In case anyone is interested in discussing Michelle Obama's recent statements in a rhetoric class, here's an interesting MSNBC debate on the topic: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aEZCor8LqVk

Which commentator is more persuasive? Does Mr. Scarborough's overbearing, macho approach succeed in getting the better of the more conciliatory (but yet firm and outspoken) Ms. Brzezinski? How much of a role do race and gender play in how this story is being covered in the media?

If anyone is talking about gender in classes, you should at least read this recent editorial from the Daily Texan. It's probably too illogical to spend much time on in class, but it would make a good example of poor reasoning.....

Over at A Collage of Citations, Michael recommends Gender Ads.Com, a site that looks like a great tool for those doing rhetorical analysis of Ads.