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Political Discourse in the USA
Issue Date :
2023
Author(s) :
Kotenko Iryna
Academic supervisor(s)/editor(s) :
Борисович Оксана Вікторівна
Abstract :
Political Discourse Analysis is a field of study in linguistics that examines how language is used to convey political messages and ideas. It involves analyzing the language used in political texts, speeches, and debates to uncover hidden meanings, ideologies, and power relations. This approach is useful in understanding how language shapes and influences public opinion and political decision-making processes. Political Discourse Analysis (PDA) is a valuable tool for understanding the language of political discourse in media, which is characterized by complex linguistic features and persuasive strategies. Through the analysis of various political speeches, I have revealed the existence of manipulative methods and strategies used by politicians in their speeches to achieve their political goals.
The Language of Political Discourse in Media is another important aspect of modern linguistics. It involves analyzing how language is used in the media to influence political views and opinions. Media outlets often use language to shape public perceptions of political events and issues, and this can have a significant impact on public opinion and political outcomes.
Manipulative Methods and Strategies in Political Speeches is a topic that is closely related to the previous two. It involves analyzing the language and strategies used by politicians to manipulate public opinion and gain support. Politicians often use emotional appeals, rhetorical devices, and other manipulative tactics to persuade audiences to support their political agendas. These manipulative techniques include fear appeals, exaggeration, euphemisms, metaphors, rhetorical devices, and emotive language.
All of these topics are important in understanding how language is used in political contexts. By analyzing political discourse, we can gain insight into the power dynamics and ideologies that underlie political decision-making processes. By analyzing the language used in media, we can understand how media outlets shape public perceptions of political events and issues. And by analyzing the manipulative methods and strategies used in political speeches, we can become more aware of how politicians use language to gain support and influence public opinion.
The findings of this research emphasize the need for critical thinking and careful analysis of political speeches to avoid being swayed by manipulative techniques. By utilizing PDA, citizens can become more informed and critical in today's complex political landscape.
Overall, modern linguistics offers a valuable lens through which to analyze political discourse and understand how language is used to shape political views and opinions. By studying these topics, we can become more informed citizens and better equipped to engage in political discourse and decision-making.
The Language of Political Discourse in Media is another important aspect of modern linguistics. It involves analyzing how language is used in the media to influence political views and opinions. Media outlets often use language to shape public perceptions of political events and issues, and this can have a significant impact on public opinion and political outcomes.
Manipulative Methods and Strategies in Political Speeches is a topic that is closely related to the previous two. It involves analyzing the language and strategies used by politicians to manipulate public opinion and gain support. Politicians often use emotional appeals, rhetorical devices, and other manipulative tactics to persuade audiences to support their political agendas. These manipulative techniques include fear appeals, exaggeration, euphemisms, metaphors, rhetorical devices, and emotive language.
All of these topics are important in understanding how language is used in political contexts. By analyzing political discourse, we can gain insight into the power dynamics and ideologies that underlie political decision-making processes. By analyzing the language used in media, we can understand how media outlets shape public perceptions of political events and issues. And by analyzing the manipulative methods and strategies used in political speeches, we can become more aware of how politicians use language to gain support and influence public opinion.
The findings of this research emphasize the need for critical thinking and careful analysis of political speeches to avoid being swayed by manipulative techniques. By utilizing PDA, citizens can become more informed and critical in today's complex political landscape.
Overall, modern linguistics offers a valuable lens through which to analyze political discourse and understand how language is used to shape political views and opinions. By studying these topics, we can become more informed citizens and better equipped to engage in political discourse and decision-making.
Bibliographic description :
Kotenko I. Political Discourse in the USA : master thesis : 035 Philology / supervised O. V. Borysovych. Kyiv, 2023. 73 p.
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