I'm doing a speech in school about the pledge of allegiance?
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Nowhere does it say (even though Jefferson said it in private or so called public papers)that church & state should be separated to the point where you remove any reference to God, the Ten Commandments, prayer, Nativity scenes, Christmas trees, etc. from all schools, government buildings, etc.  The meaning of separation is that the Federal Government will NOT force anyone to believe or practice the Christian religion, like if you don't want to pray while others are, or recite the pledge of allegiance saying "under God", fine.  You don't have to.  You can even leave the room & come back after they're finished.  But it doesn't mean the government should stop anyone from praying, displaying the Ten Commandments, pledging "under God", displaying Nativity scenes, showing Christmas trees, etc. You should also be allowed to wear any symbol of your religion while attending school--as long as it does not promote violence against others.  Just because you oppose homosexuality does NOT mean that you are violently opposed to it.  Also, homosexuals have no right to FORCE anyone to live their lifestyle or commit homosexual acts with them.
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The answer to your question is I can.  But I won't.  It would not sound right unless it was coming from your heart.\n\nWhat does it mean to you to be on the student council?  Did anyone help you get elected that you should thank?  What plans or contributions could you make to the student council?  Will you try to represent the other students and get them the things they need for their school?  What's important to you and to them and can you help make those things happen?\n\nMake a list and answer the questions, then pick out what sounds best.  You'll do just fine, I'm sure of it.
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When I was in elementary school we had to stand and face the flag every morning and recite the pledge of allegiance. My son did for preschool and kindergarten but not 1st grade. I think the answers are right below mine. They quit doing this in public schools because of the saying UNDER GOD.
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Its the Pledge of Allegiance\n\nI pledge allegiance\nto the flag\nof the United States of America\nand to the country\nfor which it stands\none nation\nunder God\nwith liberty\nand justice for all\n\nI think the last time I said that was 25 years ago!
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I would cite examples that people in your school would agree with such as local students raising money for charity or doing volunteer work.\n\nIf you could look through your school newspaper for examples or your local paper, that would make a big impression.
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BECAUSE ENGLISH IS THE OFFICIAL LANGUAGE OF THE U.S.!!!THAT'S WHY!!! C'mon, get real. Next my kid is gonna have to bilingually recite the pledge of allegiance. Except for the line about under God, because the left wing politically correct weenies won't allow that. A spanish version of the national anthem...Nope. Just doesn't work for me.
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You need to tell your parents and your teacher. Hopefully the principal will get involved as well. There is no need for you to put up with this one moment more. Don't be shy to do something about it.
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Maybe you can say something about your impression of the school, what you've learnt, how you've been living your campus life. \n\nAnd as the president of the international students, maybe you can talk about the role of international students in the school, the contribution they have made, even some troubles they've ever met and how they solved the problems (with help), etc.\n\nAnd don't forget to back up your opinions with some solid examples. Some audio/ visual aid, like powerpoint, videos, tapes, pictures, works demonstration during the speech will make it more interesting and convincing.\n\nLast but not least, speak confidently and with a smile.\n\nGood luck to the speech!
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I pledge allegiance, to the flag, of the United States of America, and to the republic, for which it stands, one nation, under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.\n\nAnd that's it.
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Students want to know "what's in it for them" if they vote for you.  Whether people acknowledge it or not, people want to know whats in it for them.\n\nBut, don't make empty promises.  Instead tell them you will always present the students needs and be a voice for them back to the school adminitrators.\n\nBe "the voice of the students!"\n\n.
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We're doing persuasive speeches this week in my speech class.\n\nA word of advice from my teacher, she likes us to think "outside the box" so to speak. Aka: stay away from the really common subjects. Abortion, gay rights, war in Iraq. Most people have their minds make up completely about them, so it's a hard call.\n\nI've seen people in my class do speeches on why music majors shouldn't have to take biology, why gender selection is bad, why everyone should take a karate or self defense class, the possibilities are pretty much endless. I'm doing mine on why I think my dog's breed is the best dog breed. I was also juggling with why procrastination is bad but I need a visual aid so I can't pull that off. Just think outside the box. You can really make any subject work just as long as you take a side on it. \n\nGood luck to you! My professor says persuasion speeches are the most difficult.
