Ann Coulter and Michael Moore are from extreme sides of the political spectrum and speak up about what they believe. I definitely consider both individuals to be protesters in their own ways.
Ann Coulter is an extreme republican who is a famous writer on political topics. I consider her a protester, because whether or not you agree with what she says or how she says it, she definitely takes a stance on many political issues and voices her opinions loud and clear. She has written books, keeps a blog online, has written various political columns, and seems to never turn down a chance to be on TV or radio so her voice is heard. I believe that Ann Coulter has more so created a character that many people either love or hate and although she does make many points that people could agree with, I believe a lot of what she says is for publicity purposes and ensuring that her name will not fade out of the spot light any time soon. So although she is a protestor, she is at the same time somewhat of an actor almost who is craving media attention (which is not necessarily wrong seeing as she is an author and wants her books to sale).
Michael Moore is also absolutely a protester. Through his many documentaries he has made it clear that he is an extreme democrat, and has voiced his opinions, like Ann on many different topics. His documentaries have depicted many different issues today in a way that he sees fit. I believe both Coulter and Moore have used the mass media and their works to disseminate information into the public that they deem important, therefore they both are active protesters. I believe the American public supports their work because some people believe with what they have to say and others find them entertaining. I believe Moore and Coulter have created these personas of celebrity status that gives them not only the means to communicate with mass amounts of people, but also persuade them, and let them make money while they do so. One thing I do want to make clear however, is that both individuals are most “persuasive” to those who already agree with them; therefore preach to the choir rather then to who they want to convert.
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I completely agree that both Moore and Coulter are only persuasive to those who already agree with them. However, I actually think Moore is more convincing than Ann Coulter. Ann Coulter provides false proof, and she never answers a direct question. Michael Moore, on the other hand, showed actual physical proof of what he believed in (though I admit he left out some evidence in his documentary). Anyway, if I had to support either Ann Coulter or Michael Moore, I would support Michael Moore.
I think your description of Ann Coulter as an actor is dead-on. Sure, she may believe some of the things she's saying, but anyone who has a heart will never treat war widows the way she does. But then again, Coulter is soulless...
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