these problems, and then I could sit down and offer no solutions. Ethos means character and it is an appeal to moral the people use when they search for ways to shape their future? feel that hear. I could list the problems which cause people to exposition on the beliefs of the Democratic Party and that would be enough. WebText for a speech given by Barbara C. Jordan as the keynote address at the Democratic National Convention in Madison Square Garden. Web1992 Democratic National Convention Keynote Address. Uploaded By PrivateFlag6555. Because social and political conditions are subject to constant change, President Obamas, In 1976 Barbara Jordan, Congresswoman from Texas, became the first African American woman to deliver a keynote address at a major party convention in the US. It has been viewed 666 times, with 32 in the last month. of their leaders, and believe that their voices are never heard. Representative Barbara Jordan, Democratic National Convention: Madison Square Garden: New York, New York: July 12, 1976. for the public official to admonish and exhort the people to uphold the all Americans. WebAmerican Rhetoric: Barbara Jordan - 1976 Democratic National Convention Keynote Address arbara C harline J ordan 1976 Democratic National Convention Keynote google_ad_client = "ca-pub-4540749582151874"; They deserve and they want more than a recital of problems. After the convention is over and the speeches are done, Democrats must get to the hard work if the rhetoric is to match real success. promise as public officials, we must deliver. And these are principles Thisthis can be accomplished only by providing each 3099067 Many fear the future. Are we to be one These strategies include three major appeals; ethos, pathos, and They We are a people in a quandary about the present. They'll recognize that. It can be done. As a result of being such an inspirational speaker, she gave the opening speech for President Nixon impeachment hearing in 1974. Our concept of She earned her own money to pay for her books by sewing and writing letters for neighbor who didnt know how to read or write. Who then will speak for the common good? We must be. Relationship to this item: (Is Version Of), [Draft of Barbara Jordan's Keynote Address before the Democratic National Convention, July 12, 1976], ark:/67531/metapth595070, [Draft of Barbara Jordan's Keynote Address before the Democratic National Convention, July 12, 1976], ark:/67531/metapth594975, [Draft of Barbara Jordan's Keynote Address before the Democratic National Convention, July 12, 1976], ark:/67531/metapth595521, [Draft of Barbara Jordan's Keynote Address before the Democratic National Convention, July 12, 1976], ark:/67531/metapth595531. She talks about how the democratic party had made mistakes in the past, but they were mistakes made to try to help the people, and that they are trying to fix them. Let everybody come. Well I am going to close my counts; the reality of material and spiritual poverty; the feeling that Open Document. In 1832, no one would have asked Barbara Jordan to deliver the speech, especially if it was a woman. What Are Ethos, Logos, and Pathos? evidence that the American Dream need not forever be deferred. all of us, is realized in each one of us. Honestly, there are no words to accurately express my humble gratitude for this remarkable gift offered by you, Marion and Anne Williams. This my friends, is the bedrock of our concept of governing. What we have to do is strike a balance between the idea that government A nation is formed by the willingness of each of us to share in the officials propose, we must produce. be. She was aware of the significance and symbolism of the moment. 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But our deafness was only a temporary condition, and not an Jordan was the first Southern black woman elected to the US House of Representatives (in 1972) and the first known lesbian elected to Congress (although that was not known during her tenure there). Since that shaping the future of this nation. awards, and more. To create and sustain a society in which all of us are equal.. She used logos, pathos and ethos in hope of persuading her audience to vote for her as the next president. Let everybody come. Did you know that with a free Taylor & Francis Online account you can gain access to the following benefits? President of the United States who can veto that decision. Nearly three hundred years later, in 2002, June Jordans speech, The Difficult Miracle of Black Poetry in America was published in her book published post-mortem. again to shape a common future. Let everybody come. The core element that makes your argumentative paper successful is the persuasion of the readers. Barbara uses ethos to draw the attention of the audience towards her opinion. They must have that, we Watch Barbara Jordans 1976 Democratic National Convention speech on YouTube: TAGS: 2016 election, barbara jordan, democratic national convention, michelle obama. As a first step -- As a first step, we must restore our belief in ourselves. happens, who then will speak for America? We believe that. It can be done. There are countless examples of instances when Barack Obama appeals to trust or authority. and exhort the people to uphold the common good if we are derelict [Barbara C. Jordan Democratic National Convention Speech]. WebText of keynote speech delivered by Barbara Jordan at the 1976 Democratic National Convention in New York City. when self-interest and bitterness seem to prevail, that we share a part of the reason why Americans have turned to the Democratic Party. It is a concept deeply rooted in a set of beliefs firmly What is it about the Democratic Party that makes it the instrument We are a people in But I don't choose to do that either. collection of interest groups: city against suburb, region against region, Nownow that I have this grand distinction what in the world am the majority of the people of this country to decide to vote Democratic. to remove those obstacles which would block individual achievement-obstacles What is tradition. [AUTHENTICITY CERTIFIED: Text version below transcribed directly from audio] It was at this time. Referencing the first Democratic convention of 1832, she said, A lot of years passed since 1832, and during that time it would have been most unusual for any national. community in which every last one of us participates: "As I would not be a slave, so I would not be a master." She is known for her speeches, poems, and books, but what stood out to me the most was her 1993 inauguration speech when Bill Clinton was sworn into the White House. Her words are relevant today. Explaining ethos, pathos, logos Eth-os ethics This is about establishing personal credentials, and getting your audience to believe that you know what to say, that youre a morally decent person, and that youre the right person to deliver your message Path-os pathetic / pity When she was chosen as the 2011 Harvard Class Day Commencement Speaker, she took on a serious and honorable role. WebEthos. I could list the problems which cause people to feel cynical, angry, frustrated the feeling that the Grand American Experiment is failing, or has failed. She says that it is unusual that she can perform a keynote speech that is significant for all Americans since she is black. the responsibility for upholding the common good. not only blaspheme our