Question

In his closing argument during the O.J. Simpson murder trial, defense attorney Johnnie Cochran said to the jury:
"You are empowered to do justice. You are empowered to ensure that this great system of ours works. Listen for a moment, will you, please. One of my favorite people in history is the great Frederick Douglas. He said shortly after the slaves were freed, quote, "In a composite nation like ours as before the law, there should be no rich, no poor, no high, no low, no white, no black, but common country, common citizenship, equal rights and a common destiny."

Answer 1

This marvelous statement was made more than 100 years ago. It's an ideal worth striving for and one that we still strive for. We haven't reached this goal yet, but certainly in this great country of ours, we're trying. With a jury such as this, we hope we can do that in this particular case."

Evaluate Cochran's argument in terms of logos, pathos, and ethos. Use evidence from the statement to support your answer. Your response should be a minimum of five sentences

Answer 2

So he is saying that there should be justice, even though that compromise has never been brought. No matter what difference you have with others there should be someone who listens to you and tries to understand you. He is asking him to give him a chance like how Frederik gave a chance of freedom to the slaves.

Answer 3

Ooookkk That makes sense!! Thank you!

Answer 4

yup