War Prayer Rhetorical Analysis

My fellow Americans, we stand today on the brink of war, grieving both for ourselves and for the people in Afghanistan, who have been hurt longer than we have. Ten days ago, the World Trade Center was attacked by a group of extremists based in Afghanistan. Since then, we have shown the strength of our people, who have intercepted the aims of the terrorists to prevent visions of democracy and self-government on which this country stands. Yet while our principles continue, unscarred and secure, the same is not true in Afghanistan. There, the peaceful teachings of Islam have been cast aside, and instead are used to promote violence. There, women have no rights to education. There, human trafficking and massacres against civilians have become common. There, leaders are self-appointed. We are fighting for their safety and protection as much as our own. The battle we share stems from a desire to fight those oppressing freedom, not civilians caught in the crossfire. Food, refuge, and medical aid will be available to our friends.

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Patience, armed forces, economic expenses, and strength will be needed in the war thrust upon our shoulders. Yet, the sacrifices we would otherwise make are far greater. Without this fight for justice and freedom, we would give up the preconceived destiny set up by our ancestors and the previous safety and confidence in this country. The private pain felt by the families who lost someone is unimaginable. Our children are now fearful that this event will repeat itself, taking another family member. They deserve a calm life full of hope. The safety of generations of children, not just our own, are at stake. A fourth grade girl recently wrote to the President, "As much as I don't want my dad to fight, I'm willing to give him to you." She knows the importance of our mission, and the cost that ensures her