Should Tebow have agreed to do ad airing during Super Bowl?

First, read the following story by Jemele Hill on ESPN.com. Then, address one, or both, of the following questions by adding a comment below this story that includes your full name. In addition, comment on at least one of your classmate’s postings – and in a respectful, educated manner.

1. Should a TV network accept advertisements from organizations that create controversy? And is CBS consistent? After all, the TV network refused to take an ad from a gay dating service. Are there differences between these two ads?

2. Does this advertisement position Tebow as a hero or villain – at least, in the media’s mind? Read columns and stories by other media members and argue your point.

Class syllabus is set

You can click here to download a PDF of the class syllabus.

Class now has Facebook page

You’ll need to create a Facebook page before joining the group created for this class, which will have updates on assigned readings and writing projects. This is not required, but it is a great way to learn about changes or revisions before class. The page also includes key events for the semester.

Unforgivable Blackness

Here are some online resources you can use to get more information on Jack Johnson, the first black heavyweight boxing champion who faced extreme racism 100 years ago. His dominance over white fighters prompted race riots across the country. You can read (and listen to) an interview with the producer of Unforgivable Blackness by clicking here.

You can also read reviews of the book by the New York Times, by Joyce Carol Oates, and by the Boston Globe.