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Analysis Of The Magazine Black Enterprise By Alfred Edmond Jr.

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Francesca Di Biasi Ms. Davis COD English 1 H Period 1 29 September 2014 Senior vice president and editor of the magazine Black Enterprise, Alfred Edmond Jr., in his article, Why Asking for a Job Applicant’s Facebook Password Is Fair Game, addresses the topic of employers asking their employees for a Facebook password. He argues that is certain special cases an employee should give up their password, but not for just any job. He also brings up the point that an employer should have the ability to ask for access. He supports his claim by establishing his credibility, appealing to the reader’s emotion, and providing facts and incidents. Edmond’s purpose is to bring light to both sides of the argument of whether or not asking for a Facebook password is fair game. Alfred Edmond Jr. adopts an understanding tone because he understands both sides of the argument. Edmond’s ability to consider different points of view is what makes his article affective. Alfred Edmond Jr. is the vice president and editor at Black Enterprise. According to the magazine’s website, this “is the premier business, investing, and wealth-building resource for African Americans.” (Black Enterprise) The audiences targeted by this magazine are entrepreneurs and business leaders. The readers of the article can immediately sense Edmond 's authoritative stance as an employer. When asked on the show, Your Business, whether or not a business owner should be able to ask a potential employee for their Facebook

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