In president Barack Obama's farewell speech he thanks the US citizens for everything they have endured and accomplished together and he uses a good balance of logos, pathos, ethos, and decorum. On the other hand in president elect Donald Trump's press conference he proclaims all the things he has planned for the United States and doesn't use a great balance of the kairos. Furthermore Obama had the most thorough and balanced combination of these four elements.
Both speakers are being streamed live on TV by a reliable source, which demonstrates evidence that both of their speeches are real, and that it's actually them talking and this falls under the logos category. Obama also demonstrates a great balance of logos when he asserts all the things
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He is also giving the right message by giving his farewell since he is about to end his 8 years as president. On the other hand Trump's use of decorum seemed to be less effective because he looked tired and depressed when he needed to look the strongest since he is about to be the president. His speech wasn't very appropriate either. Obama demonstrates the use of pathos in his speech by stating, “ My fellow Americans, Michelle and I have been so touched by all the well-wishes we've received over the past few weeks. But tonight it's my turn to say thanks.” “ We the people…” “ After all, we remain the wealthiest, most powerful, and most respected nation on earth.” On the other hand Trump didn't demonstrate much pathos he only says some, which were, “ So, I just want to compliment many of the people in the room. I have great respect for the news and great respect for freedom of the press and all of that.” And he talks about helping the veterans. These quotes go to show that president Obama has a better use of pathos and he makes the audience feel a sense of