‘Poetry on Buses’ brings Seattle’s languages, cultures along for the ride
September 14, 2015
S-Reagan Jackson; heavily invested in the Seattle community, social activist; writing style is casual yet passionate
O-Relaunch of the 'Poetry on Buses' campaign; Spring is typically a time for new growth, and this program emphasizes growing stronger as a community
A- Young adults, poc, those interested in social justice matters, probably liberal/socialist, value equality of the sexes/races
P- This column was written to promote a unification campaign, 'Poetry on Buses' and to persuade readers to become involved in their own local community. It is intended to serve as an inspirational message of how even in the most diverse and linguistically divided communities, centripetal forces can unify anyone.
S-The subject of this article is the resurgence of the 'Poetry on Buses' campaign in Seattle, WA.
Tone-Jackson's tone is often sanguineous: "What will be the next iteration? Are there other forms of creative expression that can do the same thing and will Seattle come together to make this a priority?" Her overall hopeful and bright attitude towards community poetry and the promise of unity that it brings eagerly awaits the next 'ice breaker' that will bring the city she loves one step closer.
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Jackson utilizes semiformal diction, her well established credibility, and appeals to pathos to persuade readers to become involved in their local communities,
Throughout the article, Jackson intentionally uses terms such as "engage", "unifying", and "friendships" to illustrate the concept of an integrated community. She views 'Poetry on Buses' as an outlet for people of different ethnic background to rally together behind on goal: to bring the city of Seattle together. Much of Jackson's writing infuses polysyllabic words with monosyllabic counterparts, creating a very conversational, yet sophisticated, work.
Jackson establishes her credibility on the subject by being a member of the Seattle community. From her previous works and optimistic attitude, it is clear that Jackson is personally invested in the status of her community in Seattle, as a social activist, the audience can trust that Jackson's perspective is from a well supported background and interest in the topic at hand.
In the column, Jackson heavily appeals to pathos. She often includes personal anecdotes from community members and leaders of the 'Poetry on Buses' initiative: "We've always had stories and we've always had our voices and there is something primordial that's different thats something that poetry keys into." -Michelle Peñaloza. Jackson's use of these personal testimonies of how poetry has shaped their lives and helped one another feel safe and secure in a land far away from their native homes compells readers to feel compassion for this divided community that is finally learning to love one another. Jackson hopes this appeal to pathos will inspire others to become involved in or begin their own community unification projects.
O-Relaunch of the 'Poetry on Buses' campaign; Spring is typically a time for new growth, and this program emphasizes growing stronger as a community
A- Young adults, poc, those interested in social justice matters, probably liberal/socialist, value equality of the sexes/races
P- This column was written to promote a unification campaign, 'Poetry on Buses' and to persuade readers to become involved in their own local community. It is intended to serve as an inspirational message of how even in the most diverse and linguistically divided communities, centripetal forces can unify anyone.
S-The subject of this article is the resurgence of the 'Poetry on Buses' campaign in Seattle, WA.
Tone-Jackson's tone is often sanguineous: "What will be the next iteration? Are there other forms of creative expression that can do the same thing and will Seattle come together to make this a priority?" Her overall hopeful and bright attitude towards community poetry and the promise of unity that it brings eagerly awaits the next 'ice breaker' that will bring the city she loves one step closer.
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Jackson utilizes semiformal diction, her well established credibility, and appeals to pathos to persuade readers to become involved in their local communities,
Throughout the article, Jackson intentionally uses terms such as "engage", "unifying", and "friendships" to illustrate the concept of an integrated community. She views 'Poetry on Buses' as an outlet for people of different ethnic background to rally together behind on goal: to bring the city of Seattle together. Much of Jackson's writing infuses polysyllabic words with monosyllabic counterparts, creating a very conversational, yet sophisticated, work.
Jackson establishes her credibility on the subject by being a member of the Seattle community. From her previous works and optimistic attitude, it is clear that Jackson is personally invested in the status of her community in Seattle, as a social activist, the audience can trust that Jackson's perspective is from a well supported background and interest in the topic at hand.
In the column, Jackson heavily appeals to pathos. She often includes personal anecdotes from community members and leaders of the 'Poetry on Buses' initiative: "We've always had stories and we've always had our voices and there is something primordial that's different thats something that poetry keys into." -Michelle Peñaloza. Jackson's use of these personal testimonies of how poetry has shaped their lives and helped one another feel safe and secure in a land far away from their native homes compells readers to feel compassion for this divided community that is finally learning to love one another. Jackson hopes this appeal to pathos will inspire others to become involved in or begin their own community unification projects.