Fdr Inaugural Address Rhetorical Analysis

President Kennedy always wanted above average and never wanted to settle for good, but for greatness. His inaugural address was his first step into greatness. He was a firm believer in unity and being together as one in this country. Throughout his short, but successful presidency, he shows how important togetherness is to make the country strong. January 1961, John F. Kennedy became the 35th president of the states and was giving his inaugural address. John F. Kennedy’s pathos, logos, and repetition in the speech allow the American people to be eager for his presidency and allow them to see the changes he foresees for the country during his term.

It was a time that our country had never witnessed nor expected. Who would’ve thought the following of some of the greatest times in United States, such as the roaring twenties and the start of the Industrial revolution, would result in some of the darkest days the United States has ever seen. Starting the in late 1920s and throughout 1930s, was what we know as the Great Depression. Franklin Delano Roosevelt was sworn in as the 32nd president on March 4th, 1933, a year in which was considered one of the lowest points of the Great Depression. A damaged and torn nation looked to its new leader in hopes of economic resilience and prosperity. FDR’s inaugural address is considered to be one of the most famous acts of public speaking where common sayings such as “Only thing we have to fear is fear itself’ were first uttered (Moley 1). In a time of such unconventional circumstances, FDR’s inaugural address reassured the American people that the United States will become the great country it once was.

The United States is justified in their entrance into World War II, due to the nature of the country and the world amidst this time. In regards to the country, the attack on Pearl Harbor necessitated said entrance as failure to do such would indicate an isolationist policy which lacerated the boundaries of a country which is designed to protect the people. Despite the elucidations of Charles Lindbergh, the country was placed in a compromising position following the aforementioned attack. The reason being, that the utmost duty of the government is to protect and take into account the best interests of the people. Thus, the country was forced to respond by virtue of the potential future ramifications that a lack of response posed. Moreover, contrary

Along with the Neutrality Acts, the United States wanted to ensure that they are providing the proper materials for their Allies to be successful against Germany and Japan. Therefore, President Roosevelt sign the lend-lease program on March 11, 1941 to express the neutrality of America and the benefits they would give to other nations. The lend-lease program was simply, “To provided for military aid to any country whose defense was vital to the security of the United States.” (FDR introduces…) Great Britain was the main country that Franklin D. Roosevelt wanted to aid being short currency on military goods like food, raw materials and arms. By providing all these resources to the United Kingdom they will be able to fight against Germany

Lincoln talks about his presidency and what happened, the division of everyone and slavery. This happened March 4th, 1865 after Lincoln’s inauguration. The purpose is to lay the foundation of unity in a nations stricken and divided by cultural and ethical differences. Some of the feelings people were feeling are; neutral, somber, and

John F. Kennedy is the 35th president of United state of America, at mean while the America was undergoing a time of conflict between the Soviet Union. The world was separate to two parties. The Soviet Union and the USA both showed their power to the world. At same time the JFK held an Inaugural Address to the all citizen of the worlds.

“The test of leadership is not to put the greatness into humanity, but to elicit it, for the greatness is already there” (Buchanan). On a cold morning on January 20,1961, John F. Kennedy had just pronounced his solemn oaths to the nation in front of thousands in the audience and the millions listening in on his broadcast. Standing at the nation's capital, he was ready to deliver his inaugural speech. Being a leader of an enormous country and a leading figure in the free world you must know how to deliver and craft a speech. John F. Kennedy knew this well and in knowing that he wrote this speech to specifically invigorate the american people and send shockwaves across the globe. In a time of crisis where the cold war grew increasingly tense and total annihilation was imminent, a leader needed to show the american people hope in the coming dangers. In this analysis I will explore the aspects on how Kennedy makes a powerful and encouraging speech by knowing his purpose,audience, and addressing the situation america is in and also using rhetorical appeals such as logos, pathos, and ethos . Kennedy in this speech has many goals of what he wants to do with his country but he also wants to send a message to every other country out there.

