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To: Hildy
I think the title of the article reflects what Coach Dungy intended.

First, he answered the question then he used a transition, which is a rhetorical device you see public speakers use to "get on message." The transition was "But again, more than anything."

You also have to look at the context of the message he transitioned to. Coach Dungy knew this message would be, to some extent, unwelcome.

The next rhetorical device Coach Dungy used is repetition. He concluded his statement with "And we're more proud of that." To stay on message you need to state the message ans then restate it.

The message is clear to me - Coach Dungy is more "proud" of his relationship with God than his accomplishment viewed in the context of his skin color.

113 posted on 02/05/2007 10:57:46 AM PST by frithguild (The Freepers moved as a group, like a school of sharks sweeping toward an unaware and unarmed victim)
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To: frithguild

Whatever...obviously you guys need this in your corner more than I need to argue the intent.


117 posted on 02/05/2007 11:04:07 AM PST by Hildy (RUDY IN 2008)
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