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A good speech may go something like\n\nI am seeking the position of vice president of this academy and will do my best to present the ideas and agenda that is needed to move this academy forward.  I will promise to do my best to work with the other leaders of the academy to work twords common goals.  I will try my absolute hardest to address the concerns of the individuals of the academy.  I seek to help lead this academy to greatness and bring honor to the academy.  I can not promise I will never falter, I can only promise to do my very best.  All I ask from you is to give me a chance by voting for me for academy vice president.  I will not let you down, and I will give my best to the academy to which I will help represent. Thank You and God Bless
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sounds like homework....\n\ntsk, tsk.\n\nwell make sure you properly annotate your work.\n\n Lookslike speakeasy did your work.. he/she gets my vote
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PRE-PLAN your speech.\nDecide which aspect(s) of character are most important. (Honesty, courage, responsibility, leadership, loyalty, duty, respect, attitude, perseverance, my personal favorite... integrity...?) Using the trait(s) you selected, come up with a thesis statement. Your speech should center around this idea. Brainstorm at least three to five specific examples to support your statement. These may include any of the following:\nexamples from history, literature, or current events\nthe information you are given on the test\nexamples from your own personal experience\nDecide on your three strongest examples. These should be the ones you can explain in the most specific detail. In general, examples from your personal experience are easier to write about, but they are weaker in the eyes of the reader.\n\nWRITE your speech.\nStart with an introduction. Your introduction should explain what you're going to talk about in your speech, but DON'T say something like, "This speech is about..." or, "I'm going to tell you about..." Assume your audience is smart enough to figure this out. Your introduction should include some kind of HOOK--something to catch the reader's attention. There are many types of hooks. Try a question, a quotation, a definition, a statistic, a single word, an action, a description, or an unusual statement. The goal is to get your audience interested and to get them thinking.\nNext is the body of your speech. This is where you take those three strongest examples you brainstormed during your planning. Start with one you can explain very clearly.\nUse transitions in each of these paragraphs. Develop these paragraphs thoroughly. Keep the writing focused. Don't ever lose sight of your thesis statement! Everything in a paragraph should be connected, and it should all make sense together.\nGive lots of details. Poor example: "Integrity is a good quality for a person to have because it makes you a good person." Good example: "Integrity is a vital quality which allows a person to make decisions based on his or her understanding of what is 'right' and what is 'wrong.'" Poor example: "Martin Luther King, Jr., had lots of integrity because he was a good guy." Good example: "Martin Luther King, Jr., is a paradigm of integrity because he understood the importance of equality. He took it so seriously that he fought for equality, traveling around the country and speaking to innumerable people."\nUse strong words. Try to use words that will not make you sound intelligent, not supercilious.\nWrap up your speech with a competent conclusion. Watch out for these common mistakes:\nDON'T say the exact same thing you've said already.\nDON'T say something like, "Now you know about..." or, "I have just told you about..." And NEVER say "I hope you enjoyed listening to my speech!"\nUse a simple form in your conclusion. Restate your main thesis (in different words). You may want to generalize a little bit. Look for a common theme in all your examples which you can apply. You can end with another hook, if it seems appropriate.\nRemember, your conclusion is the LAST thing your audience will hear. It doesn't have to be pure genius, but it should leave a good last impression.\n\nREVIEW your speech.\nMake sure it makes sense. Check for grammatical errors; in particular, watch for sentence fragments and run-on sentences. Have a friend, family member, or teacher read it. Practice it several times by yourself and in front of a few people. Get some good feedback.\n\nGood luck! Feel free to contact me with specific questions.
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In college I did one on Saint Bernards.  For my visual, At this end of the speech I had my bf wait outside with my dog a (Saint Bernard) and he brought him in the class.  The instructor LOVED it and I got an A!\nAnyway, just give a speech on something you love, or a hobby or something.  That way you wont have any problem coming up with something to say.
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I believe nder God should remain in the Pledge of Allegiance\n\nIf you do not wish to Pray and do not wish to say the Pledge that is fine with me but don't deny rights to those who wish to do so.\n\nThe right to refuse to say the Pledge was established in 1945 when Jehovah's Witnesses refused to say the Pledge not to be Unpatriotic but because they believe allegiance belongs to Jehovah God and no one else.\n\nIn fact after 9-11 when Jehovah's Witnesses were asked on the News about Patriotism they said "we are patriotic by obeying Caesar (the Govt) to the best of our ability."\n\nNow if ya notice 1945 was when the right to refuse to say the Pledge was established you should also note that it was in 1954 when Congress added Under God to the Pledge (this was 9 years after the right to refuse to say it was already established by a fair ruling in the Supreme Court that did not ban the Pledge but rather said you can refuse to say it).\n\nMany people know about the 1963 ruling banning Prayer in Public Schools but few know that in 1993 the Supreme Court restored a thing called Voluntary Prayer.\n\nI believe in Creation not Evolution, I believe that if a School is gonna teach Evolution they should teach it as Theory not fact.\n\nI also believe Public Schools should allow for Creation and Evolution to be optional courses in Schools (allowing students to decide which they would study).\n\nI believe Homosexuality is a SIn and I thus oppose Gay Marriage.\n\nI do hold a don't ask don't tell policy on the Homosexuality issue so thus I will never ask anyone if they are a Homosexual (not even if I suspect they are) and im not going to stop any Gays from holding a Fake Wedding in their own Home but I will not be forced to approve of Homosexuality and I will not be forced to approve of Gay Marriage not now not ever.\n\nEven though I disapprove of Homosexuality I do not approve of the whole God Hates Fags thing from Fred Phelps (everyone deserves a chance to repent of their Sins regardless of what the Sin is).\n\nI believe in the right to keep and bear Arms, I think if you wanna ban Guns then you are wanting to be sealed up in a Concentration Camp (sorry to say that but Hitler confiscated Firearms and stuffed people into Concentration Camps, loads of Democrats wanna do the same but they can't till Guns are taken from Civilians).\n\nI am opposed to Abortion except for Threat to a Mother's Life, however I am willing to allow Abortion to be legal in cases of Rape in a compromise deal on banning most Abortions and what exceptions are allowed.\n\nI think the Democrats do not really stand up for the Little guy at all especially the very rich ones who moan and groan that the Republicans care only for the rich when in reality the Republicans know that raising Taxes will not make the Rich pay more Taxes because the Rich hire Lawyers and Accountants to lower their Taxes.\n\nNot to mention the Rich already make contributions to a good chunk of the Tax Pool anyways considering they have the most Money.\n\nI am also sick of hearing that all the Republicans are Rich Whites when #1 not all Republicans are White, ok yes im White but im like gee I didn't know that being a White Republican means you are Rich, if that is the case show me the Bank account with my alleged Wealth.\n\nLast I checked Colin Powell and Condi Rice are not the only Black Republicans there are many more Black Republicans who all wrongfully get called Tyrants only because these Black Republicans have truly freed themselves from the shackles of Slavery that were foisted upon their Ancestors.
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I think you have the right idea.  Just think about who's going to be in the audience, and address them.\n\n"Good evening students, parents, teachers, and distinguished guests..." or whatever.