The document discusses 8 lessons on leadership based on Nelson Mandela's experiences. It provides quotes and lessons on having courage in the face of fear, leading from both the front and back of followers, understanding opponents, keeping close relationships with friends and rivals, maintaining appearances and symbolism, acknowledging complexity in decisions, and viewing quitting as another form of leadership. It also shares Mandela's view on education being a powerful tool for change.
The document discusses Abraham Lincoln and his decisions as the 16th President of the United States. It focuses on the Emancipation Proclamation and how it changed the lives of Black Americans and the country. Students will read excerpts about perspectives on the Emancipation Proclamation and compare Lincoln to other presidents. They will also complete a final group project assessing whether Lincoln can be a role model and which of his qualities they admire or do not.
Abraham Lincoln was born in 1809 in Kentucky and became the 16th President of the United States. As president, he led the country through the Civil War and ended slavery. Lincoln had a transformative leadership style and was charismatic, democratic, and able to influence others through storytelling. He had key qualities like the capacity to listen, willingness to accept blame, communicating goals directly, and knowing how to relax, which helped him become a great leader.
- LBJ grew up poor in Texas with no electricity or running water. He attended college and became a teacher before entering politics.
- He had a long political career including serving as a Congressman, powerful Senate Majority Leader, and Vice President under JFK despite unsuccessfully trying to stop JFK at the convention.
- As Senate Majority Leader, LBJ was very effective at getting what he wanted through his intimidating "Johnson Treatment" where he would get in very close and use his body language to stun and render targets helpless.
- As President after JFK's assassination, LBJ launched ambitious domestic programs like the War on Poverty which included initiatives like Food Stamps, Job Corps, V
This document provides biographies of Martin Luther King Jr. and Nelson Mandela, comparing and contrasting the two leaders. It discusses their fights for racial equality, including King's role in the civil rights movement in the US and Mandela's opposition to apartheid in South Africa. Both men received the Nobel Peace Prize for their work promoting nonviolent protest and racial reconciliation. While they addressed different contexts, King and Mandela worked to overcome racial segregation and discrimination through peaceful means.
Born on February 12, 1809, in a one-room log cabin at Sinking Spring farm, south of Hodgenville, Kentucky.
Spent his formative years, from the age of seven to twenty-one, on the family farm in southern Indiana.
In 1830 twenty-one-year-old Lincoln set out on his own. He worked as a boatman, store clerk, surveyor, militia soldier, and became a lawyer in Illinois.
In 1842, Lincoln married Mary Todd.
Robert F. Kennedy gave a speech in Indianapolis on April 4, 1968 addressing the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. He urged the crowd to respond with love rather than violence and quoted Aeschylus about taming man's savagery. Kennedy drew on his own experience with his brother's assassination to connect with the audience and prevent riots from occurring in Indianapolis as happened elsewhere. The speech was considered very effective at the time in reducing tensions.
Robert F. Kennedy's speech on Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination. Presented for Rhetoric of the 60's class. Speech analyzed using Neo-Aristotelian Theory and Situational Theory.
Racism has caused immense harm throughout history. More than 62 million people have died due to racism in the last 100 years. Slavery brought over 12 million people from Africa to the Americas, with 650,000 brought to what is now the United States. While racism will likely always exist, small actions like refraining from racist jokes can help address it.
The document discusses Abraham Lincoln and his decisions as the 16th President of the United States. It focuses on the Emancipation Proclamation and how it changed the lives of Black Americans and the country. Students will read excerpts about perspectives on the Emancipation Proclamation and compare Lincoln to other presidents. They will also complete a final group project assessing whether Lincoln can be a role model and which of his qualities they admire or do not.
Abraham Lincoln was born in 1809 in Kentucky and became the 16th President of the United States. As president, he led the country through the Civil War and ended slavery. Lincoln had a transformative leadership style and was charismatic, democratic, and able to influence others through storytelling. He had key qualities like the capacity to listen, willingness to accept blame, communicating goals directly, and knowing how to relax, which helped him become a great leader.
- LBJ grew up poor in Texas with no electricity or running water. He attended college and became a teacher before entering politics.
- He had a long political career including serving as a Congressman, powerful Senate Majority Leader, and Vice President under JFK despite unsuccessfully trying to stop JFK at the convention.
