America Quote by Ambrose Bierce
“ROSTRUM, n. In Latin, the beak of a bird or the prow of a ship. In America, a place from which a candidate for office energetically expounds the wisdom, virtue and power of the rabble.”
About This Quote
Source Dictionary entry: "Rostrum", 1892
A rostrum is a platform for public speaking, symbolizing the speaker’s role in influencing the crowd.
In simple terms: A stage for speaking to influence others.
Key Takeaway
Use platforms responsibly to shape public discourse.
Themes
speech
influence
public speaking
politics
media
Mood
critical
cautious
Type
political
educational
When to use this quote
- political rallies
- debates
- educational lectures
- media broadcasts
Key Concepts
rhetoric
leadership
communication
Questions to Reflect On
- What responsibilities do speakers have?
- How to discern truth from rhetoric?
A Different Perspective
Power can be misused; audience may be manipulated.
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