Weekly Editorial - March 20, 2014
1. The purpose of an editorial/commentary is to explain, persuade, warn, criticize, entertain, praise or answer. What do you think is the purpose of this editorial? Explain your answer.
2. Tone is the attitude a writer takes towards his subject: the tone can be serious, humorous, sarcastic, ironic, inspiring, solemn, objective, cynical, optimistic, critical, enthusiastic…etc.
Which word do you think best describes the tone of the commentary? Explain your answer.
3. In paragraph 7, Mr. Crovitz writes: "The Obama administration's move could become a political issue in the U.S. as people realize the risks to the Internet. And Congress may have the ability to force the White House to drop its plan."
Write to your Senators and Representative to express your support for, or opposition to the U.S. giving up oversight of Icann. Remember to be clear, concise and polite.