Essays Tagged: "public speaker"

"The Invisible Man" by Ralph Ellison

all together as one, but in reality they were just using him for what he had to offer; being a good public speaker.The story begins with the narrator recounting his memories of his grandfather. The mo ... is approached by someone who witnessed the incident.(Benston 40) He offers the narrator a job as a public speaker. The narrator eventually accepts and joins the political organization known as the Br ...

(9 pages) 121 0 3.0 Apr/1997

Subjects: Literature Research Papers > North American

"Feeding the Flames" Written in response to the prompt: Can we learn from history? Discusses the reign of Hitler and the Holocaust.

ver his forehead and a square little mustache on his often, somber face, Adolf Hitler seemed to the public a comical figure when he first entered politics. He was a public speaker who ranted and raved ... black ink on the placid pages of respected newspapers.Movie houses, cafes, concert halls and other public places began to put up signs reading, "Jews not wanted." Signs at swimming pools read, "No Je ...

(4 pages) 33 0 3.7 Nov/2002

Subjects: History Term Papers > World History > World War II

4 page thesis paper on malcolm x. why he had become a racist

Malcolm XMalcolm X was an inspirational public speaker and leader. He was also a distinguished campaigner for racial equality and African Am ...

(5 pages) 232 4 4.6 Dec/2002

Subjects: Law & Government Essays > Civil Rights > Black Awareness & Racism

A Fooled Nation: Hitler's Rise to Power.

en, somber face, Adolf Hitler seemed a comical figure when he first entered into politics. He was a public speaker who ranted and raved until his voice was hoarse and sweat dripped from his brow. Hitl ... on the evening of September 14, 1930 the NSDAP had become the second largest party in the Weimar Republic.The NSDAP was founded as "Deutschearbei Partei", the German Workers Party (DAP) in Munich, du ...

(16 pages) 195 0 4.7 Oct/2003

Subjects: History Term Papers > World History > World War II

Describe the Nazi's rise in population an why they were able to create a totalitarian state by 1936

reatest leaders of the 20th century, Adolf Hitler. Hitler's speeches were inspiring, he was a great public speaker who could enthuse the masses and ignite a sense of belief. His policies made sense an ... er (Hitler) became a member of this party almost as soon as it was established, with his talents in public speaking he quickly rose to be one of the leaders in the party. He became both chief of propa ...

(8 pages) 44 0 5.0 Mar/2004

Subjects: History Term Papers > World History > World War II

Biography of Barbara Jordan: Political Activist

rove her speaking skills. She attended Phillis Wheatley High School and participated in debates and public speaking engagements. She was the first place winner at the National Ushers Convention Orator ... hicago, Illinois. Barbara received the Girl of the Year Award and became a well-known and respected public speaker throughout Texas.In 1952, Barbara enrolled in Texas Southern University (TSU). Her tu ...

(3 pages) 46 0 4.6 Apr/2004

Subjects: Law & Government Essays > Government

Maybe Tomorrow

dies, told in a compelling, honest and uplifting way. Boori is an engaging performer and a terrific public speaker. He performs regularly for school children. Everyone he meets is touched by his messa ...

(4 pages) 72 1 4.8 Apr/2004

Subjects: Art Essays

Similarites of James Jarvis and Stephen Kumalo

r as an engineer, in his spare time he was an activist for blacks. He wrote speeches and acted as a public speaker for blacks about racism. A couple of day's before Arthur's funeral Jarvis went to a s ...

(2 pages) 19 0 3.5 Apr/2004

Subjects: History Term Papers > African Studies - History

Edgar Allan Poe

nting poetry and chilling short stories. He was a unique and successful writer, editor, scholar and public speaker. His vocabulary and word usage was intense and darkly beautiful. My interest in this ... another popular literary magazine. This was where his famous poem titled "The Raven" made its first public presence on January 29th, 1845. Despite the widely applausive feedback that he received for h ...

(8 pages) 79 1 5.0 May/2004

Subjects: Literature Research Papers

CALVIN COOLIDGE (1923-1929) (30th President of the United States)

Honest, responsible, wise, open to new ideas and good public speaker are only a few of the characteristics we want and/or expected a president to have. We ... ountry. Coolidge was a good president, even though he was not open to new ideas and not a very good public speaker, his honesty, intelligence, responsibility, leadership, dedication and a much more of ...

