4. Donald Trump 's specific language
Donald Trump has mastered the power of language to influence audience like no other politician. All his speeches are emotionally-charged. He uses specific and strong words put in rather short sentences. His goal is to make sure that the audience and potential voters will remember what he was talking about. The way he speaks is distant from the popular modern political rhetorical rules. He uses punchlines and underlines something he wants to be remembered by placing the most important word at the end of the sentence. The way Donald Trump is using the language is not common in a political world as most of politicians are rather careful of what they say during their public speeches or in the Internet. In
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He uses short sentences, he ends his phrases with the strong words such as ‘dead’, ‘trouble’ and then he repeats them over and over, so that his listeners remember better the message he intends to send. By using the second-person imperative mood he creates an impression that he addresses his listeners directly. For the great majority of people his language seems rather laughable or even horrifying. Some opponents of his claim that he feels absolutely no obligation to finish a thought or complete a sentence nor to explain to his audience what he is going to do in terms of policy. But those who are tired of a modern political rhetoric filled with vague, meaningless words may find Donald Trump’s language surprisingly refreshing and clear. Donald Trump does not employ any speechwriters. Whenever he talks, you know that it is Trump talking. His speeches are always emotionally-charged. Many times he does not refrain from using insults to make his point stronger. And perhaps the most marked characteristic of Trump’s language is that he constantly revises, amends and even contradicts his previous thoughts. He seems to be well aware of who his public is and what they want to hear from him and this may be the strongest asset of Donald Trump in the presidential
He uses credible sources and quotes by President Trump such as, “There was no way of making a correct statement that early”. This quote by Trump had been made to weaken the fire that he started with his improvised remarks and last minute speeches to try to correct his misleading statements. Many of the author’s quotes in this article had been mostly to prove how President Trumps lack of awareness and knowledge on this issue had always been his own fault, but also lacks courage to admit to his mistakes. Some of the other supporting statements by the author include, “Mr. Trump said his initial statement was shaped by a lack of information about the events in Charlottesville, even though television statements had been broadcasting images of the violence throughout the morning.” This statement by the author is portrayed as his criticism against President Trump and proving a flaw in his words during his speech
President Trump established ethos by using first and second point of view. This helps him achieve his purpose of convincing to the nation that him being the president is what is best for the country. He uses personal pronouns "you", "our", "we", and "I" to appeal to the listener, so that they feel included in fight to join both sides of congress to help better America. He states, “Tonight, I call upon all of us to set aside our differences, to seek out common ground and to summon the unity we need to deliver for the people...” (Trump).
President George W. Bush gave a speech titled “9/11 Address to the Nation,” where he reassures the nation of our country’s strength and even calls it the “brightest beacon for freedom.” This event was a suicide bombing of the World Trade Center where approximately 3,000 people were killed and nearly 6,000 more were injured. Although it was one of the worst attacks in American history, it unified the nation in more ways than one. This speech was made even more important after a tragedy like 9/11 because the nation had been frightened by these acts of terror and was in need of the inspiration of our most powerful leader: the commander-in-chief. Throughout this speech, Bush uses rhetorical devices such as pathos, analogy, epithet, and asyndeton
Given that he spoke for the American people, he implies that as a nation, we have had to make some difficult choices, but, yet we make those decisions with courage and determination that keeps us united. This is one of the many points that highlights his speech. Giving positive and strong statements adds strength to his speech which keeps his audience occupied with his words. Hence, it is very important that audience is listening and comprehending what is being
n “On the Death of Martin Luther King Jr.” Robert F. Kennedy persuades American not to create violence following Martin Luther King Jr’s assassination instead hold together as a nation. The speech was compelling because of the power it conveys, and the use of rhetorical devices. Pathos and Ethos to give the feeling of emotion to the crowd. With the power of pathos Robert F. Kennedy can relate to what they feel because he has gone through it to with his brother getting assassinated. John F. Kennedy was assassinated and Robert Kennedy is his brother, so he can feel the pain they are going through.
Roosevelt’s “big stick” ideology, which can lead a nation to greatness if handled correctly, can be seen throughout his foreign diplomacy, and although Trump has used a very similar approach, he speaks a bit louder and is more willing to use the
The author’s tone in a speech often represents his attitude toward the subject. Ronald Reagan addressed the nation in his Inaugural Address on January 20, 1981. He stated “Well, this administration’s objective will be a healthy, vigorous, growing economy that provides equal opportunities for all Americans, with no barriers born of bigotry or discrimination.” This quote shows how Reagan is confident that Americans will be getting helped by his administration. George W. Bush also used tone in 2001 when he gave his speech to Congress after the 9/11 attacks on the United States.
It was important that Bush use rhetorical appeals such as ethos, pathos, and logos in his address to the nation. He also needed to use the hope and history on which America was built on to unite the
He states, “We will defend our allies and our interests; we will show purpose without arrogance; we will meet aggression and bad faith with resolve and strength; and to all nations, we will speak for the values that gave our nation birth.” The repetition of “we will” brings determination, and inclusiveness towards the audience. Bush outlines what America will do as a country, not what he will do as an individual. The American people feel united with Bush as if they are all the same team. He avoids speaking out his own political aims that might be deemed as controversial.
He appeals to the anger of Americans by saying things such as, “For too long, a small group in our nation’s capital has reaped the rewards of the government while the people have borne the cost.” and “Washington flourished, but the people did not share in its wealth.” (5) He joins in this anger in order to unify the nation and call out the other players of the government. This outpouring of emotion from the president evokes a heated tone that may just cause an uproar. Trump wraps-up his speech by repeating his famous phrase over and over.
A President’s job is one of the most difficult to accomplish successfully because you must make the correct decisions and win the favor of the American people. In 2012 President Obama gave his presidential acceptance speech and changed the views of Americans by showing that he was a hard working individual and that he would try his best as President once again. President Obama’s acceptance speech showed the American people that he was grateful for this chance he won and that he will try to make America great once again and how democracy and politics is not just for the privileged individuals but for everyone in America. President Obama, during his speech, uses many rhetorical devices to appeal to the common American and uses select phrases in his introduction and conclusion to persuade the American people that he is one of them and that he is a hard working President who will try his best in the future and make America better than it ever was.
A meticulous analysis of President Donald Trump through the theoretical paradigms would enable one to adopt some of best strategies followed by the model leader Donald Trump, or else it might throw light on the need to be thinking on one’s
As the speech goes on, however, the president gets more passionate and has fewer pauses. The only really questionable aspect of Bush’s speaking is his excessive use of the word and. He begins many statements with and. He, also, tries to continue with his speech too early in the times that the audience interrupts him with clapping--many times continuing with and. Overall, Bush keeps his speaking elements relatively easy and careful.
In his inauguration speech, he motivated and inspired his audience using his well thought arguments and passionate tone, as well as his use of rhetorical strategies. Donald Trump is usually thought of as a powerful speaker partly due to his arguments. In his speech, his points were clearly laid out and easy to grasp. One such argument that he uses is America’s current state in both economy and general state of being, as he clearly states when he says, “We 've made other countries
His speech is similar to the one he gave in 2008 and contains repetition and conveys his political views. We notice how Obama opens his sentence with the same words such as: “We want”, “You’ll hear” and “That’s”. His speech is followed by the ideas about the USA, Americans or what the future holds for them. The first rhetorical device used by Barack Obama in his speech is an Anaphora. He starts his sentences with the same lines.