Electoral Rhetorical Analysis

Many people are discontent with the United States government. Ironically, the very same peoples’ actions often contradict their extensive complaints. An innumerable number tend to sit around and whine that things could be better while playing the role of spectators. They act as though they are watching a stage performance; they clap when the show is going well, and boo when it is not to their satisfaction, instead of participating in the show to add improvements. Peaceful resistance is frequently overlooked, but can prompt favorable changes in a society. In elections, the public's’ say is not as relevant due to the Electoral College, which can discourage voting. Many people accept the lie that they cannot do anything to make an impact. Voting …show more content…
When anger is evoked, and the thirst for change becomes too great, protesters can lose their heads. Causing destruction and wreaking havoc does not substitute as civil disobedience. This has been a problem recently during the inauguration of an extremely controversial president. There are a large number of people who disagree with his policies, his lack of political background, or some, just don’t like his character. Unfortunately, many of these individuals have turned to violence and rioting to make their point. All this does is cause tension among voters, and gives protestors a bad reputation. The purpose is not to bash the government. The purpose is not to act like rebellious teenagers. The purpose it to achieve mutual respect between protesters and the government, and to do what is best for the country as a whole. Protestors should not be aimlessly tearing down politicians without a real objective. The motivation for peaceful resistance should be selfless change, not malice. When Rosa Parks remained seated in the center portion of the bus, it was not because she wanted to personally attack the white man who needed a seat, it was because she wanted to provoke change that would help a copious number of people. And she