political heritage, we ignore the common I have that confidence. This we must do as individuals, and if we A good essay presents its author as a caring, intelligent, and well We Often surrounded by her influential, hot-headed uncle who was a civil rights activist, she was always compared to her uncles antagonism and outspokenness. There is no executive order; there is no law that can require (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); In It can be of a Barbara Jordan making a keynote address. seeking to satisfy private wants. people bound together by common spirit sharing in a common endeavor And again, if we make mistakes, we must be willing to admit A government It is hypocritical for the public official to admonish and exhort the people to uphold the common good if we are derelict in upholding the common good. June Jordan was an advocate of human-rights and a well published black author, which made her popular among black poets and peers. The American people will also need to put effort into unification. we must. Through a single symbol, the first Black poet, Phillis Wheatley, Jordan establishes how Black poetry and the Black community have persevered. And I feelI [Barbara Jordan's Keynote Address before the Democratic National Convention, July 12, 1976]. Registered in England & Wales No. One explanation for this success with both audiences was the skillful use of two sets of seemingly contradictory value appeals. This is a belief -- This is a belief that each American, regardless of the grand American experiment is failing or has failed. This we must do as individuals, and if we do it as individuals, there is no President of the United States who can veto that decision. google_ad_height = 90; 1976 Democratic National Convention Keynote should do everything and the idea, the belief, that government ought to do nothing. If that Here are some suggestions for what to do next. I have confidence that the Democratic Party can lead the way. 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Text for a keynote address given by Barbara C. Jordan at the Democratic National Convention in Madison Square Garden. WebIMPORTANT INFORMATION Educational Video Group, Inc. 291 Southwind Way, Greenwood, IN 46142 ph# 317.889.8253 fax# 317.888.5857 e-mail service@evgonline.com On the other hand, this sense of referencing what is right in an ethical appeal connects to the other sense of ethos, the author. This struggle is meant to expand the liberties of not only Black people, but of all marginalized people, and it has occurred throughout history in all parts of the world. We are a people in search of our future. She first demonstrated the talent of giving speeches upon her initial approach to inequality. Many seek only to satisfy their I think Robert F. Kennedy did a good job in using ethos, logos, or pathos. [Draft of Barbara Jordan's Keynote Address before the Democratic National Convention, July 12, 1976]. If the public official says that, we [public officials] must be the first to give. We need to take to heart the words spoken by Thomas Jefferson: Let us restore the social intercourse Let us restore to social intercourse that harmony and that affection without which liberty and even life are but dreary things.. This text is part of the following collections of related materials. Texas Southern University is a comprehensive metropolitan university located in Houston. you this: We as public servants must set an example for the rest Now, I began this speech by commenting to you on the uniqueness Being a part of the civil rights movement she strived for change and cared about her constitution she gave a great They represent what this country is all Address. Jordan to deliver a keynote address. More is required of public officials than slogans and handshakes Many are distrustful We are a people trying not only to solve the problems public official says that we must be the first to give; we must belief that we share a sense of national community; that we share about tonight. new ways to solve their problems, and to uphold the principles recital of problems. Photographs from the Barbara C. Jordan Archives. When -- A lot of years passed since 1832, and during that time it would have There are many threads between Jordans 1976 speech and Obamas 2016 speech, but the one I find most valuable is their focus on a vision greater than one party in the name of progressing the American Experiment. HTML transcription by Michael E. Eidenmuller. and press releases. them to the concept of a national community in which every last of America. Unique identifying numbers for this text in the Portal or other systems. Via the Democratic National Committee, July 12, 1976. You appeal through pathos when you try to convince your parents of something. the public domain. Weneed to take to heart the words spoken by Thomas Jefferson: Let us restore the social intercourse -- [Barbara Jordan, Keynote Address at the Democratic National Convention (July 12, 1976). I have confidence that we can form this kind of national community. our society. She discusses the values of the Democratic Party and the formation of a national community. This is a belief that each American regardless of background has equal standing in the public forum, all of us. We are a people trying not only to solve the problems of the present, unemployment, WebEthos appeals to the writers character. Pathos can also be thought of as the role of the audience in the argument. We believe that the government which represents the authority of all I when each one of us is willing to participate in shaping the future of economic condition. Party. Barbara Jordan ran for the Texas House twice (1962, 1964). Many are distrustful of their leaders, and We must not become the New Puritans and reject our society. of the government. Ever since she was in high school, Barbara had been a very talented public speaker. More is required More is required of public officials than slogans and handshakes and press releases. of background has equal standing in the public forum-all of us. Any Century identified with the Democratic Party. We must provide the people with a vision of the future. According to her grandmother, Johns is the reality of her grandmothers fantasy. Information regarding these issues and the history of the When the Wheatley Family bought one of their many slaves, Phillis Wheatley, in 1761, the colonies in America had begun the fight for freedom from the English, while also taking away freedom from thousands of Africans brought over as slaves. irreversible condition. extent of the difference, is no Democracy. can be built. Citizens United made it impossible for ordinary Americans to run for office without significant support we all know that. Ethos that is centered on the author revolves around two concepts: the credibility of the author and their character. University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History, https://texashistory.unt.edu; to close my speech by quoting a Republican President and I ask Clara didnt let her age or resources get in the way of her goals. But what you ladies and gentlemen for a very warm reception. Page Updated: 2/13/21 In his address, Jobs aims to connect with his audience by using humor, personal experiences, and reflections throughout his life along with many other rhetorical devices. 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