Question

for everywhere we look, there is work to be done. the state of the economy calls for action, bold and swift, and we will act — not only to create new jobs, but to lay a new foundation for growth. we will build the roads and bridges, the electric grids and digital lines that feed our commerce and bind us together. we will restore science to its rightful place, and wield technology’s wonders to raise health care’s quality and lower its cost. we will harness the sun and the winds and the soil to fuel our cars and run our factories. and we will transform our schools and colleges and universities to meet what is president obama’s purpose in this part of the speech? to inform to persuade

Explanation:

The text uses phrases like "we will act" and describes plans for various initiatives. This is more about convincing the audience of the need for action and the vision for the future (persuading) rather than just presenting facts (informing).

Answer:

to persuade