Practicing Rhetorical Analysis

Part 1

 The article I would like to analyze is Tony Newman's "Criminalizing Smoking Is Not the Answer: Bans on Cloves and Outdoor Smoking Will Backfire!"

Part 2

Contextual: 

1. Jackson identifies that, at the time, Nixon was under investigation for his role in the cover-up of the   watergate scandal.
2.  Jackson points out the Audience of Jordan's speech: the other 34 members of the Judiciary House Committee.
3. Jackson states how Jordan's purpose was to set out evidence against the president.

Textual:

1. Jackson observes that Jordan had to overcome the obstacle of establishing ethos in her speech.
2. Jackson provides sufficient background information.
3. Jackson analyzes how Jordan, in order to appear unbiased, verifies her allegiance to the constitution.

What Was Not Addressed:

Contextual:

Jackson does not address the social status of minorities at the time.  This greatly adds to what was expected of Jordan's speech.

Textual:

Jackson fails to address the forceful nature of Jordan's words.  She comes across very strong and makes sure her message has been heard.