The SOTU demonstrated this idea easily, as many democrats sat stoney faced as Trump continued his aggressive attacks on immigration. However, though some would say this represents the stereotypical SOTU, presidents do not often clap goadingly in the direction of the silent opposition. Trump’s rhetoric during his speech transcends just his sentences. Every action contributes to a speech’s overall effect. Trump clapping in democrat direction only increased the hostility of the atmosphere and made many around the U.S realize that his immature measures would not stop anytime soon. Though yet another controversial speech, as Trump barraged immigration, securities, and many other civil liberties, I suffered no surprise from his SOTU. Generating attention, whether negative or positive, remains Trump’s quintessential strategy during speeches. I believe his speech did accomplish its goal, as though not many solid objectives emerged, his agenda received attention from almost a sixth of the