- As Senate Majority Leader, LBJ was very effective at getting what he wanted through his intimidating "Johnson Treatment" where he would get in very close and use his body language to stun and render targets helpless.
- As President after JFK's assassination, LBJ launched ambitious domestic programs like the War on Poverty which included initiatives like Food Stamps, Job Corps, V
This document provides biographies of Martin Luther King Jr. and Nelson Mandela, comparing and contrasting the two leaders. It discusses their fights for racial equality, including King's role in the civil rights movement in the US and Mandela's opposition to apartheid in South Africa. Both men received the Nobel Peace Prize for their work promoting nonviolent protest and racial reconciliation. While they addressed different contexts, King and Mandela worked to overcome racial segregation and discrimination through peaceful means.
Born on February 12, 1809, in a one-room log cabin at Sinking Spring farm, south of Hodgenville, Kentucky.
Spent his formative years, from the age of seven to twenty-one, on the family farm in southern Indiana.
In 1830 twenty-one-year-old Lincoln set out on his own. He worked as a boatman, store clerk, surveyor, militia soldier, and became a lawyer in Illinois.
In 1842, Lincoln married Mary Todd.
Robert F. Kennedy gave a speech in Indianapolis on April 4, 1968 addressing the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. He urged the crowd to respond with love rather than violence and quoted Aeschylus about taming man's savagery. Kennedy drew on his own experience with his brother's assassination to connect with the audience and prevent riots from occurring in Indianapolis as happened elsewhere. The speech was considered very effective at the time in reducing tensions.
Robert F. Kennedy's speech on Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination. Presented for Rhetoric of the 60's class. Speech analyzed using Neo-Aristotelian Theory and Situational Theory.
Racism has caused immense harm throughout history. More than 62 million people have died due to racism in the last 100 years. Slavery brought over 12 million people from Africa to the Americas, with 650,000 brought to what is now the United States. While racism will likely always exist, small actions like refraining from racist jokes can help address it.
Ronald Reagan was known as "The Great Communicator" due to his inspiring and humorous communication style. As the 40th President of the United States from 1981 to 1989, Reagan utilized humor, inspiration, and rhetoric to convey his political points and accomplish his goals of improving the economy, addressing domestic issues, and winning the Cold War. His communication abilities helped define his legacy and presidency.
The document contains lists of students' names organized by class period and teacher. It also contains discussion questions about the advantages and disadvantages of growing up in wealthy or poor families, as well as arguments for and against reparations for descendants of Caribbean slaves. There are also quotes about democracy and brief descriptions of different forms of government.
Gordon Parks (1912-2006) was an influential American photographer, film director, musician, and writer. He was the first African American photographer hired by Life magazine and used his camera to bring awareness to issues of poverty, racism, and the civil rights movement. His style emphasized emotion and mood and became known as "American Gothic." Parks photographed many iconic images that told powerful stories through their composition and focus on his subjects' faces. He had a prolific career and received many honors, influencing generations with his photos and activism.
Jack Bauer is the protagonist of the TV series "24" which aired from 2001 to 2010. As a CTU or FBI agent, Bauer's role is to prevent major terrorist attacks on the United States by saving civilians and government officials while also defending himself and his loved ones who become targeted. Bauer is considered a dynamic character because each season he suffers severe hardships like imprisonment but returns stronger, and he is viewed as a stock character and hero archetype because of his unwavering dedication to completing his mission by any means necessary.
The document analyzes John F. Kennedy's inaugural address given in 1961. It discusses the purpose of the speech, which was to introduce Kennedy's tactics for his presidency, explain the state of the world, and motivate Americans to defend freedom. It was aimed at both American citizens and citizens of the world. The document then analyzes several rhetorical devices used in the speech, including antithesis, allusion, asyndeton, anaphora, hortative sentences, rhetorical questions, and chiasmus. It examines how these devices appeal to ethos, pathos, and logos to make persuasive arguments.
LBJ was born in 1908 in Texas to a lower class family without electricity or running water. He attended college and became a teacher, then entered politics and had a long career serving in the House and Senate. As VP under JFK, LBJ disliked the role but sought to increase his own power. As President, LBJ focused on domestic policies like the Civil Rights Act and War on Poverty, seeking to reduce taxes and fight discrimination while establishing social programs. However, he also escalated American involvement in the Vietnam War, which came to define his presidency.
