Barack Obama’s announcement about the death of Osama Bin Laden conveys a powerful message towards every citizen of the US. His speech was not intended for a specific person or group, but to every citizen whose lives have been affected by Osama Bin Laden. Obama’s main message was to notify his people as president of the US that one of their main enemies shall no longer be a threat. As a fellow citizen who listened to this speech, I believe our country can be a better and safer environment for its people and for those support it.

Throughout the beginning and the ending of Obama’s speech, all the words utilized were spoken with a strong tone and a powerful voice. The impact lies within Obama’s voice and usage in syntax because it allows the people of this country to be persuaded into trusting and following one individual into becoming their leader. Obviously, the main impact of his message is notifying the US to no longer be threatened by Al Qaeda’s work with the death of its leader. I know I can not speak for every citizen of the US to witness if the country has become a safer place from hearing Obama’s announcement; however the day after Obama’s announcement, many students of my high school were spreading word of how relieved they felt knowing the man responsible of 9/11 was finally dead. Additionally, Obama’s last words in his announcement “took custody of his body” demonstrates how there is true evidence of his death. Just Obama’s words are enough to tell the US that another event like 9/11 will not occur anytime soon.

Will Ng