Climate Change and the Rhetoric Behind it
In the past few weeks climate change protests have begun to spring up all around the world. One of the big events to spur from these protests is Greta Thunberg's speech to the UN about her and the youth's thoughts on climate change and some nations refusing to make a change. Greta used an emotional approach in her speech to sway people's opinions on the issue which combined with the rhetoric of her speech she made a very effective argument against politicians and their stance on climate change. This speech that Greta made is a perfect example of using Pathos or emotion in rhetoric and shows how effective and powerful it can make someones position.
I agree, whenever something effects you personally or emotionally , it is easier to sway your opinion.
ReplyDeleteI think it's great to see so many people our age finally stand against climate change. And, from watching some of Thunberg's speeches, it's nice to finally hear someone say what we've all been thinking. She is absolutely right when she says that it shouldn't be up to us to deal with this. And, if her use of pathos was effective, hopefully there will finally be change.
ReplyDeleteI think that it is important that we start seeing younger generations getting more involved ( like Gretta Thunberg). The more that society sees younger people standing up for our future; the more we can make advancements. Younger people being more decisive about the world we live in is so important for future generations and quality of life.
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