Analyzing Jordan's "All Together Now" Speech
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Objective
I can evaluate the effectiveness of Barbara Jordan's arguments in "All Together Now" by analyzing her use of evidence.
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Key concepts
3 concepts
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Barbara Jordan's keynote address marked a significant moment as she acknowledged being a keynote speaker, which was unusual for a Black woman at that time.
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Jordan states that she could list problems and attack Republicans, but instead wants to focus on solutions and the future of America.
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The Democratic party's concept of governing is rooted in the belief of equality for all, regardless of background, and that government should remove obstacles to individual achievement.
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Practice
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Barbara Jordan states, "I could easily spend this time praising the accomplishments of this party and attacking the Republicans but I don't choose to do that." What effect does this statement have on her argument?
Jordan uses the phrase "a people in search of a national Community." What evidence does she provide to support the claim that Americans are seeking this sense of community?
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Exit ticket
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“Identify one specific claim Barbara Jordan makes about the Democratic Party in her speech. Then, describe the evidence she uses to support this claim. Is this evidence effective in persuading the audience? Explain why or why not.”
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