Moreover, with the help of the pathos appeal and with an informative tone, Jenkins speaks about the imperative need of America to accept its racial discrimination and inequality history. Jenkins considers being extremely important to recognize the historical connections that have contributed to discrimination and inequality patterns, such as a thriving economy that does not benefit minorities. Jenkins (2013), with the help of the rhetorical device of figurative speech, pushes this idea further when he says, "Rising economic tides do not reliably lift all boats" (p. 340). Jenkins also uses an accusatory tone when referring to these discriminatory patterns. He uses phrases like, "Stubbornly persistence" and "Openly hostile", to make a strong