2 Goals for my second multi-draft

Two goals that I have for my second multi draft assignment are to get a better grade, and to improve my own writing skills. I did pretty good on the last one, which gives me a good feel on how I should write the upcoming assignment. Ways I can improve my writing and my grades are to use less un-cited rhetoric, explain key points more thoroughly, and use less passive voice. If I can change these vital things than i'm sure that my skills and grades will benefit, further setting me up for better writing in the future.

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Target: Libya

In the ABCnews online broadcast of "Target Libya", (http://abcnews.go.com/WNT/video/target-libya-gadhafi-target-missile-us-obama-war-president-13181038) I observed some small examples of bias as well as why no one watches ABC news. The broadcast seemed to be portraying the situation as aggressive on the part of the United States. Conservative sources would likely disagree on this statement. Also, many parallels were made with this situation and the situation in Iraq back in the 90s and early 2000s. Noticeable signs of bias were seen in some of the facial expressions of the news anchors as mentioned in Tipping Point. You could obviously see the change in tone and expression when talking about the Iraq war or how the United States launched more missles into Libya than any other nation of the Coalition. And as for why no one watches ABC news, it is not because of its liberal bias. It is simply a horrible news report. The anchors are ugly, have bad hair, and in my opinion show less emotion than a jar. If I wanted news with a liberal bias, I'd watch MSNBC, at least they do it right. Personally I'll stick with Fox news, I enjoy my conservative news.

Am I fashionable?

Fashion is something that I've begun to care less and less about since I've gotten to college. In high school I was always buying the newest things like shoes, t-shirts, hoodies, jackets, and hats; all of which were expensive. However, I think that most of those things were just to fit in. Since entering college I've learned to care about myself a little more and to care a little less about what others think. As a result, I don't mind wearing solid t-shirts (although they do seem to be making a comeback) and jeans from target. I'm happier, and so is my wallet. Also, I've had a girlfriend for about three years now, so who am I trying to impress anyway? You don't have to dress like the latest ad in Esquire to have a good life, impress people, or make friends. Maybe one day when I'm making six figures, I'll have the money for a nice Armani wardrobe, which is certainly nothing to sneeze at. Fashionable clothing is not a necessity, but who wouldn't want a pair of pre-ripped 400 dollar jeans?