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In Thomas J. DiLorenzo’s book, The Real Lincoln: A New Look at Abraham Lincoln, His Agenda, and an Unnecessary War, he reveals the truth about Abraham Lincoln and attempts to get rid of the myths that many have told. He reveals the agenda of Lincoln and the real purpose behind the Civil War. One question that some have is why did it take a war to end slavery? In the book it is stated that, “dozens of countries… ended slavery peacefully during the late eighteenth and nineteenth centuries”(x). Many argue the fact that Lincoln was against slavery but in DiLorenzo’s book he argues that Lincoln was very much supportive of slavery (x). DiLorenzo explains the real agenda behind Abraham Lincoln and what he stood for.

Rhetoric is something that at least everyone uses in his or her everyday life. Rhetoric can be used in the form of social media, politics and even making the decision on how you are going to communicate. In the Youtube video titled In Defense of Rhetoric: No Longer Just for Liars, Professor, Dr. Ann George states rhetoric as how we persuade each other or how we make arguments. George believes we can do this by the words we use, the gestures we make and the facial appeals that can break down the language and encourage the argument one might be making.

In 1858, there was a great struggle within the state of Illinois for a seat in the Senate. The well know Stephen A. Douglas, the favored candidate, was excepted to win. Abraham Lincoln was not a well known candidate. In a struggle for the possible position, Lincoln proposed that he and Douglas organize a series of debates, so that both men might “divide time, and address the same audiences during the same canvass.” Douglas accepted, and he feared that he had “everything to lose from a joint appearance, and yet to decline the challenge would have seemed unmanly in the West of the mid nineteenth century.” Douglas then purposed dates and places; Lincoln complained that Douglas would have four opening and closings speeches whereas he would

In Thomas Dilorenzo’s controversial book, The Real Lincoln: A New Look at Abraham Lincoln, His Agenda, and an Unnecessary War, a new light is shed upon the historic President Lincoln. It challenges ideas and beliefs that students are taught in grade school, and incorporates a new way of thinking. Above all, this book provides insight into the real life of Lincoln, and remains controversial due to its impeding and harsh criticisms.

In Thomas DiLorenzo’s controversial book, The Real Lincoln: A New Look at Abraham Lincoln, His Agenda, and an Unnecessary War, a new light is shed upon the historic President Lincoln. It challenges ideas and beliefs that students are taught in grade school, and incorporates a new way of thinking. Above all, this book provides insight into the real life of Lincoln, and remains controversial due to its impeding and harsh criticisms.

Rhetoric is the the art of effective or persuasive speaking or writing. This is especially the useful fore speeches in debates and politics and other compositional techniques. Even medias such as logo, images, commercials and advertisements use a tool people use in order to convince people to watch and/or buy something One example of rhetoric in action is in a YouTube video that called, “Brian Williams Raps ‘Gin and Juice.’” This video contains uses the three aspects of rhetoric's, ethos, logos, and patho, in order to convince to younger viewers to watch his show.

A brilliant director, Ford’s films express the unique experiences of the American people and their endorsement of their common unity of purpose (Russell 62). Although his heroes appear to be loners and outsiders who speak more through actions, their conflict with the society reflect the larger American experience, a profound esthetic awareness for the American history as well as the frontier spirit. Ford’s compositions bring into perspective the people as well as their typical settings beautifully put into contrast (Russell 62). These features are even more so evident in the Stagecoach, The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance, and The Grapes of Wrath.

Rhetoric language plays an important role in how politicians relay their message to the people. When one talks in rhetoric, it resonates with the common people. It allows the average person to stay focused and gives them a better understanding of the topic. President Barack Obama In the State of the Union Address employs similar rhetoric language as Senator George McGovern in the 1972 ad “This Time” in order to promote their political views and persuade the common people to value their ideas.

