He uses this rhetorical choice to give credibility to his assertion. In doing so, he is able to emphasize different points of view that complement or sometimes contradict his position. By using outside sources, MacNeil is able to reach his audience, the American people, in a way that is more understandable to the general public. For example, MacNeal uses the well-known celebrity of Steve Harvey to reach his audience, especially since Harvey is a very well-known figure in the United States (MacNeil,310-311). This overall helps to support its claim to success