Tries to lift people's spirits by reassuring them that they are safe: "I have commanded that all measures be taken for our defense." By naming what he did he eases the concerns of people who fear for their safety. He promises to use “all measures” in his power, including the resources of our military, to protect the population. Roosevelt is very emphatic in his promise to protect the country. He wants the American people to understand that they are safe and that there is nothing to worry about. He feels that he and the United States Congress are doing everything they can to protect the United States. He drives this promise home by promising that “we will ensure that this form of betrayal will never put us in danger again.” He promises that this will never happen again, which gives the reader even more confidence that they will be safe. By often underscoring his promise, FDR seeks to assure vulnerable citizens that they will be okay. It provides them with the relief they are looking for. He then concludes his speech by informing the people the country has declared war on