1.  Premise is defined as:

• a proposition upon which an argument is based or from which a conclusion is drawn. (from education.yahoo.com)
• an idea or theory on which a statement or action is based (from dictionary.cambridge.org)

What is the premise of Dr. Williams' commentary?

2.  On what does Dr. Williams base this belief?

3.  Do you agree with Dr. Williams?  Explain your answer.

4.  How do experiences in your own life support your opinion?