In 1961, John F. Kennedy gave his inaugural speech and addresses the changes he will make and attempts to gain trusts of citizens. Kennedy addresses the problems the country has been facing as the cold war just had ended. Kennedy's speech was one of the inspirations and hope for to the people, he wanted to win the confidence of many by giving a speech based on many noble ideas. John F. Kennedy wanted to point out that he would not think twice about using all possible forces due to the fact he wanted to keep peace and prosperity through the U.S... To continue, he goes on about developing other countries as well by pledging to help themselves and their country. He warned all the countries not to depend on America's success but for them to form their own freedom …show more content…
Kennedy recognized all the presidential duties he had to accomplish and acknowledged the trust that was placed upon him to lead our country. The young president spoke to the entire nation after a close election, and especially during the time Americans were growing fearfully of a long drawn out cold war. He spoke to the nation and let the people know the differences between America and the enemies he as well outlined the specific responsibilities and obligations of the United States and the citizens. Many of the historians of the cold war and biographers of Kennedy agree of the quality and significance the speech gives. Kennedy’s inaugural address was certainly crafted well, and that alone may account for some of its fame. Yet there was so much more to the speech. Kennedy’s speech also created a bolder vision for American foreign policy, a vision that
On October 22, 1962, President John F. Kennedy reached out to America and the Cubans with his Cuban Missile Crisis Address to the Nation. During this time, the Cold War had occupied several countries of world. This war resulted from tensions, military and political, between Russia and its allies and America, its allies, and the Western Hemisphere. When President Kennedy gave his speech, Russia had occupied Cuba and began building military bases that contained nuclear warheads and other deadly missiles. People of America saw this as a threat to the freedom of the U.S. and the Western Hemisphere. In a time of great tension and fear, President Kennedy delivered his spectacular and reassuring speech that appealed to the citizens of American in several ways.
It was on January 20th 1961 that John F Kennedy gave his inaugural address after winning the presidential race and beating future president Richard Nixon. President, John F Kennedy in his speech, The Inaugural Address, he describes his plans for growth in America. Kennedy’s purpose is unite the people of the U.S. and bring everyone together for the good cause of promoting growth in the country. He creates a very inspirational tone in order to establish a connection with the U.S. people. In his speech Kennedy really used several rhetorical strategies of persuasion to motivate and persuade the U.S. people that they made the right choice in choosing him.
Kennedy was elected president in the year of 1961. Which was during the time that the Cold War was in full swing. The Cold War being the tension filled era between the superpowers in the east and the superpowers in the west. Contrary to the other two presidents, JFK was not speaking to the American public at the time of the war 's conclusion but right near the middle of the 40 plus year issue. Regardless he was assuring the public. He stated, “...that the torch has been passed to a new generation of American-”. That optimism cannot be matched. Even at the darkest of times could he stand up there, the president of the United States, and tell the young people of America that their time is now. Not only that but he attempts to inspire Americans when he says “Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe to assure the survival and the success of liberty.”, which was definitely a knock at the Russians. JFK overall had this persona about him. This was the speech where muttered that historic and uplifting quote, “And so, my fellow Americans: ask not what your country can do for you--ask what you can do for your country.” His message of peace and coexisting really stand the test of
His speech contained persuasive appeals such as logos and pathos. Kennedy says “This peaceful revolution of hope cannot become the prey of hostile powers...our neighbors know we shall join with them to oppose aggression anywhere…let every power know this Hemisphere intends to remain the master of its own house.” This strong quote corresponds with pathos, it pertains to the emotion of hope and courage that the U.S. needs to maintain its high ranking status among other countries. This shows that he wants us to be ready for anything
In conclusion, this speech was structured beautifully. Its use of figurative and expressive language makes it an unforgettable speech. Kennedy does a great job of using pathos, ethos, and logos to reiterate his commitment to the American public as well as discuss expected changes. Given the state of the world at the time of his inauguration, the decision to rely so heavily on pathos and ethos was a wise one which got the job done. His use of the rhetoric triangle effectively conveys Kennedy’s plan for America to not only her citizens, but to the world.
John F. Kennedy’s central argument in his inaugural speech is that America needs to act. During this time the Cold War was occurring, causing both America and the Soviet Union to compete in an arms race to see who could make the most nuclear weapons. Kennedy states that America needs to fight for freedom while also negotiating peace with communist countries, especially the Soviet Union. Kennedy does not want a nuclear war to occur, so he wants peace before another world war happens. Kennedy also talks about helping the poor people in other countries.
During the time of domestic war at home and foreign relations concerns, the United States of America experienced one of the greatest time periods in American history which was during what people called the "Camelot" period. This occurred when the 35th President John Fitzgerald Kennedy was in office and he initiated a period of social development which overcame major differences between Americans and the rest of the world. President Kennedy was inaugurated on January 20, 1961 and became the second youngest and first Catholic president of the United States. This new president initiated a series of new changes in the country, from which he became an inspiration to many Americans, as he is still remembered for his idealism and courage. He was the leader of the Democratic party and won the election by 49.7% of the votes. Kennedy was seen as an intellectual young man who's beautiful wife helped his political image. JFK initiated many programs to help improve American society. Kennedy was one of the most prominent leaders in the civil rights of African- American citizens along with the other leaders like Martin Luther King Jr. and Rosa Parks who were becoming the voice of these American minorities. He commenced the creation of the Peace Corps to the New Frontier Program. Kennedy also worked on reforming U.S. immigration and made the commitment to win the space race before the Russians. Kennedy focused on Russian-American relations during the Cuban Missile Crisis and as the risks of a nuclear attack increased, Kennedy signed a treaty with the Soviet Union preventing the use of nuclear weapons. One of the most famous quotes that JFK is known for is: "Ask not what your country can do for you- ask what you can do for your country" . His ...
