...Lincoln- Douglas debate is a well respected traditional form of debating utilized by high school debate teams through out the nation. It is aptly named for its distinct style based on its origin, which dates by to the presidential debate between Lincoln and Douglas. It is primarily known as a “value based debate” which is a debate centered on morals and logic. More specifically, it is premised on a philosophical foundation focusing on which side offers the most beneficial ethical solution to the resolution. The Lincoln-Douglas style of debate is comprised of two sides, known as the affirmative and the negative. The affirmative side will argue that there is a moral or logical obligation to uphold the resolution while the negative will argue that the resolution is incorrect and offer counter points. According to the National Forensic League a value of a debate is described, as “A value is an idea that a debater argues is paramount. The contentions in a Lincoln-Douglas case uphold the value. Generally, the debater will present philosophical background to support and explain their value.” The resolution in a Lincoln- Douglass debate creates a basis for two sides to have an opinion on an issue with emphasis on its philosophical purpose. An important part of the value is the counter value presented by the negative side, which argues that there is a greater and counteractive moral obligation to the previously presented value. The Lincoln-Douglas debate style not only lends itself...
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...Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln were heroic because they inspired others with their word and actions that ultimately made the world a better place. Even though they died over a century ago, their legacy lives on, inspiring people to stand for what they believe in, even if they ideas are criticized. Even though Lincoln is dead, “the memory of his virtues, of his wise and patriotic counsels and labors, (...) is precious, and will be a power for good in the country quite down to the end of time,(SB pg 68)” because of the labors Lincoln went through for America, he will be remembered for as long as the world exists. Lincoln went through all of his hardships so that he could see “peace arise upon the nation, (SB pg 68)” Even though Lincoln...
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...The period from 1854 to 1861 was a struggle between Stephen A. Douglas and Abraham Lincoln for public policy and values that will impact greatly to the United Stated. Douglas born in Vermont, a well-educated, well known man, who serve as a lawyer, judge, legislator and a perfect candidate to run for president. As for Lincoln a tall and lean, self-educated, man of integrity who study law, a less well-known person comparing to Douglas. As the two struggle to find a common ground between should slaves be set free or keeping them in check and stopping them from spreading. Lincoln in his speech said that he does not believe in freeing the slaves, or wanted to give them the right of citizenships. In facts, he mentions that all slaves and free black...
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...of line you could be taken and beaten. Abraham Lincoln and Fredrick Douglass were both American heroes who contributed with their positive character traits. Lincoln was a leader, intelligent, and courageous. Fredrick was also a leader, brave and loyal. Fredrick Douglass’s contributed the most to the abolishment of slavery. To begin, Lincoln was known as “Honest Abe” during his lifetime and that name has lived on to this day. Lincoln suffered the extreme loss of losing his mother at a young age. He barely went to school but was determined...
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...and Linc Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass: The battle between Freedom and Slavery Kayla DeSherlia ENG/220 January 30, 2016 Alfred Badger Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass: The battle between Freedom and Slavery It was during the Civil War era that both Frederick Douglass and Lincoln fought to destroy a country that was filled with turmoil of slavery. It was then that some of the best speeches came to be. Both of these orators fought for the same thing but they were so different. Frederick Douglass was a African American that was fighting for African American civil rights through speeches such as “Why Is the Negro Lynched?” and “What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?” while Abraham Lincoln was fighting for unity for all within the Union and Confederate states. Both of these speakers were able to captivate their audiences through their unique tones, methods, and diction to win over the audience and gain their support. Unique Tones, Methods, and Diction for Douglass Douglass was very clear and had one purpose when it came to making speeches and that was to gain rights for the African American community. He believed in equality for all, regardless of what color they were. He was a former slave that had in fact experienced the terror of being a slave, and he had gained sympathy (1852) and credibility from his audience during “What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?” It was due to Douglass’ personal experiences that he was able to use pessimism and patronizing...
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...In “Lincoln and Frederick Douglass: Another Debate,” Breiseth examines the differences and similarities in both Lincoln and Douglass’s onions in regards to slave abolition. Breiseth lays out the series of event that lead up to the emancipation proclamation and the end of the civil war. Breiseth claims that in the end, Lincoln and Douglass had the same fundamental opinions towards the causes and consequences of the Civil War. Throughout this political timeline, Breiseth provides us with evidence from both Lincoln and Douglass demonstrations of disagreement, that was shortly accompanied by an overall acceptance and understanding between the two. Lincolns plan to free slaves by saving the union was tactical and appropriate for his audience,...
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...Have you ever wondered who heroes are and what they do? Heroes do not necessarily have to be people like Superman or Batman. Instead, they can be people around you that you might not think to be heroes. Abraham Lincoln, Frederick Douglass and Tristan Eugene Segers are some examples of heroes. Heroes positively impact the world, are ordinary, everyday people and are not full of themselves, but put effort in helping others. Heroes make positive impacts in the world. Welles Crowther, a man who saved many lives during the bombing of the twin towers, said “I’m going back up. I know there are lots of people up there that need help.” He saved many lives, but never came back down the building. Ana, a mother with cancer, is “ fighting the disease,...