The United States’ goal was ultimately to help defend its alliances, especially Europe. Roosevelt realized that isolating the country from the War in Europe would not help the country in what they wanted and that “isolation or neutrality was simply impossible and unrealistic”(Iriye 7). He was aiming for peace, freedom and democracy. But Roosevelt felt that they could not have those three aspects with knowing that the United States’ allies own peace and freedom

After a period of time where President Roosevelt did not speak to the people, he finally broadcasted one of his fireside chats on the radio. Here, he discussed the national problem of unemployment. Through a variety of rhetorical devices, Roosevelt was able to eloquently describe the positives and negatives of the situation, and how he was in no way satisfied.

The Allied Powers led by Britain, France, the Soviet Union, and the Republic of China had gone to war with the Axis Powers led by Nazi Germany, Italy, and Japan. America had decided to practice separatism and watch the war from the sidelines. Though America was not fighting in the war yet, they still played a part. America, like in World War I, was still trading with both sides of the war. They traded weapons, vehicles, and other important materials needed to fight a war. Though people can make the argument that this was to help an economy that was still trying to claw it’s way out of a depression. This was a way for President Roosevelt to not only help the country economically, but a way for FRD to spread American influence and power. As the war went on, America ran into a few issues. In the Atlantic, German U-Boats began sinking American ships that were bringing goods to Europe. In the Pacific, America had cut off Japan from steel and oil exports due to Japan’s increase in military imperialism. That resulted in the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7th, 1941. Later that month, America declared war on the Axis Powers. Some historians believe that this is another form of proof that FDR wasn’t an imperialist. He cut off Japan when they were invading and taking over other Asian countries, they were being imperialists. However, Japan was attacking trading partners of the United States, and we didn’t declare war Japan

President Roosevelt’s speech is straightforward, and leaves no room for misinterpretation. He is requesting a declaration of war against Japan. He uses logos to demonstrate this request. First, by pointing out how Japan took the time to plan their attack due to the great distances their planes traveled, then by naming the many countries Japan had attacked in addition to Pearl Harbor. These words support his request, and inform the public at the same time. I agree with your statement that this speech “was designed to move the American

In September of 1940, a Triparte Treaty was signed involving Japan, Germany, and Italy. The treaty meant that the three countries were allies and if any country wanted war it would meant war with the other two. During decision-making plans Roosevelt used this to his advantage. Roosevelt knew an attack on United States by Japan, would be just what he needed for the American people to support his decision on a war against Japan and thus Germany by default. Consequently, Roosevelt put additional economic pressure on Japan and began to prepare the United States military. He enticed Germany by violating a neutral stance and made an agreement with Great Britain that either of the 2 or any 3rd country that was taken on by Japan would have the other’s backing. Japan had no choice other than to surrender or go to war when Roosevelt ended the Washington conference. Roosevelt also kept a weak Pacific Fleet in Hawaii in spite of conflicting naval recommendation that almost gave the Japanese an invitation to attack. Simultaneously, Roosevelt caused the United States commanders in Hawaii to be left without evidence that was decoded from Japanese dispatches. Commanders would have had warnings had the possibility of the impending attack been given to them. The Generals could have had the choice to keep the fleet at sea instead. Therefore the Japanese

Just after the invasion of Poland by Germany, FDR had a hesitant decision to make: should America follow the steps of Woodrow Wilson to remain neutral or engage into war? Because of the relentless suppression and the act of obtaining allies of European countries, America should prepare for the inevitable war against Germany and their allies.

Roosevelt's policy of strategic involvement was to the Unites States's advantage. The United States' involvement in world war ll was inevitable and that's what Churchill was pleading to the U.S. Germany wanted world domination and whether or not the U.S. was in it from the beginning, Germany was going to bring to war to us. Roosevelt realized that and acted on it at the proper time.

Franklin Delano Roosevelt was determined to protect the national security of the United States. At first, Roosevelt felt that it was in the best interest of the United States to avoid involvement in the war. However, he knew “sooner or later, the threat to the European balance of power would have forced the United States to intervene in order to stop Germany’s drive for world domination” (Kissinger 369-370). But this was not Roosevelt’s main problem; Roosevelt had to prove to the American people that unlike World War I, US involvement was necessary. He had to “[transform] the nation’s concept of national interest and [lead] ‘a staunchly isolationist people’ into yet another global