Unification and foreign affairs are vital concepts that must be addressed when the President of the United States is serving in office. Failing to clarify these topics will result in a divided nation, making it difficult for the audience to accept the president’s ideas. In order to clearly present these claims, the president must be able to effectively influence the American people through his use of rhetoric. The evolution of rhetoric from our founding fathers have dramatically molded our nation to who we are today.
In George Washington’s “Farewell Address,” he discusses the importance of preserving the union and to avoid sectionalism in our nation. He cleverly used personal pronouns in this speech to instill a sense of patriotism that will convince the American people to support this idea. Washington uses the word “I” to show his personal beliefs and to humanize …show more content…
In order for him to effectively communicate his discernment for foreign affairs, Washington uses both logos and pathos. In his “Farewell Address,” he states that “Tis our true policy to steer clear of permanent Alliances, with any portion of the foreign world,” meaning that it is our responsibility to not fully invest our time with other countries. Due to his first-hand experience toward this matter, he can logically provide facts that will effectively support him. Alongside his use of logos, he also uses pathos to influence the American people through fear. For example, Washington threatens the audience by reminding them of their times with Britain. This effectively manipulates them to value isolationism, rather than relying on other countries. Once again, his ideas were disregarded when the U.S. became involved in both World Wars; however, his technique using both logos and pathos in the speech are still found in recent political figures and constantly preached throughout the
In George Washington’s “Farewell Address,” he discusses the importance of preserving the union and to avoid sectionalism in our nation. He cleverly used personal pronouns in this speech to instill a sense of patriotism that will convince the American people to support this idea. Washington uses the word “I” to show his personal beliefs and to humanize …show more content…
In order for him to effectively communicate his discernment for foreign affairs, Washington uses both logos and pathos. In his “Farewell Address,” he states that “Tis our true policy to steer clear of permanent Alliances, with any portion of the foreign world,” meaning that it is our responsibility to not fully invest our time with other countries. Due to his first-hand experience toward this matter, he can logically provide facts that will effectively support him. Alongside his use of logos, he also uses pathos to influence the American people through fear. For example, Washington threatens the audience by reminding them of their times with Britain. This effectively manipulates them to value isolationism, rather than relying on other countries. Once again, his ideas were disregarded when the U.S. became involved in both World Wars; however, his technique using both logos and pathos in the speech are still found in recent political figures and constantly preached throughout the