Political Debate

Both candidates presented their plans with strong examples and evidence of why their plan best suited the American population.  Romney began the debate strong because he listed 5 parts of his plan to create jobs: energy independence, more trade with Latin America, enhance education for the proper training of jobs, balance the budget, and champion small businesses.  He developed logos in a well-organized manner, which gains respect of the audience. In terms of creating jobs, Romney made a clear statement against Obama when he discussed the tax rates on small businesses.  He stated that Obama wanted to raise the tax rate from 35% to 40%, which makes it more difficult for small businesses to thrive and create more jobs.  Obama was also stressing the importance of education.  Romney was in full agreement with Obama as well as providing the evidence to establish strong education.  He established solid school systems in Massachusetts, which made them the number one schools on America.  This establishes ethos because of his experience as Governor of Massachusetts.  Romney’s closing statement was what captured the attention of the audience.   He discussed what he will do and why his plan was more successful than Obama’s plan.  Romney stated, “ There has been chronic unemployment with 43 straight months of unemployment.”  He also said that if he becomes president he would help create 12 million more jobs.  Romney provided action in his closing statement, which overpowered Obama’s statement of working hard.