Making sense of political ideology
By: Bernard L. Brock ... [et al.].
Contributors: Brock, Bernard L.
Series: Communication, media, and politics
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, Inc.; Rowman & Littlefield Publishers; Brand: Rowman Littlefield Publishers
Published: 2005
Place of publication: Lanham, Md
Language: eng
Number of pages: 149
Subjects: Communication in politics -- United States.; Rhetoric -- Political aspects -- United States.; United States -- Politics and government.
Description: "Making Sense of Political Ideology explores the erosion of ties among ideology, language, and political action and shows how to understand political ideology through speakers' language choices. The authors define four political positions - radical, liberal, conservative, and reactionary - and apply their techniques to contemporary issues such as the war on terrorism. They emphasize the dangers of staying trapped in political gridlock and propose that the ability to identify and bridge positions can help political communicators move toward constructing coalitions and building support for political action."--Jacket.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.