Amidst the cheers and excitement of the spectators the newly elected president placed his hand on the Bible and with conviction articulated the presidential oath of office. Then he situated himself at the podium and continued on to outline his plan for the nation during his presidency. The presidential inaugural address has been a cornerstone of America’s history since George Washington first delivered one after he was unanimously elected president. The inaugural speech’s central purpose is to address the nation about what issues the President will tackle during his presidency. These speeches are always powerful in meaning, and President John Fitzgerald Kennedy’s speech is no different.
In Robert Kennedy’s speech on the death of Martin Luther, Kennedy uses ethos and pathos to convince the audience that the death of Martin Luther King Jr. is not something that should cause hate and violence. Instead, Kennedy tries to convince them that King’s death should be used as something to unite the people. Kennedy uses ethos when he informs the audience that he had experienced similar feelings when his brother, John Kennedy, was also killed by a white man. This shows the audience that he knows what they are feeling and that he genuinely feels sad about Martin’s death. He also uses ethos when tells the audience that he is “filled with hatred and mistrust of the injustice of such an act”.
Throughout his speech, Kennedy carries himself with a magnetic charisma through his use of pathos and sympathy in order to win over the citizens of West Germany. Kennedy's speech is a statement of solidarity; from the beginning, he builds a notion of sympathy to his German audience through referring to himself as a “guest” and calling his two hosts “distinguished” men (1-3). Kennedy uses the symbol of General Clay, “who has been in this city during its great moments of crisis and will come again if ever needed,” (5-6) to establish a trust between America and Germany using one symbolic person, which weighs more than an impalpable nation (Mueck). Kennedy then alludes to the Roman Empire, where two millennia ago the “proudest boast was ‘civis
He uses it so the audience will remember that he promises to help the United States and other countries around the world. It also strengthens his credibility by using affirming words like “promise” and “More” to persuade the people they have made the right choice in making him president. Later on in his speech, JFK says “To our sister republics south of our border, we offer a special pledge--to convert our good words into good deeds--in a new alliance for progress--to assist
Ruveyda Karaca Ms. Brown English 1301 24 March 2016 John Kennedys Speech John F Kennedy has delivered one of the best speeches on January 20, 1961.His inauguration speech was super powerful and it has gathered every single person’s attention in the nation. It shows up a strong appeal to pathos, ethos and logos. Kennedy was the youngest president to be in office. In his academics he got his degree from Harvard and later on joined the navy.
Kennedy’s presidential inaugural address. Mr. Kennedy was very successful in using each of the modes of persuasion to his own favor. John was successful in using ethos, was successful in using pathos and was successful in using logos as well. Ethos was done with positive effect because Kennedy was a high standing political figure of an entire nation. Referring back to Queen Elizabeth as a high standing political figure as well- most people would respect Kennedy, most people would heed his advice, and most people would follow him as well.
We all breathe the same air. We all cherish our children's future. And we are all mortal.” This statement not only embodied the message that JFK advocates for in his inaugural address but this statement is also an example of an aphorism. Throughout his address, JFK utilizes rhetorical devices for various micro-purposes but for the macro-purpose of strengthening his position and furthering the endless mission of mankind: global equality and prosperity.
While the speech's respectful eloquence is appropriate for the occasion of an inauguration, its youthful energy and look to the future make it distinctly John F. Kennedy's. His young & charismatic image strongly appealed to the United State's newer use of media at the time, enhancing his public persona each appearance he made. With the use of a multitude of rhetorical strategies such as repetition, archaic diction, & tone, Kennedy formulated a speech worthy of embodying his form. During his inauguration, Kennedy was able to fulfill his purpose of truly constructing a speech of his own figure, that as well represents his goals for the future of America.
When analyzing “Remarks on the Assassination of MLK” I noticed that the speaker, Robert F. Kennedy use the rhetorical modes of ethos, pathos, and logos in his speech. This speech is a eulogy regarding to death of Martin Luther King Jr. spoken in front of a large mass of his supporters. In the third, sixth, and ninth paragraph, Kennedy uses ethos to try to win over the supporter by appealing to their morality. He explains that in order to move the country in a direction away from polarization they should make an effort to understand, comprehend, and replace violence with compassion and love just as MLK tried to do. Later on in the sixth paragraph, Kennedy states that America does not need division nor hatred but instead needs wisdom, compassion,
As President Kennedy enters office he gives an speech on the celebration of freedom; symbolizing an end, as well as a beginning of a new nation. Kennedy rises for the opportunity for persuasion after his inauguration has been addressed and he scarcely beats nixon. President Kennedy uses his authority for persuasion to bring the american people together under his power. The president uses the experience of war,poverty,and the desire for peace to develop an emotional appeal between the U.S and the world population. In this speech Kennedy uses ethos,pathos,logos,as well as other rhetorical devices to convince the audience.
As the 35th President of the United States of America during the year 1961, John F. Kennedy was an effective speaker regarding his rhetorical use of ethos. This alone gives John F. Kennedy credibility as he was the President of the United States. Before Kennedy became president, he obtained a college education at Harvard University. All the while Kennedy managed to serve in the United States Navy only to enter the field of politics after WWII. This significantly affects Kennedy’s ethos because he developed a greater education through means of college as well as a military proficiency in his time of service during WWII.
John also uses the device of allusion in which he says, “those who foolishly sought power by riding the back of the tiger ended up inside” he meant that those who follow the power become the power. One example of ethos that JFK used in his speech is, “with a good conscience our only sure reward with history the final judge of our deeds, let us go forth to lead the land we love, asking His blessing and his help but knowing that here on earth God’s work must truly be our own.” Meaning that God is our creator and his work is ours. One example of logos that John used in his speech is “new states whom we welcome to the ranks of the free” which means the new states are now apart of the land of the free and the home of the brave. Lastly, John used pathos as apart of his speech; “The energy, the faith, the devotion which we bring to this endeavor
The two essays and the picture in question all have differing styles. All of the pieces also contain different focuses, which contribute to their difference in style and tone. Inaugural Address, January 20, 1961 is an account of the words that John F Kennedy spoke shortly after being sworn into the office of the president of the United States. Inside Kennedy’s Inauguration, 50 Years On by Eleanor Clift is a collection of personal of individuals who were present at the event in 1961. Inauguration of John F. Kennedy, the photograph captured by the United States Army of Signal Corps, shows a clear depiction of the event.
In fact, Kennedy accomplished his goal and is still remembered today, as the best speech ever written and delivered. Kennedy presents his speech with strong Aristotelian appeals of ethos, pathos and the stylistic devices of alliteration and antithesis. Kennedy accomplished what every speaker strives for and surpassed it by capturing the hearts of the audience and inspiring the people’s trust. Ethos is a very important rhetorical device in speeches because it establishes a sense of credibility and trustworthiness with the audience. Ethos permits the audience to feel a sense of trust that is missing in some people’s speeches.
In his Inaugural Address, John F. Kennedy was quoted to say, “Ask not what your country can do for you, but what you can do for your country” (Eidenmuller). By saying this statement, Kennedy portrayed his beliefs on how to make America succeed. Kennedy attempted to convince Americans unity of their nation as a whole, rather than individual groups, would better our nation overall. John F. Kennedy tried to convey his concepts to the people of the United States by way of ethos, logos, and pathos. These three concepts are ways Kennedy ventured to appeal to his audience.