Gordon Parks was an influential American photographer, musician, writer and film director. He was born in 1912 in Kansas and lived until 2006. Parks was a pioneering African American photographer whose early work with the Farm Security Administration chronicled the black experience during the Depression. Later in his career, he expanded into film and literature, directing the popular 1971 blaxploitation film Shaft. Over his long career, Parks received numerous awards and honors for his photography, writings, films and compositions. He made significant contributions across multiple artistic disciplines.
This document provides information and prompts for critiquing several famous historical photographs: "The Falling Soldier" by Robert Capa from the Spanish Civil War, "Napalm Girl" by Nick Ut from the Vietnam War, and "Tank Man" from Tiananmen Square in 1989. For each image, students are asked if it is interesting and why, its significance, what the artist was trying to convey, and how their analysis may change after seeing the original photo.
This document provides examples of political humor from various politicians and eras. In 3 sentences: It discusses jokes and self-deprecating humor used by presidents like Reagan, Kennedy, Ford, and Carter. Examples show how humor has been used to make political points or relieve stress. The document also analyzes portrayals of politicians through satire and parody, as well as trends in political correctness over time.
This document contains an agenda for a lesson on American Dream narratives. It includes a discussion of symbols like Uncle Sam, group presentations by students on American Dream narratives without identifying which one, and notes for students to take on the presentations using the Cornell note-taking method. For homework, students are assigned to complete a worksheet on the American Dream.
The document summarizes the roles and views of several important leaders during the American Civil War. Abraham Lincoln was president of the Union who opposed slavery and issued the Emancipation Proclamation. Jefferson Davis led the Confederacy as president. Ulysses S. Grant commanded the Union army that defeated Robert E. Lee's Army of Northern Virginia. Lee initially opposed secession but fought for the Confederacy, later urging reconciliation. Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson was a skilled Confederate general while Frederick Douglass advocated for abolition from the North.
John F. Kennedy was the 35th president of the United States from 1961 until his assassination in 1963. His presidency focused on public service, science and innovation, civil rights, foreign policy, and the environment. Through his speeches and policies, Kennedy pushed America towards greater support for science, the space program, and civil rights, helping to change the country's direction in important ways during his brief time as president.
The document discusses the famous 1963 photograph of Thich Quang Duc self-immolating in protest of the treatment of Buddhists in Vietnam. Malcolm Brown, a photographer sent to Vietnam by the Associated Press, received a tip to photograph an important event the next morning. He arrived to find Thich Quang Duc light himself on fire while remaining still and silent. The graphic photograph drew international attention and is believed to have influenced President Kennedy's decision to withdraw support for the Diem regime in Vietnam.
This document provides 10 motivational quotes from famous figures to inspire career success. The quotes are attributed to Confucius, Michael Jordan, Abraham Lincoln, Oprah Winfrey, Thomas Edison, Jon Stewart, George Lucas, Albert Einstein, Alice Walker, and Winston Churchill. Each quote is accompanied by a brief description of the person. The document concludes by providing contact information for the author, Avery Eisenreich.
The Vietnam War lasted from 1955 to 1975 between North and South Vietnam, with the United States and other countries siding with South Vietnam in an attempt to stop the spread of communism. Over 58,000 American soldiers were killed in action and over 150,000 were wounded during the war, which also spread to neighboring countries like Laos and Cambodia. The document provides casualty figures and background details on the key parties, dates, locations, and stated reasons for the Vietnam War.
September 11, 2001 was a day when almost 3000 people were killed in terrorist attacks in the United States. Osama Bin Laden ordered the attacks because he viewed America as evil. While the events were scary and tragic, the document suggests it is unlikely to happen again due to increased security measures in the United States that make hijacking planes more difficult.
This document provides examples of political humor used throughout history. It begins with Benjamin Franklin's 1754 political cartoon that brought visual imagery into American politics. More recently, shows like Saturday Night Live have used parody through characters like Tina Fey's Sarah Palin to poke fun at politicians. The document also explores how politicians like Ronald Reagan and Gerald Ford used self-deprecating humor in their campaigns. Overall, the document examines many ways humor has been used in politics to make points, relieve stress, and influence public opinion.
