What is the author aruging?
In my opinion, I think the author is arguing how he wants peace and a good president for the years to come. He gives plenty examples of how he changed America for the better and how he wishes the new president will do the same and keep the peace. He believes that America is a strong nation and wishes it stays that way.
How does the author appeal logos(logic), pathos(emotional quality), and ethos(the writers perceived character) with their argument?
In this piece of writing you can see that the author uses ethos quite a bit. He talks about how he wants to keep peace in America and doesnt want it to change. This shows that he truly cares for our Nation. He states "Like every other citizen, I wish the new President, and all who will labor with him, Godspeed. I pray that the coming years will be blessed with peace and prosperity for all. " This shows that he wishes the best for America like everyone else in the US. The author also uses logos. He talks about how America has been through so much like the three wars and yet America still stands as a strong nation. He explained the outcome of the wars through logic. Lastly, the author ues pathos throughout the writing. He shows a lot of emotion in his farewell address. He talks about how he would like to balance the forces. This shows that he only wants whats best for America. "You and I -- my fellow citizens -- need to be strong in our faith that all nations, under God, will reach the goal of peace with justice. May we be ever unswerving in devotion to principle, confident but humble with power, diligent in pursuit of the Nation's great goals. " Throughout the speech, you can tell that Eisenhower was a great and caring president.
What is the historical significane/ relevance of this document?
I believe that this writing is significant because it shows that there are some presidents like Dwight Eisenhower that truly care for America and only want whats best for it. It also shows that even though his years of Presidency are over, he still wants there to be peace through the nations for the years to come.
Do you find the arguement convincing? Why or why not?
I do find the arguement convincing. The reason I think it is convincing is because of how much emotion the author put into the writing. If there wasn't any emotion in the writing, the arguement would be bland and sound careless. The author also mentions some strong points. For example, how he said America has been through a lot but it is stll a strong standing nation. I think this farewell address was written very nicely.
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ReplyDeleteHello Oksana, I very much enjoyed reading your Text Analysis on Dwight D. Eisenhower’s Farewell Address and agree with your interpretation of how you see his argument and the way he uses logos, pathos, and ethos. I as well see that he is trying to strive America to keep the peace that they worked so strong to earn but I see that he is also trying to convince the people of America that just because they earned peace or avoided war, that it will not continue to always be like that, and they need to stay on guard.
ReplyDeleteIn the main argument of his speech I see a lot of Logos and reasoning he is using. Dwight D. Eisenhower says that “But threats, new in kind or degree, constantly arise.” He says that new problems will always arise and that we need to be prepared. To be prepared they need to have good military and element of time. I also see logic in his argument showing we need to make sure to keep everything in balance so that we are able to maintain the progress in our country. But the statement that I like and that shows ethos and pathos at the same time: he talks about how to maintain liberty, dignity, and integrity in our country, He says, “To meet it successfully, there is called for, not so much the emotional and transitory sacrifices of crises, but rather those which enable us to carry forward steadily, surely, and without complaint the burdens of a prolonged and complex struggle – with liberty the stake.” In this I see his character and emotion for his care for the country and those who have been a support through all of the hard times. Throughout the whole speech President Eisenhower shows his great care for the people of America and that he wants the country to continue to grow so that “democracy can survive for all generations.” But through all of this as he is giving support for the American people he continues to always caution them so that they always stay on guard because although they are strong right now many problem s will still continue to arise.
Oksana, I like the quote that you put in "You and I -- my fellow citizens -- need to be strong in our faith that all nations, under God, will reach the goal of peace with justice. May we be ever unswerving in devotion to principle, confident but humble with power, diligent in pursuit of the Nation's great goals.” President Dwight D. Eisenhower is trying to aim at, saying stay strong and confident, but yet still be humble, and with God’s help that as a powerful nation we will be able to reach many goals.
His agreement is very convincing and he brings attention to the audience by giving them confidence for future years to come. And I think what shows me through his speech that he was a really caring person and president was that this was his Farewell Address. It shows me that he is not going to try to say extra. Because usually sometimes when running for president people might try to show that they care for the people because they need to win an election, but here he has nothing to lose I see that all of this was coming from what was most important to him.
I agree the speech was very well written. It definitely shows his care, concerns and wishes for his country and countrymen. His emotional request that the next president be just as cautious and caring is clear. Eisenhower brings out the inspiration to want to continue to build a stronger and successful nation. He says to treat the weak with just as much respect and confidence as the strong. He speaks to his countrymen like a parent telling his children to take care of each other and be strong for each other, rather then speaking as a politician. These are the qualities that made him a spectacular president.
ReplyDeleteIn response to your answer to the first question, I think you are definitely correct in saying that Eisenhower wishes for nothing but prosperity for America in the future, and the future president, and he conveys this sentiment quite eloquently. Beyond how he feels about America's current successes and state of affairs though and his positive thoughts on the America's future, he outlines his concerns regarding the uncertainties and ambiguities he believes America will face. In particular, he stresses the points of Military and Science. While addressing both, he expresses the need for balance and the ultimate goal of integrity.
ReplyDeleteConcerning the military, he addresses the topic of the combination of "military establishment and a large arms industry." First, he warns of the danger of corruption within the government: he does not wish for the leaders or member of the "military industrial complex," in a position where they may influence political decisions in favor of the military industry. Second he emphasizes the need to remain aware of the ultimate goal of peace and prosperity at all times, and they must also constantly remember their desire to reach these goals by "peaceful methods," despite the potentially violent alternative route that would be present because of the huge military force.
On the point of Science and Technology, Eisenhower believes the way in which progress is made in these fields has changed quite a bit. He thinks in many cases, scientists may no longer be only motivated by their own curiosities and ambitions, but also by money. Scientific experimentation had become an entirely different process, carried out in larger institutions and laboratories with greater demand for precision and accuracy, and with all of this the necessity of a greater amount of funding. He warns of the dangers of both having such intelligence controlled solely by the Federal Government and the dangers of allowing that same intelligence to run unbounded publicly through society.
Thao I am glad that you pointed out Eisenhower's effort to warn us of the power we give to the military and technology.
DeleteWhile I agree with Oksana that longterm peace is the goal Eisenhower amplifies when talking about the US's future, he is careful also to warn us about the perils of unchecked armament and research,
As you indicated, Eisenhower suggests we seek balance. He wants us to be mindful of the influence each of these power sources has in our country's progress. And, he emphatically directs us to not let them take over.
Definitely agree with you Thao. His warning's of "military industrial complex" has never been wrong. Unfortunately it happened. Privatized military industry happened.
DeleteOksana I think that you are right about Eisenhower's use of ethos. He makes a reference to the longevity of his service when he refers to his West Point appointment,probably in his late teens, through the completion of the presidential term. This is no doubt to establish his authority and as such displays his character. Aspects of which he is using to compel the American people. He also talks about his sadness due to the war. This displays another dimension to his personality and he is more relateable. Finally, he speaks of his humilty felt in the service of our country. This seemingly humble stance seeks to expand the positive impression the listeners would have of him. These glimpses of character are all shared so that the hearers can feel trusting about the message he's sharing becasue it's coming from a good and upright man!
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