After being elected the 35th President of the United States of America, President John F. Kennedy delivered his inaugural address on January 20, 1961. He spoke of his intentions of being the leader of the United States of America and stressed unity and the hope for a better future. The inaugural address is regarded as one of the most famous and well-written speeches in history; it was brief yet contained countless examples of beautifully executed literary devices. The concepts along with many quotes are often still valued and used in society today. In his inaugural address, John F. Kennedy’s use of metaphor and parallelism effectively motivated American’s to do their duty for their nation and the human race.
As emblematic representatives of their country, U.S. Presidents exercise their beliefs and concepts regularly through the use of eloquence. John Fitzgerald Kennedy was elected president of the United States in 1960. Kennedy became president during times of great danger and fear for the nation of America, and others around the globe. With Communism being further more popular, and large weapon’s being frequently produced all around the world, the people of America needed a new premier commander. As the youngest elected official to ever govern the White House, Kennedy wanted to show his genuineness as a ruler, and verify that his presidency would lead to great hope and future. The president’s inaugural address allows the president to lay out his
JFK was trying to tell his listeners that he would try his best to bring peace to the country and that he would treat everyone equally. He says here: "The world is very different now. For man holds in his mortal hands the power to abolish all forms of human poverty and all forms of human life." World War ll had happened a little more than 20 years ago, John F. K. was probably alive through that time and did not want a war while he was president. JFK was more than likely not the person who wrote this speech, because presidents usually have somebody else who does that kind of stuff. Although he might have helped out and gave whomever wrote this some idea of what the speech should say. JFK however was the one who gave the speech. Because every new president who get elected should give an inaugural address. I have not actually been to any presidents inaugural addresses, mostly because I am not a political person and because I really don't care what they have to say. These presidents cannot really fix the problems of the state, the country or even the world.
will pay any price to continue the legacy of liberty. He also calls the nations together in paragraph 6 where he says “divided there is little we can do.” This means that nations must unite to accomplish any good in the world. In paragraph eight, JFK vows to bring liberty to the most abstract places where liberty has never been. Also, in paragraph nine, Kennedy states he will fulfill the promises that had been made to South American countries, but never kept. In paragraph eleven, he tells our foes that he wants a new beginning, and if we do not come converge technology in new weaponry will destroy us and even destroy the whole world. In paragraph seventeen, he says we should use our technology for the good of all mankind, not for the destruction of some other group we do not agree with. Instead of constantly being in search of some new complicated weaponry, we should always be trying to develop an new medical technology such as the cure for cancer. In paragraph twenty one, Kennedy puts the burden of uniting the world on individual citizens, not huge governments or organizations. He asserts that only individuals can make a change, and if anything is to be done serious changes must be made. Kennedy’s famous quote, “ask not what your country can do for you-ask what you can do for your country”, lies in paragraph 25. This holds true even today. We should not ask for things from others. We should always have the mindset of helping others,
Since the birth of the United States, the president has always had more responsibility than to just be a leader. He is to represent the people by being one of the people. The inaugural speech has always been a milestone for the country in terms of a first glimpse of what the future years might look like with the new leader. It is the first time that the new president can present to American people the plan they have in leading the country. The key to a successful inaugural speech is to have it be memorable and powerful, and John F. Kennedy's is noexception. Through the use of rhetoric, President Kennedy is able to clearly pave his plans plans for America
On January 20th, 1961, John Fitzgerald Kennedy gave a speech to the nation, which encompassed a new vision for the country with a new generation. That speech was JFK’s Inaugural Address. As the new 35th president, JFK was the youngest president to enter the oval office at the age of forty-three ("Inaugural Address."). The nation was still in in the process of healing after World War II. In the eyes of the masses, John Fitzgerald Kennedy was a breath of fresh air for the American People. He was a youthful president, with his youthful image; he was able to rally the younger generations with a progressive vision. This speech was a message to the nation in which JFK outlines a new direction for The United States by securing it’s freedom, being a competitive nation in all aspects, and rallying the citizens behind the government.
Kennedy was the 35th president of the United States of America. His inaugural address showed his stance on freedom, and he said some controversial statements that fazed many during that era. He was very committed to the idea of freedom for everyone no matter what race, religion, status, etc they were. Kennedy made an extreme sacrifice when he was unfortunately assassinated because many learned about him and his beliefs. His inaugural address states, “Ask not what America will do for you, but what together we can do for the freedom of man.” (Kennedy). Similarly, he was earnestly passionate about freedom for all and that any sacrifice no matter how extreme, would be necessary to achieve freedom. Consequently, he was adamant about preserving liberty, and he was faced with issues at a public level. Kennedy expressed his feelings about helping less fortunate countries even though some people opposed his beliefs. He said, “If a free society cannot help the many who are poor, it cannot save the few who are rich,” (Kennedy). Moreover, he stressed that Americans should be grateful that they lived in the U.S. Also, he was determined to preserve America’s freedom that was earned from hardships of the
On January 20th, 1961, U.S. President, John F. Kennedy delivered his most famous oratory work. At a critical moment of American history, John F. Kennedy was elected as the thirty-fifth president of the United States. Kennedy was elected at a time of great turmoil in not only the United States, but also the world. With communism spreading throughout the world 's nations and dangerous weapons being manufactured by the world 's great powers, the citizens of the United States were looking for a leader. As the country’s youngest president and first Catholic ever elected to date, Kennedy needed to prove his credibility as a leader, and prove to the world that his term would be one of change and hope. A president 's inaugural address is a speech that provides a first impression to the public. In his address, Kennedy provides a well-organized effective speech that uses emotional language to set up his ethos, logos, and pathos to a wide array of audience.