Examples of Rhetoric

"It's the obvious choice — a thoroughfare packed with stores and cafes, and the scene of an increasingly congested parade of the neighborhood's would-be trendsetters...." nytimes.com, "Not cool? Give It Time," an article talking about a neighborhood somewhere

I think this uses logos. It tells us that we should go there because it's the logical place to hang out-there are shops, cafes, boutiques, etc. This is the smart way to argue.

"...Mr. Obama is falling directly in line with the public sentiment on the war and the path forward...." nytimes.com "Obama Iraq Speech," in which Mr. Obama attempts to convince the government to withdraw our troops from Iraq.

This uses pathos, because it attempts to use U.S. citizens feelings towards the war in Iraq to win an argument.

“...That is unacceptable to me; it is unacceptable to the American people...” nytimes.com, "Democrats Set To Challenge Bush Iraq Plan." The title says it all.

This is also using pathos by appealing to the anti-war feelings of Americans.

“...People have often said about the Clintons, they don’t care who they hang out with as long as the people can be helpful to them...” nytimes.com, "Clinton Sees Fear Realized in Trouble With Donor," which basically talks about how Hillary Clinton's donors are ditching her.

This is a pathos argument, because it tells people that the Clinton's are known for being brown-nosers.

"...His two stints as prime minister were seriously marred by corruption..." nytimes.com, "Running On Empty," which talks about a general promoting himself.

This uses ethos because it tries to convince people that the General is not trustworthy, due to his past as a corrupt politician.