From reading of rhetoric in the Renaissance I can sense that social factors can exert great influences on rhetorical trends. This reminds me of the rhetorical trend in today’s America. From the texts I usually read, like New York Times and CNN web pages, I can see many political discussions or practical tips for how to live better (in terms of finance, health or marriage life, etc.) Even articles in the column of “opinions” are often politics-oriented. I wander if such trends are also the results of social changes.