Widely known for her immense courage, persistence, and selflessness, Harriet Tubman is one of the most recognized and admired figures in women, civil rights, and American history. She risked her life escaping bondage at a young age through the UGRR (Underground Railroad) and subsequently became a “conductor” for the secretive network. Before the Civil war, she managed to lead dozens of slaves to freedom despite the constant threat of her capture. Her service to society did not cease in the wake of the war, rather she went on to become a nurse, and eventually an incredibly valuable Union spy. …

On January 20, 1961, amid the Cold War, President John F. Kennedy delivered his inaugural address in Washington D.C. While being elected during a time of chaos, it was his responsibility to reassure and instill confidence in the American people. Kennedy was able to leave a massive impact on the people of America and every nation watching, whether their relations with America were cordial or not. Through the use of the pathos appeal, impactful elements such as anaphora and complex syntax, and a confident, compelling tone, Kennedy successfully ignites hope within his nation and offers respect, aid, and an invitation…

Today, January 18th, marks a day of celebration and remembrance for one of the most influential figures in American history, Martin Luther King Jr. Through his effective strategies of peaceful protesting and subtle yet highly impactful acts of resistance, King played a massive role in orchestrating a shift in the civil rights of the United States. What helped him to achieve such accomplishments were the ideals he held and instilled within his followers. Throughout his career, King advocated for coexistence, mutual respect, and affinity within the community, regardless of race or social status. …

In his foreword to Seasons of Life, a documentation of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge published in 2003, former President Jimmy Carter does a remarkable job of convincing his readers to preserve the beauty and natural resources of the reserve. He accomplishes this through the use of descriptive, vivid diction, a compelling yet composed tone, and several uses of the pathos and ethos appeals. Carter’s passionate manner stimulates emotions of concern and sympathy towards the reserve within his readers. His delivery is directed towards the American people, whose support is critical for the conservation of the reserve. …

Shatter Me, a piece featuring Lindsey Stirling and Lzzy Hale, is an incredible musical masterpiece. It portrays the struggle the majority of humanity face each day; the exhausting task of following the crowd and giving the impression that we are flawless beings in an attempt to be accepted and admired by society. We spend hours ensuring our next social media post promotes our perfection and conceals our weaknesses. We strive to impress others, make them idolize us, even envy us. Yet far beneath our delicate porcelain shell, we all yearn to break free.

“I pirouette in the dark, I see…

“We shall defend our island, whatever the cost may be, we shall fight on the beaches, we shall fight on the landing grounds, we shall fight in the fields and in the streets, we shall fight in the hills; we shall never surrender.” These are only a few of the words that helped to encourage the desperate people of Britain during the catastrophic events of World War II. One man was able to rally this entire nation and guide them to victory, despite the overwhelming odds and doubts stacked against them. …

How many hours of our lives have we spent worrying over the friends we have… or want? How many times have we second-guessed certain friendships, or completely blanked out when trying to create one? Often, we can underestimate the impact a few, seemingly harmless qualities can have on a relationship — even if it’s something as simple as an Instagram addiction or video game rage. Contrastingly, we may overlook the better traits of a person, while other times… we may not know what to look for at all!

We have all experienced the “Friend Quest” period in our lives before…

“Wish we could turn back time, to the good old days, when our momma sang us to sleep but now we’re stressed out.” These words from another one-of-a-kind composition by Twenty One Pilots very plainly describe a universal pain in a catchy tune you just can’t shake. Many times, the reason we can’t help singing along to certain songs is that — secretively — we completely relate to the lyrics. Constantly, people face the unwanted task of leaving behind their carefree, innocent childhoods, and taking on the challenges and burdens of reality.

Many of us were reassured as children. We…