“Arrogance of Power: Today, I Weep for my Country…”
by Senator Robert Byrd, March 19, 2003
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Now listen to “On Iraq War Progress and Vision,” by George W. Bush, June 28, 2005.
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After you’ve listened to both speeches, choose one you feel is more persuasive. Identify the statement of position (or thesis). Identify the main arguments used and the examples provided to support the argument.
Sample Solution