Two questions that were checked a lot on my sheet were: “What psychological studies show average people doing horrible things?” and “What leaders throughout history have used power without harming others?” I think it is extremely feasible for me to research both of these questions further in my essay and I plan to do so. I think that psychological studies are great sources because they offer relatable data and they show how people act in controlled settings. I plan to focus on characters in leadership positions in the book but also look through other historical events as well. Both of these questions offer a lot of support to my thesis on Power and Leadership.
One question suggested by a peer was: “ What is the irony in Equiano’s situation being a slave turned slave owner?” I will touch upon this question in my essay because it is a perfect example of how power can make people do things that they would never imagine. Although Equiano barely touched upon this incident in his book, I take that as an indication that he was ashamed about his actions as a leader. This question makes me think about all the other people who were in a similar situation when given power. The guards of The Stanford Prison Experiment especially come to mind.
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You really seem to already have a lot of knowledge under your belt. I think you're heading in the right direction with everything; judging by the way you answered these questions and the way you plan to attack them.
You could also add your own opinion on Equiano's slave turned slave owner. Do you find this hypocritical? Or necessary to redeem himself? Or do you think this made him feel more worthy?
I love the Equiano question mainly because he is the perfect example of how power can do things to people that they never dreamed of.
Equiano's story is a story of irony. Also, maybe you could find an interesting current day example that is similar to Equiano's story so that we can have something surrent to relate it to.
-mia
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