An Outbreak of the Irrational

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Does Sarah Dzubay successfully make her case regarding vaccinations? Does she successfully implement the rhetorical devices known as ethos, pathos, and logos?
The essay titled “An Outbreak of the Irrational” is Sarah Dzubay’s attempt at making a case in support of vaccination. From the start to the end, Dzubay clarifies that vaccination is crucial for society as it helps enhance the health of the entire world. Throughout the essay, Dzubay debunks some statements regarding vaccination as she develops her case for vaccinations. From the onset of the essay, it is clear that Dzubay is trying to persuade her audience to get vaccinated, and she does this successfully through the use of pathos and logos. However, her use of ethos is rather wanting as she fails to present herself as an authority in the field of vaccination, but the essay does attain its goal.
Dzubay successfully implements logos throughout the essay. This is showcased by the use of supporting evidence in the essay to help enhance the points she was putting across. For example, the statement “Many people fear that because companies are attempting to make a profit off of the va...