Reflection

            Though I have never been too passionate about foreign problems, I thought it could make for an interesting topic of discussion. Upon thinking deeply about the issues and potential consequences of ignoring the world’s problems, I came to decide that assisting foreign nations is the right move to make. I didn’t have to use too much external information because I tend to be fairly informed when it comes to current events. I really only had to do research when I needed the technical details of an issue.

            As a finance major, I’m well-versed in the basics of economic theory. I used my knowledge of economics and applied it to my arguments in order to strengthen them. It’s always beneficial to apply what you study into other classes and everyday events, so it was helpful to me personally, in the sense that it allowed me to put my skills to practical use.

            After I used my prior knowledge to create logical arguments, I knew I had to use ethical arguments in order to be more persuasive. Because the nature of ethics can’t really be researched or understood through data, I simply used my own personal beliefs to back up my ideas. Though this part shows bias on my part, I believe a little bit of personal bias is required when discussing an issue you feel strongly about.

            As for what I learned, it helped me better understand where I stand with the issue. Like I said, I never put too much thought into this specific topic of aiding foreign countries. Now that I’ve questioned my own beliefs and took a position, I think it’s let me identify my personal character a little better. I really didn’t learn anything new in terms of real life examples, because a lot of what I wrote about is heavily discussed in the news. But I don’t think that’s a problem because the main point of this essay wasn’t to learn the technical details, but to create your own perspective on this issue of dying third world countries.