Fdr's Ethos Pathos Logos

Franklin Roosevelt was a good speaker and would talk to both sides of the party. It was his set of the Union address. He was a former governor of New York. He was also born in Hyde Park, New York. On January 6th, 1941 he spoke at the capital building in Washington D.C. FDR delivered his speech with the purpose of informing the people on the status of the United States. His ethos example was shown with “as a nation, we may take pride in the fact that we are softhearted.” (P.3) His second example was “under the guidance of God”. (P.6) His first Ethos purpose was to explain his viewpoint on war because other nations are at war. His second was showing allusion with the pledge we say every morning. His quotes were effective because he was able to relate to each side of going to war or staying out of it. …show more content…
The other shows effectiveness in reassuring our allies with dignity. His diction used in the first quote was to tell people the tax increase was to increase our war funds. He also mentioned our allies and our internal affairs. A pathos example is “ there is much loose talk of our immunity from immediate and direct invasion from overseas”(P.3) “ this is why the future of all Americas republics is today in danger”(P.3) the both show importance to protect our country. Right before speaking these examples, his voice and tone changed. He does this to show importance in what he is saying and it will stick in the audience. They could think that it is where he is speaking, he speaks for both sides during the speech. Some may get confused on what way he is opposed to