Point #1

  After the audience has come to know and support Dowry and his participation as a witness, Kahn makes the strategic decision to close the argument with the tragic death of Dowry. Kahn describes the scene in ways that specifically target pathos. He mentions that it is Thanksgiving and that Dowry is with his family which causes the reader to think about their family and the emotions that they feel on that holiday. Thanksgiving is usually thought of with positive feelings which are why when Dowry is killed the reader feels sorrow and it leaves a lasting impression of anger towards the lack of protection witnesses have. The way Kahn relates his closing back to the beginning brings his entire argument full circle and after knowing more about the justice system and witness protection system the audience looks at Dowry’s story with a new perspective and stronger feelings.