Presidential Debate

Rhetorical tools
1.  rhetorical question- Romney says "And you are asking; why lower the rates?"
2.  ad hominem- Obama brings up his anniversary, which diverts from the argument.  He says this trying to gain sympathy from his audience.
3.  pathos- Romney mentions experiences that he was witnessed with grieving people without jobs, which makes the audience feel sympathy.
4.  ethos-  These personal experiences Romney had with these people without jobs also built his credibility.
5.  structure- Romney builds structure with his organization.  He lists out 5 ways to get people jobs.
6.  Logos- Both candidates were constantly throwing out facts and numbers supporting their claims.
7.  Hand Gestures- Both candidates also use hand gestures throughout the debate.  For example, Obama used hand gestures when describing the our countries growing debt.
8.  Eye Contact- Romney was constantly looking at Obama, trying to make eye contact, but Obama kept looking down.
9.  Repetition- Romney repeats this sentence for emphasis: "No tax cut will be made that adds to deficit."
10.  Allusion- Romney refers to past events when his sons would keep asking him until they did what they wanted him to.