In the following blog post I will be predicting the audience of my argument and where those particular audience would look regarding the subject and in what genre. I will also provide linked examples to those location and genres.

Brandon, "There is no audience" 9/7/11 via Flickr.com

Parents: parents are a likely audience to look into my topic because they are very involved in school funding debates and are looking for more concrete examples and evidence for their claims, as well as support from credible sources.

Statistics: Washington Post, Huffington Post

Inequitable school funding called ‘one of the sleeper civil rights issues of our time’

115 education groups: GOP No Child Left Behind legislation is vastly underfunded

Public Argument: Washington Post, Huffington Post

School Funding Inequality Makes Education 'Separate And Unequal,' Arne Duncan Says

Why Arne Duncan is Right on Equity in School Funding

Administrators: administrators are likely going to be looking into my topic because they are the ones typically held responsible for the legislation that affects students and faculty. They are looking for explanations, evidence, and support.

Data Reports: Institute of Education, Department of Education