Rest In Peace Senator Mario Gallegos

In the Burnt Orange Report blog author Katherine Haenschen wrote about senator Mario Gallegos who passed away 3 days ago. She described him in kind and positive ways when she wrote “Gallegos was a champion of Democratic and progressive causes. This is a sad day for Texas, who have lost a leader who fought for the people to the very end.” She emphasizes how he meant a lot to many because of his support for the minorities and education. Despite being named “One of the worst legislators in Texas” by Texas Monthly in both 2001 and 2005 Haenschen disregarded that glorified him as a “champion” and many people would agree. She presents proof of his heart and courageousness when she states “In 2007, Senator Gallegos returned to the Capitol shortly after a liver transplant, so that he could cast his vote as the 11th Senator against the Republicans' Photo Voter ID bill that session.” He believe this would discriminate against minority voters but still the weakened senator stayed in the capital in a hospital bed just to vote against the photo voter ID bill. With that statement she tries to use emotional appeal to convey his heroism, courage, heart, and passion to support what he believed in. Finally she ends her blog by stating “This is a sad day for Texas, who have lost a leader who fought for the people to the very end. Our condolences to his family, friends, staff, and colleagues in this sad time.” And she does this to over emphasize his importance to the community, friends, and family. Her main audiences is mainly centered to people who actually knew him such as family and friends but it also spreads to people who want to know more about the people who represents them. She portrays her thoughts and feelings well in a professional and meaningful way to her audience that shows her respect towards him. Rest In Peace Mario Gallegos.