Category: Speech
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Mikhail Gorbachev’s Speech in 1988 in the USA
Table of Contents Introduction The United Nations De-ideologizing Relations Implications Superpowers Conclusion References Introduction It is worth noting that Mikhail Gorbachev is an outstanding state and public figure of Russia of the 20th century. He entered the political arena in the era of the Soviet Union. He was the first president of the USSR whose…
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Mikhail Gorbachev’s Famous Speech at the United Nations Conference
Table of Contents Why did Gorbachev choose the United Nations as his forum? De-ideologizing relations among states Force can no longer be an instrument of foreign policy The future role of the superpowers in the world References Why did Gorbachev choose the United Nations as his forum? Mikhail Gorbachev chose the United Nations as his…
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Why Hate Speech Should Not Be Allowed in the US
Introduction Hate speech has been debated for many years, particularly regarding whether it should be allowed in the United States. Those in favor of allowing hate speech argue that it is protected by the First Amendment and is a form of free speech. However, the harm caused by hate speech cannot be ignored. Hate speech…
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African Leader’s Speech on Independence and Future
Table of Contents Introduction The Problems we inherited Seriousness of Ethnicity Addressing the Issue of Ethnicity Best Type of leadership Why Authoritarian Rule Conclusion Works Cited Introduction Many African countries have struggled for many years in search of independence. Independence hardly comes without massive bloodshed and sacrifice. However, in such a time like this when…
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Mikhail Gorbachev’s 1988 UN Speech: The Significance of the Message
Why Gorbachev chose the United Nations as his forum for this speech Gorbachev chose the United Nations as his forum of speech because he considered it an institution that brings the world together. According to him, his message of unity for the world could only be delivered in a forum where people felt they belong…
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The Emancipation Proclamation and Fredrick Douglass’s Speech
Table of Contents Introduction Success and Failures of Emancipation Proclamation Success and Failures of Fredrick Douglass’s Speech American Society Reflection of These Ideals Conclusion References Introduction The Emancipation Proclamation and the speech by Fredrick Douglass were instrumental in turning the national tide against slavery. Douglass’s speech decried the treatment and suffering of the slaves in…
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Auburn’s, Chopin’s and Updike’s Figurative Speech
When numbers and amounts of numbers receive their symbolic representation called figure, and various objects take a distinguished shape these representations or shapes are called figures. In the exact same way, the locutions can also change shape and become figures of speech. Such a phenomenon is called a figurative expression. According to a dictionary article,…
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Analysis of Ronald Reagan’s Inaugural Speech
Ronald Reagan’s inaugural speech of 1981 is a speech of recognition, namely a speech of introduction or acceptance, and an inspirational speech to a certain extent. According to Gunn (2020), such speeches should express gratitude to the community and honor it. The role of an introduction speech is “to make the audience feel welcome and…
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Taming of the Shrew: Katherina’s Final Speech
Katherine’s final speech in Act 5, scene 2 of Taming of the Shrew, is quite surprising and contradictory to her character. A woman who was known for rebellious behavior towards men, including her husband, suddenly speaks as an exemplary wife. Katherina’s husband asked her to talk about a woman’s duties. And she surprised the audience…
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Hegemony vs. Counter Hegemony: Power & Speech
Hegemony is commonly defined as a method of subordinating another population by forcing consent to domination and a foreign ideology. A key concept in hegemony is the naturalization of power relations by creating an illusion that the domination is status quo. Language and culture are common means of achieving this. Linguistic hegemony is more accurately…