Commitment Speech By Anna Quindlen

Beginning as a assignment reporter, Anna Quilden had an opinion column in the New York Times. She left her job as a reporter which caused her to receive much criticism. In the Commencement Speech, Anna wants everyone to learn that being themselves is okay, and not to worry about other's opinions; Anna does this with rhetoric and other literary devices.

The author's tone is very inspiring and energetic, yet hurt and upset at how she used to live her life. Throughout the speech, Quindlen's attitude is very enthusiastic and encouraging and connects with the audience by continually referring to her audience, often addressing them as “you.” She seems extremely regretful at how she acted in college, saying trying to be perfect was very unnecessary