Sociology 12/5

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Criminology

Lecture on Hypnotically Refreshed Testimony

Discussion: Should hypnosis, and similar techniques, be used in the criminal justice system? Why or why not?

I hope all of you have found someone to interview for your project. If you are still having trouble locating someone, I may be able to arrange something for you. Please come to me after class with questions or concerns.


Death and Dying

Lecture on Euthanasia

Discussion: Considering the ramifications personally as well as socially, do you believe people have the "right to die"? Should people be able to choose when to end their lives absolutely, should there be laws that allow only physician-assisted suicides and how should they be written if so, or should no one be able to make that choice for themselves?

And for your information, you will be having a final exam. Please begin reviewing your course materials. A study guide will be made available at a later date.

Comments

Re: After Class

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"This is fine." Rogue shrugs. "It's just...I've been hearin' people saying this person did something very bad. And I know she couldn't have done it, because, well. I just know it." She bites her lip, looking extremely distressed. "I think people are believin' this. Even though anyone who knows her, knows it can't be true. But these rumors are spreadin' like a disease."

Rogue's shoulders droop. "I just don't know what to do."

[[This is fine for broadcast. She's talking in generalities anyway, since she doesn't know anything for sure, just rumors.]]

Re: After Class

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"A rumor can be a very dangerous thing," Grissom says quietly. "Have you spoken to your friend? Is she aware of these rumors?"

Re: After Class

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Rogue shakes her head. "I haven't talked to her. We're...not really that close right now." She shrugs, a self-consious smile on her face. "It's complicated, really." Sighing, she adds, "I want to talk to her, but I'm nervous about it. And I'm not sure what I'd say. 'I'm hearing at school that you're an evil person.' I don't know that she'd take that well, especially if she's already heard them for herself.

"I just know she didn't do this, Grissom, I just know it!"

Re: After Class

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"You seem convinced of your friend's... innocence. But things are not always what they seem," he says sadly. "I know it may be difficult, but I would talk to her if you could. Approach her privately, and ask for her side of the story. She may be upset at the situation, but she will probably be comforted there is someone willing to listen to her side of the story. I wouldn't act until you know where she stands, and what the whole truth is."

He pauses, "Is it safe, for you to do so? Could I help you in any way? I could speak to someone in the administration for you if you are worried about anyone's safety."