(3 pages) 30 0 2.3 Jun/2004

Subjects: Literature Research Papers > Biographies

Frederick Douglas

ited States in the 1800's. He was one of the foremost leaders petitioning against slavery. Douglass publicized his views through writing, reading, and speaking and was always the center of attention. ... attention. In 1838 he escaped from slavery and spent the rest of his life establishing himself as a public speaker and advocate abolitionist. Douglass set himself apart from other slaves of that time ...

(3 pages) 28 0 0.0 Nov/2001

Subjects: History Term Papers > North American History

Woodrow Wilson

or increasing United States participation in world affairs.A political notice who had held only one public office before becoming president, Wilson had political skill. He was a brilliant and effectiv ... rm, fun-loving man who went right to his ideals. But the lenght years in office, a illness, and the public's idea following World War I changed Wilson's image to humorless crusader for the League of N ...

(6 pages) 18 0 0.0 Jan/2002

Subjects: History Term Papers

Julius Caesar vs. Chocolate Wa

a group. To be effective leaders the must have certain qualities; one of these qualities is a good public speaker. Marc Antony is an excellent public speaker and is always able to convince his listen ... re is much reason in his sayings" (Shakespeare III, ii, 118). By being able to convince the general public of what he is saying and his point, he is effectively leading them. Another good trait of a l ...

(5 pages) 1303 0 0.0 Feb/2008

Subjects: Literature Research Papers > European Literature > Authors > Shakespeare

Medgar Evers

s not common where he grew up. He also enlisted into the U.S. army. The NAACP noticed he was a good public speaker and he was later assigned to be a field secretary for Mississippi's NAACP district. H ...

(1 pages) 1437 0 0.0 Feb/2008

Subjects: Law & Government Essays > Civil Rights > Black Awareness & Racism

Synthesis Paper

I am a very good public speaker. Does that catch you as surprisingly forward? Well it should, because most people my ... t be able to say that to their teacher. I think the main points that help me be so comfortable in a public speaking position are the ideas that I have a very good vocabulary and I am able to talk to a ... I came to college I was a well mannered person and that was enough to "keep my head above water" in public speaking situations. I knew a few skills and did not know a lot more. This class has strength ...

(5 pages) 54 0 0.0 Feb/2008

Subjects: Literature Research Papers > European Literature > Authors > Shakespeare

Calvin Coolidge

He was brought up to believe in a divine intelligence and that man had a God given right to exhibit public service(#5). At an early age it was already apparent that he was cautious, dependable, honest ... ege in Massachusetts. His favorite subjects were oratory and philosophy, but he never excelled as a public speaker(Internet #5). After he graduated in 1895, he went on to become a lawyer in Northampto ...

(5 pages) 11 0 0.0 Feb/2008

Subjects: History Term Papers > North American History

“Governor Of California, Hiram Johnson”

hen Hiram Johnson took the oath of office as Governor. California was overwhelmed by corruption and public protest was rising rapidly. Hiram Johnson, supported by the Progressives, was expected to be ... or women, and tighter control of the power trust. Hiram Johnson, a natural rebel, was an incredible public motivator, a power that would ultimately earn him notoriety and allow him to modify Californi ...

(5 pages) 14 0 0.0 Feb/2008

Subjects: History Term Papers > North American History

Hitler Coming to Power Hitler came to power in on

u were to walk down the streets of Germany you would see propaganda every where. Hitler was a great public speaker he was able to show his point of view very well and be convincing of his topic. He ga ... s speeches were said to be very powerful and moving to the listeners. Along with propaganda and his public speeches he used other tactics like blackmail. Hitler was not a man of his wo ...

(2 pages) 1493 0 0.0 Feb/2008

Subjects: History Term Papers > European History > German History

Career Goals

e about sulfites after they learned of my allergy. It seems they don't pose a "sizable risk" to the public and "offer great tangible benefits" to food distributors everywhere. Sulfites are a food enha ... needs more people like me, who will use both their science background with genuine concern for the public good. I'm a good candidate for them. I have a great background in biochemistry, I'm passionat ...

(2 pages) 22 0 5.0 Feb/2008

Subjects: Humanities Essays > Health & Medicine

Why Yale?

self-confidence and to become more comfortable speaking English. Within a year, I became a seasoned public speaker who competed successfully in international competitions. Last summer, my team placed ...

(1 pages) 1893 0 0.0 Feb/2008

Subjects: Social Science Essays > Education