evident than in Malcolm X’s “The Ballot or the Bullet” speech. In this speech, Malcolm X demanded that his audience should take action against their government leaders. He proposed that there were only two options to resolve this issue, the ballot or the bullet. Malcolm X delivered this iconic speech on April 3rd, 1964 at Cory Methodist Church in Cleveland, Ohio (Novak 35; Terrill 35). This meeting was sponsored by the Cleveland Chapter of the Congress of Racial Equality (Terrill 35). Malcolm X spoke to
Chris Dennis Critical Analysis of Communication Malcolm X’s Effectiveness as a Speaker Should not be in Question The context in which a statement is made can change the entire meaning of what was said. This is why many times people will use context as a defense for statements they make that offend or cause some sort of public backlash. The manner in which a person delivers a message and what messages the rhetor chooses to deliver can be a great indication of foundation of that
112-Dowe Rhetorical Analysis 11-17-2015 “The Ballot or the Bullet” The 1960's civil rights movement was a period when acts of violence were being committed against African Americans and those who supported civil rights. Malcolm X was a radical civil rights leader and well known spokesmen who had a very different interpretation of how things should be handled. His tactics, although controversial, motivated millions to fight for their rights. The Ballot or the Bullet, is directed at African Americans and
In 1964, Malcolm X gave a speech entitled “The Ballot or the Bullet” which described how African Americans should fight for civil-rights in America. Malcolm X emphasizes the importance of voting as a solution to ending discrimination against African Americans. He addresses both the poor voting decisions and also the denial of legitimate voting rights to African Americans. Because elections had been so narrowly decided in recent elections, the Black vote is the deciding factor in elections. Whites
It’ll be Liberty or it will be Death Malcolm X’s April 3, 1964 Speech, “The Ballot or the Bullet” Malcolm X gave his speech during a time in American history when Black civil rights and equality between Blacks and Whites had not yet been established. Like Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X also fought for the civil rights of Black Americans in the 1960s, but using different tactics. Malcolm X was angry that Congress had opposed bills that were intended to support the equality and civil liberties
history? The speaker of the first speech is John F. Kennedy, 35th president of the United States. President Kennedy was instrumental in improving relations with the USSR and improving civil rights in the US. He is seen as one of the greatest presidents America has ever had. The speaker of the second speech is Martin Luther King, and he is probably the most famous person associated with the civil rights movement. The speaker of the last speech is Malcolm X, who was another prominent figure
ethnicities in America. In Malcolm X’s speech “The Ballot or the Bullet,” Malcolm X believes that civil rights are human rights, and all African Americans are “justified in seeking civil rights, if it means equality of opportunity”(Malcolm X 362). When using Malcolm X’s definition of civil/human rights, it is clear that even in society today, not all races have reached equality. African Americans are still fighting for
African Americans believed the false promises while the government still conspired against Blacks by depriving them of the opportunities that are given to the White community every day. In Cleveland, Ohio, in 1964, a public speaker delivered his speech on the ignorance of white politicians and the actions that need to be taken for African-Americans not to fall through the cracks and believe the lies they are being told and registered that equality for all races can occur. On April 3, 1964 in Cleveland
Once crowned the ‘Angriest Black Man In America ‘, the legacy that is Malcolm X is often unclear and seems to be surrounded in confusion. Malcolm X is one of the twentieth century’s most debateable figures. During his life Malcolm X stood up and fought for many African Americans, preaching to them to stand up for their rights and fight against the injustices in which the American government had placed upon them. Although, Malcolm X has been criticized for his attitude and suggestions that at times
Rhetorical Analysis: “The Ballot or the Bullet” by Malcolm X The 1960s were a tumultuous time in American history, where many Americans were rejecting the status quo, and advocating for the advancement of their rights. The feminist movement, Native Americans, Mexican Americans, and African Americans were all making noise and calling for change. Malcolm X, who at that point was mostly known through his work with the Nation of Islam, had had a falling out with the NOI, and after a pilgrimage to Mecca