all show a great amount of appreciation to the creators of this ice cream flavor, which happens to be Ben and Jerrys (ethos). There has not been a moment where I have walked into Ben and Jerrys and not ordered this incredible flavor. Every time I see the chocolate chip cookie dough behind that glass wall, my eyes start to sparkle. I urge everyone who is reading this to walk over to the nearest ice cream store and try this remarkable flavor. It does not get any better than chocolate chip cookie dough, I guarantee it!

Pathos was used throughout this paragraph to persuade readers by describing the delicious taste of chocolate chip cookie dough ice cream.