Michael J. Fox-Before the Senate Speech

What does Fox address his speech to and what is he talking to then about?

Congress; to urge members to increase funding for Parkinson's disease research

How does Fox end his speech?

Conveys personal information and hopes

What type of appeal does Fox use during his speech?

Emotional appeal: "I am an expert in only one- what it is like to be a young man, husband, and father with Parkinson's disease

What credibility does Fox have when giving his speech?

His celebrity

What happened after Fox learned that he had Parkinson's disease?

Other Parkinson's disease patients shared their stories, prompting Fox to become an advocate for curing the disease

What reason for hope does Fox give his listeners?

Scientists think that with proper funding, they may develop new treatments and find a cure