The article that Cesar Chavez wrote about his argument for nonviolent resistance is filled with rhetorical choices that he makes. The purpose for this article is to persuade the audience to approach the situation of whites against blacks with an attitude that will not influence violent actions. From the ones that he picks, it helps enhance his article and, what I think, pulls the audience towards agreeing with him. One particular rhetorical strategy that Cesar Chavez uses throughout his article is personification. A quote from this article states, “This observance of Dr. King’s death gives us the best possible opportunity to recall the principles with which our struggle has grown and matured.” Cesar Chavez obviously gives the people’s