Robert Murdoch Doesn T Know Black Jonathan Capehart Summary

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The color of your skin these days gives you the right to say and do certain things. In Jonathan Capehart article “Rupert murdoch doesn't know black”, Capehart argues that because murdoch is white he does not know what real black is nor does he have the right to suggest that he does. However because Capehart is basing his argument on other people’s opinions and use of logical fallacies his argument becomes idle and even debateable. Capeharts belief on the situation is apparent throughout the article. From the very beginning of the article the author's tone is sarcastic and even a little angry. He shows this by stating “ Last I checked, Rupert Murdoch isn’t black. I’m sure he has African American friends, but having melanin-enriched compadres

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