TOPIC: Rick Perry is the current governor of Texas (and the longest serving governor in Texas history). Most political observers have noticed that he is already making moves to run for US President (again) in 2016. Hence, his speaking engagements garner a lot of media attention. Below is an article regarding some controversial comments Rick Perry made last week. I have provided the link to get you started — but please feel free to incorporate any other news resources you may come across. Also, since the topic may be considered controversial by some students — be cautious and treat each other respectfully in the discussion. (I am sure you would anyway, but I thought I would put in a reminder :)).
http://www.statesman.com/news/news/rick-perry-sparks-controversy-over-comments-about-/ngKKG/ (Links to an external site.)