Pulitzer Prize winning writer Nicholas Kristof stated in his article “War and Wisdom” that argue the option of going to war should only be a last resort. Since there was a more realistic options available, Kristof denounces the decisions of Former President Bush who stated there was no real need to go to war. Kristof’s overall message and intent was to show how oppositions are not always the wiser decision. Kristof has a persuasive tone and insight, but later shifts to a more, authoritative tone as he goes in depth with the issue. By comparing past events, appealing to logos, and utilizing pathos to an extent, he succeeds in conveying the idea that war is by no means the first option, but rather the last. Kristof supports his opinion by providing