Former US President Barack Obama spoke during the second night of the Democratic Convention. According to international analyst Lourival Sant’Anna, Obama used the worldview of Republican candidate Donald Trump to differentiate him from Democrat Kamala Harris.
The analyst highlighted the fact that Obama avoided mentioning the coup attempt that took place between December 2020 and January 2021 in the country. Instead, the former president chose to emphasize the differences between the worldviews of Trump and Kamala Harris.
Biographical contrasts and visions of the State
Obama highlighted his humble origins and the need to constantly strive, characteristics shared by him, Michelle Obama and Kamala Harris.
In contrast, he alluded to Trump’s “affirmative action of generational wealth,” suggesting that the former Republican president has always had a “large financial cushion” to support him.
For Lourival, the speech also addressed the fundamental differences between Democrats and Republicans regarding the role of the State.
Obama emphasized the challenge of defending the idea that democracy can be beneficial, as opposed to the narrative of distrust in institutions – often promoted by Trump.
Emotion and compassion as central themes
Lourival emphasized that Barack and Michelle Obama brought a message of compassion and solidarity, contrasting with what they consider to be the individualism characteristic of Trump’s speech.
The mention of Michelle’s late mother, Mary Robinson, served to reinforce the importance of thinking of others and helping others.
For the analyst, Obama’s speech was notable for its apparent spontaneity. His oratorical skills moved the diverse audience, with many spectators visibly moved during the speech.
This content was originally published in Analysis: Obama used Trump’s worldview to differentiate him from Kamala on the CNN Brasil website.
Source: CNN Brasil
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