Ramage vs. Bush

One of the first techniques or approaches Ramage speaks on is "stasis". This stasis is meant to bring light to a subject that has obvious divided opinions. The speakers job is to ask questions and unite that divide. One very common subject and concern for American's is the issue of taxes. In Bush's Sate of the Union speech, he addresses this issue. He says he will lower taxes, but he also puts the responsibility on the public. Saying that the economy must grow, and it can only grow by smaller businesses being created to provide more jobs.

The tool Toulmin's Schema is also evident in Bush's speech. This is evident when he speaks on the war on terrorism. It is obvious that the American people are not divided about being attacked by terrorists. No one wants that, where the divide lies is how it is handled. Bush does not attempt to persuade, but rather explains how his own tactics are working and helping.