Rhetoric- although it may seem to be a word of specific meanings and scholarly uses, the true interpretation can have a vast range of purpose and understanding. Though things as simple as talking to your teacher, watching television, or choosing what outfit to wear in the morning all involve rhetoric, most people believe rhetoric can only be found in the world of politics. Despite government being a prime illustration of rhetoric, it can be go far beyond the deliberations of politicians. An Overview of Rhetoric analyzes various scholarly definitions by explaining, “...rhetoric is simply part of who we are as human beings: Every time we express emotions and thoughts to others with the goal of influence, we are engaged in rhetoric” (6). Keeping this idea in mind, I believe rhetoric is more strictly defined as conversation of persuasive actions that do little to advance a factual concept or idea, but is still valuable in sharing thoughts and viewpoints to incline another. Thus, I view rhetoric as a practice that could possibly result in negative action, but still holds value when attempting to influence the viewpoints of others.

        The Birth of A Nation(1915) by D.W. Griffith is a silent movie setting against the backdrop of Civil War and Reconstruction. By portraying the blacks as incompetent and concupiscent, and Ku Klux Klan(KKK) as patriots and heroes, The Birth of A Nation has been considered one of the most controversial movies in America cinema. The release of the movie sparked intense protest among the black communities who were strongly offended. According to Los Angeles Times, the movie is seldom shown publicly nowadays due to its huge controversy. In this paper, I would like to explore D.W. Griffith’s preferred meaning for the movie as well as an oppositional meaning from audience. I would also explore the balance of power between D.W. Griffith and his audiences in determining the meaning for the movie. Griffith intended that the movie was based on real history without involving racism, while a large number of audiences were irritated by his distortion of history which involved racism.

It was definitely, the neighborhood I’d remember seeing Lafayette during his trip to America in the time of 1825. Other personally scene, and hearings various years afterward, with the presences of significant individuals were welcomed during the visit that created an indescribable anthropoid roar that was like no other heard around the universe—with rejoice coming all from all directions of the shouting audience. Though, not a sound was heard in this audience occasion. With the calm, but unusual appearance Mr. Lincoln had standing there with his hands behind his back, he began observing the crowd. Observing the crowed of faces with a look of curiosity, shortly after that similar look of curiosity was given right back to him. That moment was an unstable scenery between intenseness, and laughter. Subsequently following the thought of certain individuals lurking a weapon hidden around their body, to break this audience into a riot.

Feature films have served as depictions of our society. They have been mirrors reflecting upon us what we are, what we would like to be, and how we view ourselves. “To Kill a Mockingbird” is in fact a classic film that does just that. Directed by Robert Mulligan, this film was based on Harper Lee’s novel of the same title. The screenplay by Horton Foote, “To Kill a Mockingbird is both a coming of age story of three young children, told from the perspective of Scout as she reflects upon an important court case involving her father when she was only six years of age (Pakula & Mulligan, 1962). It is a commentary on racism in the 1930’s south, its affects upon a small town, and the minority-liberal Whites. As an American/historical drama, its characteristics are clear. There is a perspective on life, a sense of humor, political view and moral values established early in the film. The setting is also important to the film, as it draws a theme and structure for the audience. This analysis will view “To Kill a Mockingbird” through the lens of the genre theory as it applies to the contextual information, story/plot, aesthetic choices, and social impact that helped form the theme and created an Oscar award winning and nominated film classic, again proving that great cinema serves as commentary on society, for better or for worse. It forces us to see ourselves and question who we are and who we want to be.

Rhetoric was first developed as a formal area of study and practice in the mid-300’s BC by Aristotle. It is the study of effective speaking and writing, and has often been called the art of persuasion. Speaking and writing were the predominant means of communication at the time of rhetoric’s development, but in recent years its principles have been applied to the persuasive value of the image, particularly in visual communication. As communication designers we should be aware of various forms and uses of rhetoric.

May the life lived and the lessons taught by Abraham Lincoln teach us in makeing the world more prosperous. Abraham Lincoln has always been role model for me. It was a great experience to discover him and his life. This research paper was completed with support and help of my professor Christopher Schroeder. I also like to appreciate the academic institutes like Harper College and Rochester Institute of Technology which proved to be very resourceful. I would like to thank my parents and sister and my aunt for supporting me and in making this research paper near perfect in terms of content. Thank you.

This an instance of a form of cinematic realism that is confused for the “reality” of reconstruction politics after the death of Lincoln. What stereotypes are perpetrated in this film?