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False Accusations
This paper discusses how a person's reputation may be ruined by accusations and concentrates on the case of baseball star Barry Bonds.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages) | 6 sources | MLA | 2008 United States


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Paper Summary:

In this article, the writer points out that the reputation of a political figure, of an eminent student, or of an athlete is one of the most important aspects of his career. However, the writer notes that once a scandal breaks out in which one's reputation is torn apart, no matter the actions undertaken following such an event or whether one is guilty of the charges being brought upon him or not, that reputation can rarely be saved and rebuilt. The writer discusses that the case of baseball star Barry Bonds is a worthy example of the fact that scandals, regardless of their factual support, can decisively ruin one's reputation and image, not only towards the fans, but also in regard to the sponsors and investors. The writer concludes that in the eyes of the world, Bonds is guilty for the simple fact of having cast a doubt on his performances and may end up being labeled as just another player on steroids.

From the Paper:

"The rivalry existing between the two of them manifested at all levels, but especially concerning the physical abilities. In an attempt to take away the chance of winning new standards on world records, Bonds appealed to Anderson, a weightlifting trainer, who provided the athlete steroids as well. The visible changes that were noticed on Bonds' body made the world suspicious over the possibility of the athlete using steroids. However, neither his innocence nor his guilt can so far be proved.
"There are those who argue in support of the athlete's innocence, and others who argue against. Bonds' claims of innocence are based on the idea that although his test results did come up suggesting he has taken steroids, knowingly, he did not consume any enhancing performance drugs."

Sample of Sources Used:

  • Fainaru, Mark Wada, and Lance Williams. "The Truth About Barry Bonds and Steroids". SI.com website. 2006. 24 Jan. 2008 http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2006/magazine/03/06/growth0313/index.html
  • Associated Press. "Bonds pleads not guilty to 5 federal charges". MSNBC. 2007. 24 Jan. 2008 http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22136895/
  • Fox Sports. The Barry Bonds Case is Absolutely Nothing Like the Palmeiro Case, Peroid. 2006. 24 Jan. 2008 http://community.foxsports.com/blogs/NorthSider/2006/04/17/The_Barry_Bonds_Case_is_Absolutely_Nothing_Like_the_Palmeiro_Case_Peroid
  • Williams, Lance, and Fainaru Mark -Wada. "What Bonds told BALCO grand jury". San Francisco Chronicle. 2004. 24 Jan. 2008 http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?file=/c/a/2004/12/03/MNGGFA0UDU65.DTL
  • Ubersite. Barry Bonds: The Home Run Argument. 2005. 24 Jan. 2008 http://www.ubersite.com/m/62623

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APA Citation:

False Accusations (2012, February 09). Retrieved February 13, 2012, from http://www.academon.com/Persuasive-Essay-False-Accusations/106562

MLA Citation:

"False Accusations" 09 February 2012. Web. 13 Feb. 2012. <http://www.academon.com/Persuasive-Essay-False-Accusations/106562>




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