1) The 1950s were characterized by the Red Scare and fears of communist infiltration in the US government.
2) The Korean War broke out in 1950 when North Korea invaded South Korea, leading to UN and US involvement in the war.
3) Events like the Rosenberg trial and Senator McCarthy's accusations of communism contributed to the climate of fear around communism in America during this period.
This document discusses the use of political humor and symbols in American politics. It provides examples of how politicians like Ronald Reagan, Gerald Ford, and John F. Kennedy used self-deprecating humor in their campaigns. It also discusses how parody and satire, such as Tina Fey's portrayal of Sarah Palin, can influence politics. Visual imagery, political cartoons, and stereotypes are also examined as forms of political humor and commentary.
Ronald Reagan was known as "The Great Communicator" due to his inspiring and humorous communication style. As the 40th President of the United States from 1981 to 1989, Reagan utilized humor, inspiration, and rhetoric to convey his political points and accomplish his goals of improving the economy, addressing domestic issues, and winning the Cold War. His communication abilities helped define his legacy and presidency.
The document contains lists of students' names organized by class period and teacher. It also contains discussion questions about the advantages and disadvantages of growing up in wealthy or poor families, as well as arguments for and against reparations for descendants of Caribbean slaves. There are also quotes about democracy and brief descriptions of different forms of government.
Gordon Parks (1912-2006) was an influential American photographer, film director, musician, and writer. He was the first African American photographer hired by Life magazine and used his camera to bring awareness to issues of poverty, racism, and the civil rights movement. His style emphasized emotion and mood and became known as "American Gothic." Parks photographed many iconic images that told powerful stories through their composition and focus on his subjects' faces. He had a prolific career and received many honors, influencing generations with his photos and activism.
Jack Bauer is the protagonist of the TV series "24" which aired from 2001 to 2010. As a CTU or FBI agent, Bauer's role is to prevent major terrorist attacks on the United States by saving civilians and government officials while also defending himself and his loved ones who become targeted. Bauer is considered a dynamic character because each season he suffers severe hardships like imprisonment but returns stronger, and he is viewed as a stock character and hero archetype because of his unwavering dedication to completing his mission by any means necessary.
The document analyzes John F. Kennedy's inaugural address given in 1961. It discusses the purpose of the speech, which was to introduce Kennedy's tactics for his presidency, explain the state of the world, and motivate Americans to defend freedom. It was aimed at both American citizens and citizens of the world. The document then analyzes several rhetorical devices used in the speech, including antithesis, allusion, asyndeton, anaphora, hortative sentences, rhetorical questions, and chiasmus. It examines how these devices appeal to ethos, pathos, and logos to make persuasive arguments.
LBJ was born in 1908 in Texas to a lower class family without electricity or running water. He attended college and became a teacher, then entered politics and had a long career serving in the House and Senate. As VP under JFK, LBJ disliked the role but sought to increase his own power. As President, LBJ focused on domestic policies like the Civil Rights Act and War on Poverty, seeking to reduce taxes and fight discrimination while establishing social programs. However, he also escalated American involvement in the Vietnam War, which came to define his presidency.
Gordon Parks was an influential American photographer, musician, writer and film director. He was born in 1912 in Kansas and lived until 2006. Parks was a pioneering African American photographer whose early work with the Farm Security Administration chronicled the black experience during the Depression. Later in his career, he expanded into film and literature, directing the popular 1971 blaxploitation film Shaft. Over his long career, Parks received numerous awards and honors for his photography, writings, films and compositions. He made significant contributions across multiple artistic disciplines.
This document provides information and prompts for critiquing several famous historical photographs: "The Falling Soldier" by Robert Capa from the Spanish Civil War, "Napalm Girl" by Nick Ut from the Vietnam War, and "Tank Man" from Tiananmen Square in 1989. For each image, students are asked if it is interesting and why, its significance, what the artist was trying to convey, and how their analysis may change after seeing the original photo.
This document provides examples of political humor from various politicians and eras. In 3 sentences: It discusses jokes and self-deprecating humor used by presidents like Reagan, Kennedy, Ford, and Carter. Examples show how humor has been used to make political points or relieve stress. The document also analyzes portrayals of politicians through satire and parody, as well as trends in political correctness over time.
