2018 OHIO MIDTERM ELECTIONS
RHETORICAL ANALYSIS
OHIO ISSUE 1
FOR ISSUE 1
This article is very effective as an argument due to the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative’s continuous use of credible sources and emotional ties, as well as clear logic used as needed throughout. These strategies work together to appeal to the audience and potentially convince them to vote in favor of Issue 1.
Rosnick’s use of statistics in the letter convinces voters that voting yes on issue 1 will benefit Ohio. However, her letter fails to be a successful persuasion because of her lack of resources and credibility.
AGAINST ISSUE 1
Chief Justice O’Connor employs logos, ethos, and pathos very effectively, convincing voters to voting no on Issue 1 would be the best choice.
Although the amendment appeals to the intellectual side of voters, it falls short due to the lack of emotion and complex writing style.
Although the Ohio Safe and Healthy Communities Campaign handout includes many persuasive messages through the use of pathos, the typical person may not feel as strongly about Issue One after reading it because of the lack of statistics.