Trump and Reagan both stressed the importance of the government belonging to the people in their inaugural addresses. Trump stated, “What truly matters is not which party controls our government, but whether our government belongs to the people.” Likewise, Reagan stated, “Our government has no power except that granted by the people.” Both seemed to agree that the people define the government, not the other way around. Reagan and Trump used “we” many times throughout their speech and “I” few times throughout their speech. They used collaborative language to promote unity and convey that they are with the people. Both presidents succeeded presidents with contrary …show more content…
Kennedy differed in their language in their inaugural speeches. Trump painted a negative view of the current state of America when he took office. On the other hand, Kennedy spoke from a more positive view in his inaugural address. Trump told the world that he will put America’s own interests first when he stated, “ From this moment on, it’s going to be America First.” In slight contrast, Kennedy told the world that America will join them in achieving peace and carrying out the agenda of the United Nations. Trump seemed to stress a more independent America while Kennedy visioned an America that is more engaged with the