Rhetorical Analysis Of Ronald Reagan's Speech About The Space Shuttle The Challenger

Ronald Reagan, who was a former actor and Californian Governor, wrote a speech about the space shuttle the "challenger" (1986); implies his empathy for the seven hero's, who died during the tragic accident. The calamitous setback helped many people mourn as a nation, although it may have been tough for the families, Ronald Reagan wanted the nation to come closer as one. One of the rhetorical devices that Reagan uses is that he builds trust that they will get through it together as a nation (ethos). Reagan also uses the appeal of emotion by using the connection between his family and those families that were affected. Reagan's purpose during the "challenger" speech was to salute the men and women who lost their lives and bid hope to those who