Analyzing Rhetorical Strategies in Clare Boothe Luce's Speech

Read the following passage, which is the opening to a speech made in 1960 by American journalist and politician Clare Boothe Luce to journalists at the Women’s National Press Club. In this speech, Luce criticizes the American press for prioritizing sensationalist stories over journalistic integrity, responding to what they perceive as the public's demand for such content. After carefully reading the passage, compose a well-developed essay in which you analyze how Luce utilizes this introduction to set the stage for her critique. In your essay, focus on the rhetorical strategies she employs to engage her audience and underscore her message. Support your analysis with specific references to the text, examining elements such as tone, diction, and any rhetorical devices Luce may use to strengthen her argument and influence her listeners.