COM 101 WEEK 8 DISCUSSION

"Persuasion" Please respond to the following: 

• You  hear a very powerful speech delivered by a member of a community-based  activist group that advocates for the less fortunate in your town. The  community activist delivering the speech is pleading with community  members to join the protest of all stores in order to save the community  homeless shelter from being torn down to build a new upscale hotel.  
• What  effective persuasive speech methods do you need to see or hear in order  for you to feel convinced that this is a cause worthy of your support,  and why? Choose one of the following, and provide an explanation of your  choice:  
• Promises of change (speaks to wants, needs, and emotions) 
• Humor and enthusiasm (influence through attitude and beliefs) 
• New solutions and Ideas (provides evidence, results, and ideas) 

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