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https://www.nytimes.com/2017/05/05/arts/television/fcc-will-review-complaints-about-colbert-joke-chairman-says.html?rref=collection%2Ftimestopic%2FCBS%20Corporation&action=click&contentCollection=business®ion=stream&module=stream_unit&version=latest&contentPlacement=1&pgtype=collection&_r=0 Being on live television comes with responsibilities and the biggest one is watching what ones says in front of the camera. When people do not think twice before words come out of their mouth, they could say things that can be offensive to one's self or country. Stephen Colbert, the CBS late-night host demonstrated this act perfectly when he said a controversial joke that was taken offended by many audiences. Dave Itzkoff jumped at the opportunity to take action on this conflict and stated that the famous joke consisted of, "...coarse language to suggest a sexual relationship between President Trump and President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia." (Itzkoff 3). While writing about this accusation Itzkoff used concrete diction for the audience to really see his point of view. This leads into a directive tone that Itzkoff portrayed. For instance, "The joke was criticized for being homophobic and struck some conservative viewers as being beyond the pale." (Itzkoff 3). Furthermore, many viewers wanted Stephen to be fired and never return to CBS Network for his use of offensive words. The author also appeals to ethos by incorporating quotes from Stephen Colbert himself. Colbert responded to the audience's reaction by saying, "“So while I would do it again, I would change a few words that were cruder than they needed to be...Life is short, and anyone who expresses their love for another person, in their own way, is to me, an American hero." (Itzkoff 4). He straight up admitted that he did not regret in any shape or form of what he did, and that he would do it over if he could. This results in bad press for CBS Productions because it makes them look as if they do not care what people will think and let their staff do whatever they want. This is why rules are set in place. Itzkoff's purpose was to inform CBS about the actions that were displayed on their show and how it was unacceptable. He also wanted audience to see this so that they know how CBS Productions works in regards to their anchors. The argument was solid because he provided evidence from CBS Late Night show and credible responses from Stephen Colbert while containing a directive tone and providing strong diction. Only took a few words to put Stephen Colbert's career on the line, maybe he'll think twice before saying an offensive joke again.
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