Argument Krauthammer argues that English deserves to be the official language of the government in America.
Counterargument Krauthammer mentions that America has always had great success for assimilating immigrants, regardless of the difference in language. He also states that it “would not be the end of the world” if America ever officially became bilingual such as Canada.
Purpose The purpose is to influence readers that declaring English as the official language of American would help unify the country and prevent problems in the future.
Audience The target audience is the Senate and citizens of America in general.
Ethos Krauthammer appeals to ethos by stating that he grew up in Quebec and fluently speaks three languages.
