When it comes to the motivation behind each speech, it is fairly easy for the reader to find the source. As mentioned earlier, …show more content…
Do not misinterpret this insert for a lackluster attempt at persuasion. It does indeed rile up the reader for the speakers cause but the reader can be dissuaded at the Beveridge’s initial remarks that question the readers patriotism. William Jenning Bryan includes a similar passage in his speech when he states, “The hour of temptation has come but temptations do not destroy, they merely test the strength of individuals and nations; they are stumbling blocks or stepping stones; the lead to infamy or fame” (Bryan 13). He reinforces his topic by including how “Benedict Arnold and Ethan Allen served together in Continental army and both were offered British gold. Arnold yielded to the temptation and made his name a synonym for treason; Allen resisted and lives in the affections of his countrymen” (13). Essentially Beveridge and Bryan are stating very similar things, yet Bryan appears more persuasive. While Beveridge questions the reader and asks whether or not the reader is on the American side or not, Bryan increases his intensity within the similar statements by given the reader an ultimatum, “Us or the