His inauguration speech was so effective that it captured the entire nation’s attention by the use of rhetorical devises such as antithesis, anaphora and imperative sentences to help him strengthen his purpose of unity and reassure American’s that their freedom would be upheld. John F. Kennedy begins his inaugural speech by using antithesis to emphasize the importance of his success in the presidential race. Kennedy describes his victory as “symbolizing an end, as well as a beginning -- signifying renewal, as well as change.” This helps him create his purpose that he is going to take action but still hold onto the beliefs of our founding fathers. Kennedy Is reassuring America that even though they are going through tough times with the cold war, that they have to refer back to their roots for guidance. By describing these responsibilities passed on to the new generation, Kennedy invokes the need for the people to continue to support the ideas of freedom that have made the country so successful.
Chasing The American Dream For a long time, people have been migrating to America for the chance to find new opportunities. The United States is said to be the land of the free. It is seen as a country where citizens can choose their own path and create their own wealth. The opportunities are endless, which drives immigrants to this country. Everyone wants to live the “American Dream.” This is the idea is what drove Sam Zemurray to America.
They believed they had a destiny. The idea of a Manifest Destiny is a belief that was held in the middle and latter part of the 19th century, that it was the destiny of the United States to expand its territory over the entire continent of North America and to extend and enhance its political, social, and economic influences across the world. During the years when Manifest Destiny was held in high regard it was a common belief among the people that they were chosen by God to become greater and more powerful than they already were. They believe God wanted them to spread their influence from the East to the West and they were to do this by expanding and gaining new territories. This was the excuse they used to justify some of their
is one of the best. The qualities of sensational leaders are firm commitment to and exponentially growth in the cause they are fighting, lack of progress without their presence, and vivid memories and praise even after they pass. Martin Luther King, Jr. possessed impressive leadership qualities. Not only Americans but also citizens of other countries still look to his ideas for inspiration. He was the most courageous and dedicated leader during the civil rights struggle, and his leadership impacted millions.
Pride is found in every American, no matter what age, gender, race, color or creed. One must say their words proudly, and take pride in every written word, and the founding fathers did just that. Pride is not only the foundation of some of America’s most significant documents, but also the drive for America’s most influential figures. I know personally, I take great pride in everything I do. Anyone who has ever written a paper, sang a song, run a race or anything of the sort knows that when you are finally finished, your accomplishment feels so much more significant if you really gave your all.
Immigrants will only continue to impact the United States positively. Not one part of the United States was made without involving immigrants. Americans can not survive without the help of immigrants because immigrants have created so many inventions that are the basic needs of people. Immigrants continually bring new cultural ideas that just add to the American culture and they are the foundation of which America was born of. United States benefits from immigration in so many ways that without them American loses so much.
His 106 Paper1 Due 10/15/2012 Truman Doctrine Throughout history, many people have put their thoughts into action to create a better environment for all. The American presidents have all contributed to society and history while they were in office. Their ideas of how the nation should be adjusted have helped as well as hurt the United States as a whole. One of these presidents that significantly altered the history was president Harry S. Truman and his Truman doctrine. In 1947, Harry S. Truman manufactured a set of guidelines he thought was appropriate for the situation the United States of America was presently in.
My Le Professor McNeil English 1101-113 6 October 2012 Paper 1 “Final Draft” The drive for a perfect lifestyle falsely pulls many people to America. Everyone views America as a place for freedom and prosperity. They come in search of the American dream but many just find a life full of greed. The American dream is known as a belief of gaining the flawless way of life through hard work and dedication. Each person has a unique take on what they believe the American dream is, but every person’s American dream has a goal of success and happiness.
While in the modern world advertising is much more accessible and very heavily abundant in day to day life, the promises and big talk of the new world during the early stages of America were just as effective in encouraging the progression of a “countercultural idea” running rampant through the soon to be citizens of our new nation. According to Thomas Frank, this idea was nothing new and seems to constantly exist where any sort of striving for personal gain is present. Starting in the ‘60s and continuing on in to the current day and age, it seems our society is spinning in a perpetual “rock ‘n’ roll” era (Frank, Pg166). That meaning the advertising fed to us by everything from cola companies to shampoo manufacturers is all fast paced and appeals to the thrill seeking rebel in each of us (Frank, 167). So at the moment, “an eternal fleeing of ‘sameness’[...]” is the ideal we strive for (Frank, Pg 166).
By the time someone of my generation steps in and becomes president, the economy will be in full affect. This generation has so many bright and intelligent people who already have plans to better the world around us. We will bring this world to peace and give Americans that security that they have lost over the years. It will be very difficult, but with great effort and hard work it can be achieved. The future of America is a bit foggy to some, but to others it is clear that our country will come back and once again be a dominant nation.