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Kairos refers to the opportune moment to deliver a message. Politicians must be adept at recognizing and exploiting kairos, for instance, addressing a nation after a crisis, or aligning a policy announcement with broader societal trends.

Ethos refers to the speaker’s credibility and ethical appeal, used to establish authority and trustworthiness. In political speech, ethos can be built through referencing personal experiences, citing professional expertise, or displaying moral integrity.

Metaphor is an implied comparison between two unlike things. Politicians use metaphors to simplify complex issues, create vivid illustrations of their messages, and frame arguments in a relatable way.

The Bandwagon appeal tries to convey the impression that everyone supports a particular policy, idea, or candidate, incentivizing the audience to join in to avoid being on the 'losing' side. Politicians might cite poll numbers or reference widespread endorsement to evoke this effect.

Pathos appeals to emotions, attempting to elicit feelings that compel the audience to act or believe. Political speakers use pathos by telling personal anecdotes, evoking fear or patriotism, and using expressive language to sway public opinion.

Logos is the logical appeal, where arguments are constructed using reason and evidence. In political speeches, logos might be used to outline policy details, present statistics, and use cause-and-effect reasoning to justify a position.

Anaphora is the repetition of a word or phrase at the beginning of successive clauses. It adds emphasis and rhythm in political speeches, creating a memorable message and often inspiring the audience.

Ad Hominem is an attack on an opponent's character rather than their arguments or policies. In politics, it is used to undermine the opposition, deflect from the topic at hand, or appeal to an audience's distrust of the opponent.

Hyperbole is the use of exaggerated statements to create a strong impression or an emotional response. Politicians sometimes use hyperbole to emphasize the urgency of a problem, the importance of a policy, or the extent of success or threat.