Thomas Woodrow Wilson, 28th president of the United States, was born 28 December 1856, in Staunton, Virginia. Wilson briefly attended Davidson College and later transferred to Princeton University, graduating with the class of 1879. In 1888, Wilson joined the faculty of Wesleyan University and, in 1890, was invited to return to Princeton as professor of jurisprudence and political economy. He went on to become president of Princeton University in 1902 and then Governor of New Jersey for one term in 1910. Wilson was elected president of the United States in 1912 and reelected in 1916. As president, Wilson was responsible for many social and economic reforms including the passage of the Federal Reserve Act, the Child Labor Reform Act, and legislation that supported unions to ensure fair treatment of working Americans. The 19th Amendment was ratified during his second term, guaranteeing all women the right to vote. Wilson is best remembered for his leadership during World War I, and his attempt to establish the League of Nations.
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Analysis
At Princeton University some students no longer want Woodrow Wilson's name to be apart of the school; this because he was a racist. This article is effective in using ethos, logos and pathos to convince the Princeton faculty and students that Wilson was much more than just a racist. Everything should be taken into consideration.
Ethos, Logos and Pathos
The author used ethos to influence the purpose by stating that Wilson "advocated women's right to vote." This also gaveout pathos to the women readers who feel strongly about their rights.