Analysis and interpretation of Obama’s speech addressing the people. (1) "My fellow citizens: I stand here today humbled by the task before us, grateful for the trust you have bestowed, mindful of the sacrifices borne by our ancestors." Starting with the opening lines of the speech, a shift from the style of Bush, with the multitudes of “my fellow Americans” is evident. Obama’s form of address can be perceived as more inclusive, including all nationalities and ethnicities, applying a more citizen-centered
On January 20th 1961, John F. Kennedy delivered his inauguration speech to thousands of Americans after being sworn into office. Not only did Kennedy’s speech capture the attention of the country, it was so powerful that quotes from the dialogue are still remembered today as one of the most moving speeches to be given. Through different alliterations and gestures, the speech inspired the country to have hope for it’s future as well as realizing the importance of our country. Looking over a crowd
capabilities so they could become a world power. So with everyone having nukes, there was a giant fear that “Dooms Day” was coming and the Earth would be destroyed. In 1957 the Soviet Union launched Sputnik, the first man made satellite. This scarred Americans to death because they had no idea what they were dealing with. Is this satellite spying on them 24/7 or was it preparing to launch missiles at the USA? The fact of not knowing is what scarred the citizens of the United States. So with the 1960 election
“Letter From Birmingham Jail” is an emotional gaze into the authenticity of racial discrimination in 1960s America. King established this letter to his fellow clergymen which aims to address their concerns on the subject of the wisdom and timing of the nonviolent actions and the unjust demonstrations in Birmingham, Alabama that he and other fellow leaders carried out in 1963. King employs all three types of appeals ethos, pathos and logos; however, I discover that I am particularly moved by pathos
grow from them. Both of the speakers in Black Hair and Lost Sister has had to recognize the short comings of their culture to be accepted and grow in the American Culture. Gary Soto was born in a third-generation Mexican American family in Fresno, California (Criticism 368). He was first inspired by Robert Creeley’s anthology The New American Poetry and began to attend workshops with poet Philip Levine, who mostly wrote about urban living (Criticism 368). Even as a young boy Mr. Soto has recognized
an author’s word choice. Donald Trump starts off his speech by welcoming his audience: “Mr. Speaker, Mr. Vice President, Members of Congress, the First Lady of the United States, and my fellow Americans.” This is important to notice because he could have easily said, “Hello my fellow colleagues and fellow Americans,” but he decided to specifically call out certain people and recognize them at the beginning of his speech. Donald Trump also stood at the podium in hopes of creating a feeling of unification
explains to the public how he is going to implement the law and how we as americans should have embraced the law. The speaker of the piece is a leader. He is the president of the United States, and he is very compassionate about the law he is signing. The speech is given during the time of the civil rights movement. It makes the speech more important because it is dealing with a law that will change the whole course of American Society. The speaker says ''I am about to sign into law the Civil Rights
On my first shift in labor and delivery at Massachusetts General Hospital, the patient to whom my preceptor and I were assigned was a 30-year-old primiparous female from Germany who was in the first stage of labor, though not yet actively laboring. The patient was admitted for induction of labor post-expected date of delivery. She experienced some increases in the frequency and duration of contractions over the first few hours of our shift, but these changes were not clinically significant. After
the cold on January 20, 1961 with roughly 8 inches of snow on the ground. Before the inauguration could take place, Army flamethrowers had to clear the snow from Pennsylvania Avenue so fellow Americans could make their way to the swearing in. The newly sworn in President began his address by letting his fellow Americans know that he was willing to work with everyone, to make not only the United States, but each country a greater place for everyone to live rather than Kennedy used rhetorical devices
and blood vessels. Use our Find A Cardiologist directory to locate a cardiologist in your area. What is an F.A.C.C.? An F.A.C.C. is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology. Based on their outstanding credentials, achievements, and community contribution to cardiovascular medicine, physicians who are elected to fellowship can use F.A.C.C., Fellow of the American College of Cardiology, as a professional designation. The strongest evidence of achievement for those who earn the F.A.C.C insignia
. With freedom comes responsibility. . .” We as a country are not united by religion or culture but by freedom. It is our duty as Americans to give back to ones who allow us to express our diversity. My responsibility to America is to pay my taxes, stay informed with issue affecting my country, and to respect my fellow citizens and their rights. As an American citizen I am responsible to pay taxes. Some of the taxes I pay include income tax, sale tax, and property tax. By providing the government
On the 20th of January in 1961; our newly elected President, John F. Kennedy delivered his inaugural address to the citizens of both the United States and the world. This address became, and still is, one of the most influential and ideal speeches in the history of the United States, still remembered and quoted to this day. On the eastern portico of the United States Capitol in Washington D.C. the speech given marked JFK as the 35th president of the USA serving only one term until his tragic assassination
pain of reservation life, Native Americans drink. Alcoholism is a common disease among Native Americans. Violence is frequent in their homes and unemployment is high. To keep tribal cultures a live, Native Americans story tells. Storytelling gives meaning to a tribe's past and existence. Writer, poet, and filmmaker Sherman Alexie published a book called, The Lone Ranger and Tonto Fistfight in Heaven (1993). His writing involves his experiences as a Native American growing up on the Spokane Indian
signifying renewal as well as change.”(Kennedy) These three consecutive contrast just capture my interest. President Kenndy main topics in this speech were
Afghanistan; the American population has binded together and show that no matter what happens, they will overcome the adversity. Time and time again, Americans have proven to the world that nothing will keep them down. When a country is threatened as a whole, specifically America and 9/11, the citizens will come together, and they will express a great deal of patriotism while showing their worries towards national security. When the tragedy that 9/11 was happened, Americans came together as
The Narrative of the Life of Fredrick Douglass: An American Slave, is a save narrative written by Fredrick Douglass himself. The narrative comprises of eleven chapters that give an account of Douglass’ life as a slave, and his quest to get education and become free from the slavery institution. In this narrative, Douglass struggles to free himself from the mentally, physically, and emotional torture of slavery, and the slavery itself. Douglass was taken away from his parents at a tender age and sent
My Responsibility to America It is said that we are old and wise. In fact, we have been around for a long time. Blood has been shed over us and countless brave souls sacrificed themselves for our cause. We’ve been studied, debated, tested and strengthened. We’ve lived through seasons of war and peace, despair and hope, hardship and prosperity. Though our appearance is wrinkled and faded, over a million visitors stand before us each year for a brief moment to reflect on the meaning of democracy
According to the discussion with fellow classmates on the topic of consistency in reference of the Constitution and Bill of Rights in comparison to the newly added Reconstruction Amendments which we're the 13th, 14th and 15th, not only did it change American society drastically, but continues to have an on going impact in the 21st century most importantly modern day immigration. It was a catalyst for many other movements around the same time such as Women's suffrage and the rise of Feminists
Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE) – This certification is sponsored by the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE). To become a Fellow or obtain this certification, the fellow candidate must pass the Board of Governors Examination in Healthcare Management. Other criteria’s essentially required to be met involves: He/she
and foe alike, that the torch has been passed to a new generation of Americans, born in this century, tempered by war, disciplined by a hard and bitter peace, proud of our ancient heritage, and unwilling to witness or permit the slow undoing of those human rights to which this nation has always been committed, and to which we are committed today at home and around the world.” The president gave his speech at a time when the American people were growing increasingly fearful of a long, drawn out Cold