The Two-Sides

    
http://nevadasagebrush.com/blog/2010/03/08/shows-promoting-teen-pregnancy-patronize-viewers/

   In this article the author, Enjolie Esteve, mentions both sides’ opinions on teen pregnancy shows. Esteve states, I quote, “MTV is obviously trying to deter young viewers from unprotected sex by showcasing the negative effects of teen pregnancy and how it can completely change, and potentially ruin, one’s life.” Obviously she adds her own opinions on the topic which is biased. Esteve tries to persuade you by defending the show. Since this is an editorial, she shouldn’t voice her own opinions. Esteve’s viewpoint on the topic is some what two-sided. She’s not all for the teen pregnancy shows, but she also states how teen pregnancy shows can help viewers.

    

    Esteve’s main idea for writing this article is to inform all types of people the pros and cons about teen pregnancy shows. You can tell this is her main idea because throughout the article she makes a statement like “While MTV’s tactic is meant to be a subliminal public service announcement, having the teen moms repeatedly talk about their inability to practice safe sex (with most girls blaming their boyfriends for not wanting to use condoms) and crying about how they just want to party like regular teens just makes the girls look like buffoons and exposes them for the naïve children they really are.” Obviously a con about teen girls on pregnancy shows. “MTV is obviously trying to deter young viewers from unprotected sex by showcasing the negative effects of teen pregnancy and how it can completely change, and potentially ruin, one’s life.” Esteve always gives pros though.

    This article isn’t very reliable because of the fact it’s all opinions. The article is recent and so is the blog that the article is on. If you’re looking for information, this article would not be the place to go.

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