Rhetoric & Public Affairs
Scope & Guideline
Connecting Scholars to the Heart of Public Affairs
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Rhetoric in Social and Political Contexts:
The journal focuses on how rhetoric operates within various social and political frameworks, analyzing speeches, texts, and public discourse to uncover underlying power dynamics and societal implications. - Violence and Nonviolence in Rhetoric:
A significant area of study includes the rhetoric surrounding violence and nonviolence, exploring how these concepts are articulated and contested in public debates and social movements. - Civic Engagement and Public Memory:
Research often delves into themes of civic engagement, public memory, and historical narratives, examining how collective memories are constructed and contested in the public sphere. - Intersectionality in Rhetoric:
The journal highlights intersectional approaches to rhetoric, particularly in relation to identity, race, gender, and class, thus contributing to a more comprehensive understanding of how different identities impact rhetorical practices. - Digital Rhetoric and Communication:
There is a growing emphasis on digital rhetoric, exploring how online platforms shape public discourse and affect civic engagement in contemporary society.
Trending and Emerging
- Rhetoric of Violence and Nonviolence:
A significant trend is the exploration of rhetoric surrounding violence and nonviolence, particularly in the context of social protests and movements, highlighting the impact of language on societal change. - Critical Race and Identity Rhetoric:
There is an increasing focus on how race and identity shape rhetorical practices, with a growing number of articles addressing issues of race, immigration, and identity politics in public discourse. - Civic Engagement and Activism:
Emerging themes include civic engagement and activism, particularly in relation to contemporary social movements, indicating a strong interest in the role of rhetoric in fostering public participation and advocacy. - Digital and Online Rhetoric:
Research on digital rhetoric is gaining traction, exploring how online platforms and social media impact communication strategies and public engagement, reflecting broader societal shifts towards digital interaction. - Environmental Rhetoric:
The rhetoric surrounding environmental issues is increasingly prevalent, as scholars examine how language shapes public discourse related to climate change, sustainability, and ecological justice.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Rhetorical Criticism:
There appears to be a decline in articles focused on traditional rhetorical criticism methods, with fewer studies centered on classical rhetorical theories and their applications in modern contexts. - Historical Rhetorical Analysis:
Research that primarily focuses on historical figures and events in rhetorical studies has seen reduced emphasis, as the journal increasingly prioritizes contemporary issues and current events. - Rhetoric of Science and Technology:
Themes related to the rhetoric of science and technology are less frequently explored, indicating a possible shift away from examining scientific discourse in favor of more immediate social and political issues.
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