1. In your own words, what was the main argument of John Oliver's video? Do you agree with him? Why or why not.
2. Do you think journalists should focus more on "the news people need to know" or "the news people want to know?" Explain your reasoning.
3. Do you think young people would be willing to pay for quality news? Why or why not?
4. For your first graded article-writing assignment, the profile, list three people related to SMC who you could profile. For each person, explain briefly why you might choose them.