This document contains an agenda for a lesson on American Dream narratives. It includes a discussion of symbols like Uncle Sam, group presentations by students on American Dream narratives without identifying which one, and notes for students to take on the presentations using the Cornell note-taking method. For homework, students are assigned to complete a worksheet on the American Dream.
The document summarizes the roles and views of several important leaders during the American Civil War. Abraham Lincoln was president of the Union who opposed slavery and issued the Emancipation Proclamation. Jefferson Davis led the Confederacy as president. Ulysses S. Grant commanded the Union army that defeated Robert E. Lee's Army of Northern Virginia. Lee initially opposed secession but fought for the Confederacy, later urging reconciliation. Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson was a skilled Confederate general while Frederick Douglass advocated for abolition from the North.
John F. Kennedy was the 35th president of the United States from 1961 until his assassination in 1963. His presidency focused on public service, science and innovation, civil rights, foreign policy, and the environment. Through his speeches and policies, Kennedy pushed America towards greater support for science, the space program, and civil rights, helping to change the country's direction in important ways during his brief time as president.
The document discusses the famous 1963 photograph of Thich Quang Duc self-immolating in protest of the treatment of Buddhists in Vietnam. Malcolm Brown, a photographer sent to Vietnam by the Associated Press, received a tip to photograph an important event the next morning. He arrived to find Thich Quang Duc light himself on fire while remaining still and silent. The graphic photograph drew international attention and is believed to have influenced President Kennedy's decision to withdraw support for the Diem regime in Vietnam.
This document provides 10 motivational quotes from famous figures to inspire career success. The quotes are attributed to Confucius, Michael Jordan, Abraham Lincoln, Oprah Winfrey, Thomas Edison, Jon Stewart, George Lucas, Albert Einstein, Alice Walker, and Winston Churchill. Each quote is accompanied by a brief description of the person. The document concludes by providing contact information for the author, Avery Eisenreich.
The Vietnam War lasted from 1955 to 1975 between North and South Vietnam, with the United States and other countries siding with South Vietnam in an attempt to stop the spread of communism. Over 58,000 American soldiers were killed in action and over 150,000 were wounded during the war, which also spread to neighboring countries like Laos and Cambodia. The document provides casualty figures and background details on the key parties, dates, locations, and stated reasons for the Vietnam War.
September 11, 2001 was a day when almost 3000 people were killed in terrorist attacks in the United States. Osama Bin Laden ordered the attacks because he viewed America as evil. While the events were scary and tragic, the document suggests it is unlikely to happen again due to increased security measures in the United States that make hijacking planes more difficult.
This document provides examples of political humor used throughout history. It begins with Benjamin Franklin's 1754 political cartoon that brought visual imagery into American politics. More recently, shows like Saturday Night Live have used parody through characters like Tina Fey's Sarah Palin to poke fun at politicians. The document also explores how politicians like Ronald Reagan and Gerald Ford used self-deprecating humor in their campaigns. Overall, the document examines many ways humor has been used in politics to make points, relieve stress, and influence public opinion.
1) The 1950s were characterized by the Red Scare and fears of communist infiltration in the US government.
2) The Korean War broke out in 1950 when North Korea invaded South Korea, leading to UN and US involvement in the war.
3) Events like the Rosenberg trial and Senator McCarthy's accusations of communism contributed to the climate of fear around communism in America during this period.
This document discusses the use of political humor and symbols in American politics. It provides examples of how politicians like Ronald Reagan, Gerald Ford, and John F. Kennedy used self-deprecating humor in their campaigns. It also discusses how parody and satire, such as Tina Fey's portrayal of Sarah Palin, can influence politics. Visual imagery, political cartoons, and stereotypes are also examined as forms of political humor and commentary.
1. Leadership is more art than science.
The principles of leadership are constant,
but the application changes with every
leader and every situation.
- John C. Maxwell
By PO3 Francisco B. Lindero, Jr. / August 25, 2011
2. Nelson Mandela
• First South African President to be elected in
a fully representative democratic election
(1994-1999)
• 1993 Nobel Peace Prize winner
• In 1962 he was arrested and convicted of
sabotage and other charges, and sentenced
to life in prison. Mandela served 27 years in
prison. He was released from prison on 11
February 1990.
