Fall 2009 Discovery Topics

Here is your chance to post your discovery topic and get some feedback as a result. First, why does this topic interest you? Does your topic concern the nation as a whole, or is it more of a local issue? Briefly explain why you're exploring this issue or what you hope to gain an understanding of. Lastly, what might be your first discovery or research question?

Please write informally (i.e., in first-person) and know that this response may even be used as your initial paragraph for the discovery essay. (I'm actually encouraging this.)

A Contrary Perspective

Recently a colleague of mine told me that he is boycotting the Whole Foods Market chain because of the following editorial, which was written by John Mackey, the founder and CEO of Whole Foods: John Mackey: The Whole Foods Alternative to ObamaCare - WSJ.com

I found my colleague's reaction interesting, especially after I read or "perused" Mackey's article published in the Wall Street Journal.

I understand that my colleague has freewill, and he can certainly frequent any store or establishment he chooses. I am not arguing here that boycotting Whole Foods is wrong. (Personally, I find Whole Foods' prices to be too high.)

Nonetheless, do you think my colleague's reaction to the above article is fair? What are your thoughts on Mackey's editorial?

John Mackey later responded to the public outcry against his ideas on healthcare reform. Here is his blog response: The CEO’s Blog » Blog Archive » Health Care Reform – Full Article

Has your position on John Mackey's healthcare proposal changed any after reading his blog response?