The desired outcome for a writer in any argument is to change the way one thinks or acts, to persuade the audience to his/her point of view. There is more to convincing an audience than presenting a claim and providing evidence. Imperative to any argument is the three elements of classic principles of argument: ethos, pathos, and logos. Authors will use ethos; a way to gain respect from character and his/her knowledge. Pathos is the emotional connection, establishing common ground by demonstrating sympathy for your audience’s values, beliefs, and worldview. Then lastly is logos (logic), means to persuade by the use of reasoning including deductive and inductive reasoning. Evidence and persuasive reason (explanation) to back up your claims. Jim Wallis, author of “What the Waters Revealed”, uses these three classic principles of argument to expose the poverty in America and the government’s detachment. …show more content…
More recently, Wallis helped form an organization of affiliated churches and religious organizations that strive to help the poor. Mr. Wallis says, “We must be disciplined by results when it comes to poverty reduction. It’s time to move from the politics of blame to the politics of solution…Together, we must end the debate that’s limited to the choices of large or small government and forge a common commitment to good and effective government.” (Lamm & Everett, 2007, p. 493) Here not only does he speak in an authoritative tone, but he reinforces his character that strives to better the