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George Kirkpatrick10/27/15George W. Bush Commencement Speech at Southern Methodist University

George BushA determined man who didnt let a C keep him from following his dreams.Joined Texas Air National Guard in 1968. Discharged Honorably in 1974.Met his wife Laura in 1977; had 2 twin girls.President in 2001.Nations leader during 9/11.Drinker before presidency, during presidency, and during marriage. His wife saved him.The Call

Havent given a commencement speech since office.Gives a sense of lack of practice. Rustic.

Responsibility?Why? One trustee I know really well-laughter. Bushs wife. Southern Methodist University also holds Bushs Presidential Library. I got a call from my landlord. (hahaha)

Landlord meaning the host of Bushs Library.

Why Bush is at SMU?

AudienceBush has come to Southern Methodist University to address the Class of 2015.A wider audience than that would be all those graduating in the years to come.Parents

SMU has laid a foundation.SMU has laid the foundation, now go out and build the house. Use the skills that were given to you for good.To inspire the Class of 2015I am honored to be here-to deliver the 100th Spring Commencement address.Showing appreciation for being asked to speak to the for SMUs 100th Commencement address. It is a big occasion.Like Churchill, I now paint. Unlike Churchill, the painting isnt worth much without the signature.Analogy between Churchill and Bush however Bushs paintings arent worth much without his signature. Dont be like Bush. Make a name for yourself. Create a reputation for yourself, one that will be able to be worth something without the signature!Tone InspirationalYou are blessed to live in the greatest Nation ever.Greatest Nation ever. Strikes pride into the graduates. Creates a prideful and hopeful beginning for their new lives ahead.Some say our best days are behind us. With a bright generation like you-these are not dark days. These are great days.A new generation each year brings new ideas to the table so the globe is always turning.As you serve others, you can inspire others.Take what you have learned to help others. Those actions will have a ripple effect.

Commemorating the Class of 2015 for their hard work.Inspirational speech from Bush to the future of America.

SpeechThanks, Thank youThrough the use of anaphora, Bush expresses his feelings of thanks towards the audience as well as President Turner for letting him speak.President of the United States of America Pretty sure nothing else needs to be said about that.Automatic ethosStill builds ethos by recognizing officials and parents, etc.enjoyed right to buy required campus meal plan.Emotional appeal to the audience.

Analogy between Moses and The Class of 2015Moses answered the call, led his people, and history was made.Mentioned to express that Moses came to recognize his path.You, too, will be called at some point.You referring to the Class of 2015. Bush wants the Class to take the chance when it comes them. They may never have that same opportunity again.Bibliographyhttp://www.softschools.com/timelines/george_w_bush_timeline/206/http://www.smu.edu/~/media/Images/News/2011/Summer-2011/class-of-2015.ashx?la=en https://www.tsl.texas.gov/sites/default/files/public/tslac/governors/modern/bush-p06.jpghttp://img.dailymail.co.uk/img/galleries/allamericanicon/laurabushEPA_271x350.jpg https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/d/d4/George-W-Bush.jpeghttps://www.smu.edu/~/media/Site/AboutSMU/Administration/TurnerRGerald.ashx?la=enhttp://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2013/08/14/article-2393746-1B4C1F73000005DC-195_634x422.jpghttp://www.albawaba.com/sites/default/files/im/george-w-bush-saul-loeb-afp.jpg The End B)Have great day!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Hope I didnt bore you to sleep