Inaugural Address of Barack Obama as well as John Fitzgerald Kennedy is powerful, highly infectious and is considered a classic speech. There are some similarities in them, either in propose or the usage of rhetorical device. Firstly, the ideas delivered mainly focus on the current situation, and inspiration of American dreams. Being confronted with the Cold War, in his address what Kennedy wants to deliver is to make the whole world know its policy, let all the nations understand its choice, that is, America will take the significant task to bring the freedom back, the freedom of its own nation, the freedom of the world. He believes and he wants all the people to believe that America will finally take the role of leading the world into a bright future, with the help of its incomparable democratic tradition, its progresses in science and technology and military affairs and its people’s hard efforts.
Martin Luther King called out to the right minded people “Now is the time to stand as tall proud unfettered men and it is time to cast off the shackles of oppression and go forth into the light of freedom.” (Reality Magazine 1996-2006) Simply because of the actions of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. our entire world has benefited from his strength and trying efforts, because of his outstanding leadership which brought out hope and determination for change to millions people. His philosophy for life and humanity was
Persuasion at Its Best During chaotic times, a man’s words have the ability to strongly inspire those who feel apprehensive about a crisis. After the shocking assassination of the great leader, Julius Caesar, in William Shakepeare’s Julius Caesar, Marcus Antonius (Antony) cleverly motivates the plebeians to join his side in order to fight the evil conspirators, Brutus and Cassius. Using persuasion, the use of language to influence people to behave in a certain way, he easily rallies the naïve people. Like any good, influential speaker, Marc Antony uses persuasive devices such as specific evidence, verbal irony, and loaded words to inflame the Roman citizens to mutiny against the cowardly yet savage senators who assassinated Caesar. Speakers today continue to use persuasive devices such as these in order to inspire groups of people to act.
Comparison between Hitler and Stalin Similarities: • Both were very skilled at using propaganda • Both were amoral • Both wanted to restore power to their countries Hitler and Stalin each used propaganda as their tool to further their ideas and help them gain the backing of the people in their countries. The form of propaganda that Hitler used, and was successful in using, was his words. Hitler made many speeches, but the one speech that was a famous one, was his final speech at his trial for treason. Stalin was also an avid speech maker and won many supporters from his speeches. Another form of propaganda that they used was through photographs.
As a visionary leader, he proposed a new country that would thrive without the relentless scrutiny of its Mother country. Washington’s moral and intellectual aptitude permitted him to approach the notion of war expansively and holistically. His morality under no circumstances failed to show his humility and his resiliency revealed his integrity and character. He proposed numerous routes and campaigns that helped the Americans to fight and defend themselves against the British in a practical manner. The competency of intelligence and moral character was and will always be crucial to any position of
On the other hand, the nobility had many rights. Today it’s greatly known that the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were well influenced from the Enlightenment. The Enlightenment thinkers argued against these traditions, and called for individual freedoms, governments of the people, and religious freedom. They were "enlightened" because they believed that humans could answer questions for them, and sought ways to put this philosophy into practice. John Locke, an Enlightenment thinker, highly influenced the Declaration of Independence.
Fair Weather Patriot Knowing the fight for independence was going to take all thirteen colonies, Thomas Paine understood that unity was essential. To gain that support, Paine wrote “The Crisis” in an everyday, familiar manner to inspire the common man to action. His quest was to enlighten and motivate a nation to defend a cause. Paine’s words are still relevant today and can be used to inspire America to come together regarding our major issues such as terrorism and economic distress. America’s oppressed can still be stirred to action with the words: “These are the times that try men’s souls” (Paine 637).
This was important for Hitler’s rise to power as he gained huge population and support due to his impressive speeches. Hitler was also constantly on the ball with what he wanted to achieve and was ruthless and determined in getting it. This made him a strong central leader for Germany, just like the Kaiser who had been in power just 15 years earlier. This also helped Hitler in his rise as many people were still pining for a strong dictator and didn’t believe in a democratic government. Hitler was also very good at reorganising the Nazi Party from 1924 to
Norman Barlow Professor Luciano Essay Draft November 29, 2012 American Flag The American Flag, what does it stand for? For many, it stands for unity and freedom. And desecrating and burning the flag should be made illegal. The American Flag is important to the United States of America. It is seen as a sacred symbol, symbol of strength and unity and represents freedom of speech.
During the Civil War, Cromwell commanded his troops with courage, valour, bravery, and employed great tactics at the battles of Naseby, Marston and many others. His contribution to democracy and politics relating to the people of England towered above any other. And finally, in the early years of his reign as “Lord Protector” Cromwell brought peace, harmony, and unity throughout the British Isles. Against: Although, at first, Cromwell may have been fighting for democracy, not dictatorship, towards the end of his control, he became power-hungry, strict, cruel, and similar to King Charles. For example, In 1649, Oliver Cromwell made a speech in which he said: “We fought for a world in that the voice of the people is heard; now we have that world.” But, just four years later in 1653, he made a speech wherein he said: “It is high time for me to put an end to your sitting in this place, which you have dishonoured by your contempt of all virtue.