Gavin O'Keefe Mrs. Meszaros AP Lang April 23, 2024 Rhetorical Analysis On April 10, 1962, America was coming out of a recession and John F. Kennedy was stuck to save the country from falling apart. The steel industry's price was raised by three and a half. Kennedy remarks about the news during a press conference on April 11, 1962, asserting that steel companies raising prices is harming American citizens. In his speech, Kennedy utilized his tone to emphasize the sadness for the citizens of America plus the hatred for the companies that raised their prices right after the recession. Additionally, Kennedy also asked Logos to explain why the price hike is overall going to hurt America. These two rhetorical devices strengthen his argument. Therefore,
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At the beginning of this speech, Kennedy says this about the American people, "sacrifices are being asked of every citizen"(line 15). Noting that the president of the United States knows about the problem that is going on. In the middle of the speech, JFK says,"The Steelworkers Union can be proud"(line 84). By doing this, it brings out hope for the workers and buyers of steel from these companies. Lastly, Kennedy, towards the end of the speech, "To consider what he would do for the country, and I asked the steel companies"(line 109)". Americans have already sacrificed a lot of money to the steel companies, and now it is the companies that have turned to sacrifice for the American people. Kennedy uses an empathetic tone to strategically make the viewers feel important. Kennedy had to unite the United States during this trying time. The second device used to strengthen the Kennedy argument is a logo. His line of reasoning appeals to the audience, which Kennedy hopes shows companies why it is a bad idea to raise prices. First, Kennedy stated that it "Increases the cost of homes, autos, appliances, and other items for every American family"(line
At the beginning of this speech, Kennedy says this about the American people, "sacrifices are being asked of every citizen"(line 15). Noting that the president of the United States knows about the problem that is going on. In the middle of the speech, JFK says,"The Steelworkers Union can be proud"(line 84). By doing this, it brings out hope for the workers and buyers of steel from these companies. Lastly, Kennedy, towards the end of the speech, "To consider what he would do for the country, and I asked the steel companies"(line 109)". Americans have already sacrificed a lot of money to the steel companies, and now it is the companies that have turned to sacrifice for the American people. Kennedy uses an empathetic tone to strategically make the viewers feel important. Kennedy had to unite the United States during this trying time. The second device used to strengthen the Kennedy argument is a logo. His line of reasoning appeals to the audience, which Kennedy hopes shows companies why it is a bad idea to raise prices. First, Kennedy stated that it "Increases the cost of homes, autos, appliances, and other items for every American family"(line