“Using the preceding thesis or creating your own, write an essay analyzing the rhetorical strategies John F. Kennedy uses in his inaugural address to achieve his purpose.” Former president John F. Kennedy is arguably one of the most well-known political figures in US history. Despite some controversial decisions made during his presidency, Kennedy has continued to remain one of the most highly regarded presidents in the public’s opinion. One reason for his immense popularity among the American people both during his term and in current times is his effectiveness as a public speaker. While each of his speeches is obviously centered on various topics, every one contains the same effective rhetorical strategies. Through his simple, optimistic, and charismatic rhetorical style, former president John F. Kennedy was able to connect with the American people on a personal level that no other president has ever been able to replicate.
This, to everyone in America, made him look honorable and trustworthy, because he shows he cares about the people and the country he is leading. To prove that he is a good leader, he had to follow up, balancing the economy. When the economy was balanced he wanted to pay attention to foreign affairs, which at this time was dealing with the soviet union. He was elected for a second term by a landslide, this shows that people liked Reagan as a true leader. Bill Clinton, the 42nd president of the United States, and second to be impeached in American history.
As many Americans know, the United States had better economic welfare and peace due to Bill Clinton’s successful political accomplishments. From creating a strong economy, to lowering crime rates, to improving the nation’s health, Clinton did it all. Bill Clinton’s accomplishments were truly remarkable due to believing in the common good of all citizens and the equality that many citizens experienced during his presidency. Bill Clinton’s success and numerous political accomplishments were the result of his social and political experience. Clinton worked together with his administration to create a better welfare for the benefit of all citizens.
Why Al Gore is the Best Democratic Leader of All Time Al Gore is the greatest democratic leader of all time. He has single handedly raised awareness of global warming in the world through powerful speeches, movies and even by organizing concerts like live earth. Al Gore has made governments in the world change their styles to caring more for our environment and staying green. He has even changed the way the American government runs their elections due to him being a catalyst in the controversy of the 2000 election. How has Al Gore contributed to the development of democratic decision- making you might ask?
Critical Commentary This piece is Barack Obama’s victory speech in Chicago, after winning the recent presidential elections. President Obama begins the speech with the word ‘tonight’, bringing his audience to reflect on what had just happened at that present time. The president uses positive phrases such as ‘won the right’, ‘perfecting’ and ‘moves forward’. This creates positive energy and in this context, provokes patriotism. The use of the word ‘forward’ also shows that Obama is prepared and is looking toward the future.
Obama’s trustworthiness, expertise, and concern for America are evident and he is a dynamic speaker. Obama’s speech positively embraced the blue collar and professional workers as one American family. Moreover, he acknowledged that hard work and sacrifice are products of a successful dream. In my opinion, it is astounding that a presidential nominee is humble enough to encourage others to pursue personal dreams. “It is that promise that’s always set this country apart, that through hard work and sacrifice each of us can pursue our individual dreams, but still come together as one American family.” Obama
Leadership Styles Annamarie Jenkins HCS/475 April 30, 2012 Successful Leadership Style There have been many presidents that have serve this wonderful country, yet there is one in particular that stands out the most. President Franklin D Roosevelt was a president that helped get this country through the first depression. He had many obstacles to deal with in his personal life but he did what was needed through his unique leadership to obtain the success of the United States. The following paragraphs will discuss his leadership styles and qualities that made him a successful president. Why this Leader was successful What made President Franklin Roosevelt a successful leader was that he had so many styles that was unique and capable in accomplishing tasks as president of the United States.
These three appeals make the speech livelier and let the listener or reader connect with the speaker. Ethos is an appeal that deals with the speakers’ credibility. The President makes the first appeal to ethos in the beginning of the paragraph by stating, “I stand here today humbled by the task before us, grateful for the trust you have bestowed and mindful for the sacrifices borne by our ancestors.” He just telling us that he is thankful to us that we have elected him as our president to tackle all the problems that his country is facing. There was another statement that really built his ethos. He mentioned that there was once a time when a black man, like his father, would not be served in public restaurants.
Agricultural productivity increased from 30% to 100% since 1978. (China: Building Capitalism with Social Characteristics). To combat food shortages and a rising population, Deng passed a one-child policy. Deng also opened free zones in coastal cities to attract FDI. By 1992, China succeeded in attracting $11.2 billion.
Raising Social Security’s Retirement Age Melissa M. Favreault and Richard W. Johnson July 2010 Increasing Social Security’s retirement age appears to be gaining political traction. In June 2010, the majority and minority leaders of the U.S. House of Representatives both expressed willingness to raise the retirement age. This would promote work at older ages, improve the system’s solvency by shortening retirements and reducing lifetime benefits, and better target benefits to the oldest Americans. It could, however, create hardship for workers with health problems unless Congress improves the disability safety net. Background • Retirees are eligible to receive Social Security benefits at age 62, the early entitlement age.