By PO3 Francisco B. Lindero, Jr. / August 25, 2011
3. 8 Lessons on Leadership
-
Nelson Mandela
By PO3 Francisco B. Lindero, Jr. / August 25, 2011
4. • Courage is not the absence of fear -
…it’s inspiring others to move beyond it.
The brave man is not he who does not feel
afraid, but he who conquers that fear.
By PO3 Francisco B. Lindero, Jr. / August 25, 2011
5. • Lead from the front -
…but don’t leave your base behind.
By PO3 Francisco B. Lindero, Jr. / August 25, 2011
6. • Lead from the back -
…and let others believe they are in front.
The trick of leadership is allowing
yourself to be led too
By PO3 Francisco B. Lindero, Jr. / August 25, 2011
7. • Know your enemy –
…and learn about his favorite sport.
By PO3 Francisco B. Lindero, Jr. / August 25, 2011
8. • Keep your friends close –
…and your rivals even closer.
By PO3 Francisco B. Lindero, Jr. / August 25, 2011
9. • Appearances matter –
…and remember to smile.
…symbols mattered as much as substance.
By PO3 Francisco B. Lindero, Jr. / August 25, 2011
10. • Nothing is…
…black or white.
Decisions are complex, and there are always
competing factors.
By PO3 Francisco B. Lindero, Jr. / August 25, 2011
11. • Quitting is…
…leading too.
“Knowing how to abandon a failed idea, task or relationship is often
the most difficult kind of decision a leader has to make.”
By PO3 Francisco B. Lindero, Jr. / August 25, 2011
12. • Education is the most powerful weapon which
you can use to change the world.
- Nelson Mandela
By PO3 Francisco B. Lindero, Jr. / August 25, 2011
Courage is not the absence of fear—it is inspiring others to move beyond it . Having worked with many leaders over the years, I’ve always been exceedingly aware that there are really only two kinds—those who appear to have everything in control and those who actually spend very little time controlling anything , because they’re too busy moving people forward by example.
Lead from the front—but don’t leave your base behind . One leader I know (inspired by Steve Jobs) always tells his students to, “Connect the dots, but don’t forget any of the dots that are behind you—they are just as important as the ones that are in front of you.” How many leaders do you know who focus all their attention on the future and completely forget about what got them to where they are. This is one of the most dangerous mistakes that a leader can make, and I have been both guilty of it, and the victim of it. You too! Admit it!
Lead from the back—and let others believe they are in front . Humility is at the core of good leadership. People are usually willing to follow someone who they believe has their back— someone more interested in them, than in themselves . I love the affirmation model. You can never affirm enough, and, no, you won’t spoil people by saying you think they’re wonderful! The more you are the affirmer, the more the affirmed will take the initiative and move the initiative forward. If this doesn’t work—move them on to someplace else—but, please, not to my church.
Know your enemy—and learn about his favorite sport . Remember the old saying, “A little knowledge is a dangerous thing?” Well, the truth is that a little knowledge can be an exceptionally helpful thing. Here’s a short list of stuff you might want to know in order to undermine potentially negative relationships: What’s your enemies’ favorite sport and how much do you know about that activity that might break up conversational deadlock ? Mandela didn’t like Rugby, but he knew all about it because South African elitists and political enemies all seemed to love the game.
Keep your friends close—and your rivals even closer . I’m opposed to this kind of thinking, but have utilized it most of my life. If you don’t want to get run over by a big, honking SUV, run next to it—not in front of it!
Appearances matter—and remember to smile . Why is it that some leaders don’t think the rules apply to them? Well, in addition to blatant narcissism , leaders sometimes forget that they were given leadership, they didn’t just wake up having it one day. Earn respect by showing respect! Remember, it was others who placed you in charge. Dress and carry yourself as though you appreciate that fact.
Nothing is black or white . So, if things are really shades of gray, and you spend a lot of time there, does that mean you’re not a Christian? No, God gave us shades of gray so we would have real choices to make. He’s not a cosmic school teacher or traffic cop who is ready to slap our hand if we make a mistake. He came to earth because he expected us to make mistakes. Own those, and let the rest of it go.
Quitting is leading too . Would you be offended if I quoted Kenny Rogers here? You absolutely need to know when to “fold ‘em!” Here are some responses to leave conflicting projects. They might also tick people off, so be careful!