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...abolitionist Fredrick Douglass wrote an excerpt discussing slavery. With slavery being present for decades in the US’s past, nothing was more drastic as causing the Civil War, and in his excerpt, Douglass stands for his opinion about slavery being the dominos for these mistakes....
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...Slavery was a point in time that was painful and needed a solution for freedom.As a result, The Civil War would solve that problem. The time of slavery was a time of despair and a time of hardship for the many trapped souls in slavery. In the Narrative Life of Frederick Douglass: An American Slave, slaves were not able to have an education, such as Frederick Douglass in his years of slavery. He was restricted to learn to read or write as a slave. Therefore, there was little hope for Douglass to find a different route in life to have an education. Abraham Lincoln also played an important role to help free slaves in the text, The Gettysburg Address. He changed the minds of many to help rescue the souls put into slavery. For these reasons, The Civil War would forever change Americans and redefine freedom and equality....
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...He was accompanied to the executive mansion and introduced to President Lincoln by Senator Samuel Pomeroy. The room in which he received visitors was the one now used by the President’s secretaries. Fredrick Douglass entered it with a moderate estimate of his own consequence, and yet there was to talk with, and even to advise, the head man of a great nation. They had said that it was a good thing there was no vain pomp and ceremony about him. Fredrick was never more quickly or more completely put at ease in the presence of a great man, than in that of Abraham Lincoln. He was seated, when he entered, in a low armchair, with his feet extended to the floor, surrounded by a large number of documents, and busy secretaries. The room was full...
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...readings of Lincoln’s Second Inaugural, Flannery O’Connor, “Good Country People”, and Frederick Douglass’s Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, there are several similarities and differences. The main point of this writing is to highlight the simplicity of the readings. Values of humanity, and morality are some of the key points to focus on throughout the writings and will be discussed accordingly. While there are mostly similarities, there are a few differences as well and they will also be examined. Lincoln’s Second Inaugural Address, written in 1865 and delivered on March 4, 1865, was delivered directly during the Civil War. The Civil War of America was started and fought for many different...
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...Frederick Douglas, a mixed race slave contributed to anti slave movement and civil war beginning as a lecturer, influencing Lincoln to push for the emancipation proclamation as well as black women’s rights. Douglass was able to escape slavery and articulate his experiences in compelling lectures. He played a role during Lincoln’s presidency to influence to allow the participation of African Americans to fight in the civil war. He also pushed for freedom for all African American Slaves. After the 15th amendment was passed Douglas fought for African American woman’s equality and their right to vote. His accomplishments helped shape the country into what it is today, one nation. Frederick Douglass was born on a plantation in Maryland and was raised by his grandmother. He knew he had a ‘white’ father and that his mother was sent away to work at a neighboring plantation. When he was 8 he was sent to another plantation to become a house servant. He was taught by the master’s wife to read and write. At around the age of 13 he taught himself public speaking by reading the book The Columbian Orator, which he purchased for himself. (teenink.com) William Garrison, head of the Anti-Slavery Society, recognized Douglass as and excellent and interesting speaker. The society later helped him publish his autobiography. He wrote his book, “Narrative of the life of Frederick Douglass, in which he described his life and experiences as a slave. (Sayre 962) He physically fought with his owner then escaped...
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...Martin Luther king Jr. and Fredrick Douglass both use their own skills in their speeches to prove how their freedom is nothing without equality. In Kings ” I Have a Dream” and Douglass’ “Address to Massachusetts Anti-Slavery Society” they both use rhetorical and literary devices to express their thoughts of freedom and equality. Martin Luther king Jr. wanted not only blacks freedom, but to have equal rights like the rest of American citizens. A rhetorical device found in King's speech is an anaphora to make the listeners emphasis and remember what is being said. Martin Luther king states,” I have a dream “ about 8 times to demonstrate to the audience to get it through there head what his dream is, to have the world in the future to come...
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...The Lincoln Douglass debates were a series of debates that took place between Abraham Lincoln and Stephen Douglass while they were running for a seat on the Illinois state Senate. The debates took place during the election of 1858 and showed how diverse opinions can be. These debates were held all over the eastern coast, and the common theme was slavery and states rights. The two men had very different debate styles, Douglass was more aggressive and attacked his opponent while Lincoln used calm logic and sound thinking. In total, they held 7 debates. Douglass, an advocate of popular sovereignty , believed that it should be up to the individual state to make a decision over slavery while Lincoln thought that slavery itself should be outlawed across the United States. As the debates went on, more and more people got interested in them, and pretty soon, each debate drew in a large crowd. Abraham Lincoln was on the side of the people in these debates. During one debate, Lincoln gave his famous " House Divided" speech. In it, he said a house...
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...Twelve score years and two years ago, America was founded upon the idea that “all men are created equal.” Throughout history, some people have been denied their equal rights. Lincoln’s famous speech,”Gettysburg Address” and Frederick Douglass’ autobiography, The Life of Frederick Douglass both show insight on the civil war. Douglass wrote his book before the Civil War began and Lincoln wrote his speech during the Civil War. Douglass showed what it was like to live as a child kept in slavery. Lincoln gave his speech about the struggle over ending slavery and having equality. The Civil War changed Americans’ ideas about freedom because it ended slavery and changed the way people thought about equality. Life before the Civil War seemed to have...
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